College of Sciences and Humanities Events

"Follow the North Star" 5pm Live Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

In this live presentation with partners from the Levi and Catharine Coffin State Historic Site, discover how people have used the stars throughout history as a guide. Learn how freedom-seekers followed the North Star to escape slavery and find their way to freedom. Then partake in astronomy-focused crafts and hands-on activities. This event is recommended for school-age children and their caregivers, but all ages are welcome!

"Follow the North Star" 6:30pm Live Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

In this live presentation with partners from the Levi and Catharine Coffin State Historic Site, discover how people have used the stars throughout history as a guide. Learn how freedom-seekers followed the North Star to escape slavery and find their way to freedom. Then partake in astronomy-focused crafts and hands-on activities. This event is recommended for school-age children and their caregivers, but all ages are welcome!

"One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure" 5pm Kids Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Saturdays: April 11, 25 at 3:30 p.m.; Fridays: April 10, 24 at 5:00 p.m.; Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky, and learn about the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China. Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.

"We Are Stars" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Fridays: April 10, 24 at 6:30 p.m.; Saturdays: April 11, 25 at 6:30 p.m.; Narrated by Andy Serkis, this program explores our cosmic chemistry, explosive origins, and the evolution of the Universe, answering some of the biggest questions of all time. Perfect for adults and ages 10+; all ages are welcome.

"One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure" 3:30pm Planetarium Show

3:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Saturdays: April 11, 25 at 3:30 p.m.; Fridays: April 10, 24 at 5:00 p.m.; Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky, and learn about the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China. Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.

"Sunset Meditation" 5pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Saturdays: April 11, 25 at 5:00 p.m.; Enjoy a guided meditation experience with views of an amazing sunset as you travel to the North Pole to relax under a night sky filled with stars and glimpses of the Northern Lights. Perfect for ages 12+.

"We Are Stars" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Fridays: April 10, 24 at 6:30 p.m.; Saturdays: April 11, 25 at 6:30 p.m.; Narrated by Andy Serkis, this program explores our cosmic chemistry, explosive origins, and the evolution of the Universe, answering some of the biggest questions of all time. Perfect for adults and ages 10+; all ages are welcome.

"One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure" 5:00pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Fridays, May 22 and June 12, 26 at 5:00 p.m.; Saturdays, May 23 and June 13, 27 at 3:30 p.m.; Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky and find the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China. Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.

"Quasars & Black Holes: Kurzgesagt on the Dome" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Fridays, May 22 and June 12, 26 at 6:30 p.m.; Saturdays, May 23 and June 13, 27 at 6:30 p.m.; In this fast-paced program, explore the most massive objects in the universe with new planetarium shorts from “Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell,” the award-winning YouTube creators who make complex science accessible, accompanied by a live discussion on the latest discoveries. Recommended for ages 12 and up; adults and astronomy enthusiasts welcome.

"One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure" 3:30pm Planetarium Show

3:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Fridays, May 22 and June 12, 26 at 5:00 p.m.; Saturdays, May 23 and June 13, 27 at 3:30 p.m.; Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky and find the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China. Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.

"SEEING: A Look Inside the Eye" 5pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Saturdays, May 23 and June 13, 27 at 5:00 p.m.; Narrated by Neil deGrasse Tyson, follow a photon’s creation and journey across the galaxy to a stargazer’s eye where we learn about the eye, taking a ride on the optic nerve. Recommended for ages 12 and up; all astronomy enthusiasts welcome.

"Quasars & Black Holes: Kurzgesagt on the Dome" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Fridays, May 22 and June 12, 26 at 6:30 p.m.; Saturdays, May 23 and June 13, 27 at 6:30 p.m.; In this fast-paced program, explore the most massive objects in the universe with new planetarium shorts from “Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell,” the award-winning YouTube creators who make complex science accessible, accompanied by a live discussion on the latest discoveries. Recommended for ages 12 and up; adults and astronomy enthusiasts welcome.

"One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure" 5:00pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Fridays, June 12, 26 at 5:00 p.m.; Saturdays, June 13, 27 at 3:30 p.m.; Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky and find the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China. Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.

"Quasars & Black Holes: Kurzgesagt on the Dome" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Fridays, June 12, 26 at 6:30 p.m.; Saturdays, June 13, 27 at 6:30 p.m.; In this fast-paced program, explore the most massive objects in the universe with new planetarium shorts from “Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell,” the award-winning YouTube creators who make complex science accessible, accompanied by a live discussion on the latest discoveries. Recommended for ages 12 and up; adults and astronomy enthusiasts welcome.

"One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure" 3:30pm Planetarium Show

3:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Fridays, June 12, 26 at 5:00 p.m.; Saturdays, June 13, 27 at 3:30 p.m.; Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky and find the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China. Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.

"SEEING: A Look Inside the Eye" 5pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Saturdays, June 13, 27 at 5:00 p.m.; Narrated by Neil deGrasse Tyson, follow a photon’s creation and journey across the galaxy to a stargazer’s eye where we learn about the eye, taking a ride on the optic nerve. Recommended for ages 12 and up; all astronomy enthusiasts welcome.

"Quasars & Black Holes: Kurzgesagt on the Dome" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Fridays, June 12, 26 at 6:30 p.m.; Saturdays, June 13, 27 at 6:30 p.m.; In this fast-paced program, explore the most massive objects in the universe with new planetarium shorts from “Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell,” the award-winning YouTube creators who make complex science accessible, accompanied by a live discussion on the latest discoveries. Recommended for ages 12 and up; adults and astronomy enthusiasts welcome.

"One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure" 5:00pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Fridays, June 12, 26 at 5:00 p.m.; Saturdays, June 13, 27 at 3:30 p.m.; Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky and find the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China. Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.

"Quasars & Black Holes: Kurzgesagt on the Dome" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Fridays, June 12, 26 at 6:30 p.m.; Saturdays, June 13, 27 at 6:30 p.m.; In this fast-paced program, explore the most massive objects in the universe with new planetarium shorts from “Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell,” the award-winning YouTube creators who make complex science accessible, accompanied by a live discussion on the latest discoveries. Recommended for ages 12 and up; adults and astronomy enthusiasts welcome.

"One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure" 3:30pm Planetarium Show

3:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Fridays, June 12, 26 at 5:00 p.m.; Saturdays, June 13, 27 at 3:30 p.m.; Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky and find the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China. Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.

"SEEING: A Look Inside the Eye" 5pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Saturdays, June 13, 27 at 5:00 p.m.; Narrated by Neil deGrasse Tyson, follow a photon’s creation and journey across the galaxy to a stargazer’s eye where we learn about the eye, taking a ride on the optic nerve. Recommended for ages 12 and up; all astronomy enthusiasts welcome.

"Quasars & Black Holes: Kurzgesagt on the Dome" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Fridays, June 12, 26 at 6:30 p.m.; Saturdays, June 13, 27 at 6:30 p.m.; In this fast-paced program, explore the most massive objects in the universe with new planetarium shorts from “Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell,” the award-winning YouTube creators who make complex science accessible, accompanied by a live discussion on the latest discoveries. Recommended for ages 12 and up; adults and astronomy enthusiasts welcome.

"ASTRONAUT" 5:00pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Fridays, July 10, 17 at 5:00 p.m.; Saturdays, July 11, 18 at 3:30 p.m.; Experience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut, explore the amazing worlds of inner and outer space, and discover the perils that lurk in space as we subject Chad, our test astronaut, to everything space has to throw at him. Best suited for families and groups with kids ages 8 and up; all ages are welcome.

"The Universe Update" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Fridays, July 10, 17 at 6:30 p.m.; Saturdays, July 11, 18 at 6:30 p.m.; Explore the latest discoveries in the cosmos and take a guided tour of the night sky during this live update. Perfect for ages 12 and up; all astronomy enthusiasts are welcome.

"ASTRONAUT" 3:30pm Planetarium Show

3:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Fridays, July 10, 17 at 5:00 p.m.; Saturdays, July 11, 18 at 3:30 p.m.; Experience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut, explore the amazing worlds of inner and outer space, and discover the perils that lurk in space as we subject Chad, our test astronaut, to everything space has to throw at him. Best suited for families and groups with kids ages 8 and up; all ages are welcome.

"Solar Superstorms" 5:00pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Saturdays, July 11, 18 at 5:00 p.m.; Learn about the Sun’s powerful magnetic fields and superhot plasma that vent in dramatic flares, violent solar tornadoes, and the largest eruptions in the solar system: Coronal Mass Ejections. Perfect for ages 12 and up, and anyone curious about the Sun.

"The Universe Update" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Friday, July 10, 17 at 6:30 p.m.; Saturday, July 11, 18 at 6:30 p.m.; Explore the latest discoveries in the cosmos and take a guided tour of the night sky during this live update. Perfect for ages 12 and up; all astronomy enthusiasts are welcome.

"ASTRONAUT" 5:00pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Fridays, July 10, 17 at 5:00 p.m.; Saturdays, July 11, 18 at 3:30 p.m.; Experience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut, explore the amazing worlds of inner and outer space, and discover the perils that lurk in space as we subject Chad, our test astronaut, to everything space has to throw at him. Best suited for families and groups with kids ages 8 and up; all ages are welcome.

"The Universe Update" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Fridays, July 10, 17 at 6:30 p.m.; Saturdays, July 11, 18 at 6:30 p.m.; Explore the latest discoveries in the cosmos and take a guided tour of the night sky during this live update. Perfect for ages 12 and up; all astronomy enthusiasts are welcome.

"ASTRONAUT" 3:30pm Planetarium Show

3:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Fridays, July 10, 17 at 5:00 p.m.; Saturdays, July 11, 18 at 3:30 p.m.; Experience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut, explore the amazing worlds of inner and outer space, and discover the perils that lurk in space as we subject Chad, our test astronaut, to everything space has to throw at him. Best suited for families and groups with kids ages 8 and up; all ages are welcome.

"Solar Superstorms" 5:00pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Saturdays, July 11, 18 at 5:00 p.m.; Learn about the Sun’s powerful magnetic fields and superhot plasma that vent in dramatic flares, violent solar tornadoes, and the largest eruptions in the solar system: Coronal Mass Ejections. Perfect for ages 12 and up, and anyone curious about the Sun.

"The Universe Update" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Fridays, July 10, 17 at 6:30 p.m.; Saturdays, July 11, 18 at 6:30 p.m.; Explore the latest discoveries in the cosmos and take a guided tour of the night sky during this live update. Perfect for ages 12 and up; all astronomy enthusiasts are welcome.