Ventures through Our Solar System

The planetarium is transformed into a space transport vehicle as we buckle our seatbelts and join the countdown for a live, immersive, and interactive adventure to uncover the latest NASA planetary discoveries throughout our solar system. Included are findings from the New Horizon spacecraft visit to Pluto.

Layered Experience: Pairs well with Solar System Gallery (Tour) or Astronomy (Guided Exploration).

Volcanoes of the Deep Sea

Follow a team of scientists on a dive to research mysterious hydrothermal vents on the mid-ocean ridge and discover the fantastic diversity of the deep.

We Are Stars

Join us for an adventure that starts with a little stardust and builds over billions of years to become our world. Topics include the formation of hydrogen, nuclear fusion in stars, the formation of asteroids, the synthesis of carbon, the creation of our own solar system, and the emergence of the very first living cells on Earth. We Are Stars is an incredible ride that explores the secrets of our cosmic chemistry and explosive origins.

Layered Experience: Pairs well with Solar System Gallery (Guided Tour) or Astronomy (Guided Exploration).

We Are Stars is preceded by a live, presenter-led tour of the current seasonal night sky.

Weatherwise

The Museum’s “Chief Meteorologist” Wendy Wise introduces students to the dynamic world of weather and its impact on the environment. This fast-paced educational adventure brings weather-related terms and concepts to life while keeping students engaged and entertained. Weatherwise also includes an overview of various tools and technologies in the field of meteorology used to study weather patterns.

Layered Experience: Pairs well with Earth’s Wild Ride (Planetarium Show).

Whales

Discover some of the wildest locations on Earth and witness the sights, sounds, and survival of the world’s largest mammal!