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Incoming!

Incoming!

In “Incoming,” audiences will discover how asteroids and comets have collided with our planet throughout history, changing the course of life on Earth and shaping the world we know today. From the comfort of a planetarium seat, viewers will embark on a dynamic journey on the trail of asteroids and comets, get an up close look at the advanced technologies that allow scientists to detect asteroids before they reach Earth, and visualize historic space events billions of years in the making—all within an immersive, all-digital dome that brings the captivating story of our cosmic origins to life like never before.

Narrated by George Takei, Incoming! explores the past, present, and future of our Solar System and the landmark discoveries scientists have made by sending spacecraft to visit tiny worlds. Show length: 26 minutes

Details

Date
August 26, 2023
Time:
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Cost:
$7.00 – $7.50

Event Contact

Contact:
Southworth Planetarium
Phone:
207-780-4249
Email:
edward.herrickgleason@maine.edu
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Location

Campus:
Portland
Venue:
Southworth Planetarium — Science Building
Address:
70 Falmouth St
Portland, ME 04103 United States
Phone:
207-780-4249

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