Planetarium
An overview of the Southworth Planetarium's programs. Learn more about Planetarium.
Highlights
Dinosaurs at Dusk
Our wildly popular dinosaur show! Monday, September 27th at 1:00 p.m. $6.00 - adult; $5.50 - child/senior.
Star Dome Astronomy Course
An introductory astronomy course for all ages. Tuesday mornings 10:30 - noon starting Tuesday, October 5, 2021.
Celestial Mythology in the Star Dome (Day Session)
Learn constellation mythology in the star dome theater! Thursday mornings 10:30 a.m. - noon for four weeks starting October 7, 2021. Walk in registrations welcome!
Two Small Pieces of Glass
Learn history, future and science of telescopes. Tuesday, September 28th at 1:00 p.m. $6.00 - adult; $5.50 - child/senior.
Hubble Vision 2
See the Universe! We offer showings on Wed, Sept 29, Thurs, Sept 30th and Fri, Oct 1st at 1:00 p.m. $6.00 - adult; $5.50 - child/senior.
Mid Winter's Eve at Stonehenge 2021
Learn the secrets of Stonehenge on the evening before the Winter Solstice. Monday, December 20,2021 at 7:00 p.m. Admission by donation.
More Information
How to reserve planetarium tickets
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Where is the Southworth Planetarium located?
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Yes! You may reserve a school group show at the Southworth Planetarium!
You may reserve a group show here at the Southworth Planetarium. Click on the "Learn more" button for more information.
Masks are required!
Masks are still required for all patrons. Thank you kindly for your cooperation and understanding.
News
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Events
Sep
27
Mon
Dinosaurs at Dusk!
1:00 PM, Southworth Planetarium
Sep
28
Tue
Two Small Pieces of Glass
1:00 PM, Southworth Planetarium
Sep
29
Wed
Hubble Vision 2
1:00 PM, Southworth Planetarium
Sep
30
Thu
Hubble Vision 2
1:00 PM, Southworth Planetarium
Oct
1
Fri
Hubble Vision 2
1:00 PM, Southworth Planetarium