Charles W. Brown Planetarium Calendar

"Dawn of the Space Age" 5pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: Jan. 17, 24 at 5:00pm; Saturdays: Jan. 18, 25 at 5:00pm; A spellbinding account of humanity's first attempts to leave planet Earth: from the launch of the first artificial satellite Sputnik, to the magnificent lunar landings, to the privately-operated space flights of today. Perfect for ages 10+, all ages are welcome.

"Sky Skills Live" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: Jan. 17, 24 at 6:30pm; Saturdays: Jan. 18, 25 at 6:30pm; Enjoy a guided tour of the celestial wonderland that is the night sky with the help of free star charts provided during this live program. Perfect for ages 8+, all ages are welcome.

"Accidental Astronauts" 3:30pm Planetarium Show

3:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, College of Sciences and Humanities

Saturdays: Jan. 18, 25; Feb. 1, 8, 22 at 3:30pm; Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners, all ages are welcome.

"Dawn of the Space Age" 5pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: Jan. 17, 24 at 5:00pm; Saturdays: Jan. 18, 25 at 5:00pm; A spellbinding account of humanity's first attempts to leave planet Earth: from the launch of the first artificial satellite Sputnik, to the magnificent lunar landings, to the privately-operated space flights of today. Perfect for ages 10+, all ages are welcome.

"Sky Skills Live" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: Jan. 17, 24 at 6:30pm; Saturdays: Jan. 18, 25 at 6:30pm; Enjoy a guided tour of the celestial wonderland that is the night sky with the help of free star charts provided during this live program. Perfect for ages 8+, all ages are welcome.

"Dawn of the Space Age" 5pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: Jan. 17, 24 at 5:00pm; Saturdays: Jan. 18, 25 at 5:00pm; A spellbinding account of humanity's first attempts to leave planet Earth: from the launch of the first artificial satellite Sputnik, to the magnificent lunar landings, to the privately-operated space flights of today. Perfect for ages 10+, all ages are welcome.

"Sky Skills Live" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: Jan. 17, 24 at 6:30pm; Saturdays: Jan. 18, 25 at 6:30pm; Enjoy a guided tour of the celestial wonderland that is the night sky with the help of free star charts provided during this live program. Perfect for ages 8+, all ages are welcome.

"Accidental Astronauts" 3:30pm Planetarium Show

3:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, College of Sciences and Humanities

Saturdays: Jan. 18, 25; Feb. 1, 8, 22 at 3:30pm; Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners, all ages are welcome.

"Dawn of the Space Age" 5pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: Jan. 17, 24 at 5:00pm; Saturdays: Jan. 18, 25 at 5:00pm; A spellbinding account of humanity's first attempts to leave planet Earth: from the launch of the first artificial satellite Sputnik, to the magnificent lunar landings, to the privately-operated space flights of today. Perfect for ages 10+, all ages are welcome.

"Sky Skills Live" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: Jan. 17, 24 at 6:30pm; Saturdays: Jan. 18, 25 at 6:30pm; Enjoy a guided tour of the celestial wonderland that is the night sky with the help of free star charts provided during this live program. Perfect for ages 8+, all ages are welcome.

"To Space & Back" 5pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: Jan. 31, Feb. 7, 21 at 5:00pm; Saturdays: Feb. 1, 8, 22 at 5:00pm; Hear the extraordinary story of human ingenuity and engineering, describing how the technology that transports us through space is paving the way for the devices and apps many of us use every day. Perfect for ages 10+, all ages welcome.

"Moons: Worlds of Mystery" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: Jan. 31, Feb. 7, 21 at 6:30pm; Saturdays: Feb. 1, 8, 22 at 6:30pm; From volcanoes and geysers to ice-covered oceans and methane rain, these natural satellites have some spectacular features, and many even exert a surprising influence on their planetary partners. Perfect for ages 8+, all ages are welcome.

"Accidental Astronauts" 3:30pm Planetarium Show

3:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, College of Sciences and Humanities

Saturdays: Jan. 18, 25; Feb. 1, 8, 22 at 3:30pm; Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners, all ages are welcome.

"To Space & Back" 5pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: Jan. 31, Feb. 7, 21 at 5:00pm; Saturdays: Feb. 1, 8, 22 at 5:00pm; Hear the extraordinary story of human ingenuity and engineering, describing how the technology that transports us through space is paving the way for the devices and apps many of us use every day. Perfect for ages 10+, all ages welcome.

"Moons: Worlds of Mystery" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: Jan. 31, Feb. 7, 21 at 6:30pm; Saturdays: Feb. 1, 8, 22 at 6:30pm; From volcanoes and geysers to ice-covered oceans and methane rain, these natural satellites have some spectacular features, and many even exert a surprising influence on their planetary partners. Perfect for ages 8+, all ages are welcome.

"To Space & Back" 5pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: Jan. 31, Feb. 7, 21 at 5:00pm; Saturdays: Feb. 1, 8, 22 at 5:00pm; Hear the extraordinary story of human ingenuity and engineering, describing how the technology that transports us through space is paving the way for the devices and apps many of us use every day. Perfect for ages 10+, all ages welcome.

"Moons: Worlds of Mystery" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: Jan. 31, Feb. 7, 21 at 6:30pm; Saturdays: Feb. 1, 8, 22 at 6:30pm; From volcanoes and geysers to ice-covered oceans and methane rain, these natural satellites have some spectacular features, and many even exert a surprising influence on their planetary partners. Perfect for ages 8+, all ages are welcome.

"Accidental Astronauts" 3:30pm Planetarium Show

3:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, College of Sciences and Humanities

Saturdays: Jan. 18, 25; Feb. 1, 8, 22 at 3:30pm; Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners, all ages are welcome.

"To Space & Back" 5pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: Jan. 31, Feb. 7, 21 at 5:00pm; Saturdays: Feb. 1, 8, 22 at 5:00pm; Hear the extraordinary story of human ingenuity and engineering, describing how the technology that transports us through space is paving the way for the devices and apps many of us use every day. Perfect for ages 10+, all ages welcome.

"Moons: Worlds of Mystery" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: Jan. 31, Feb. 7, 21 at 6:30pm; Saturdays: Feb. 1, 8, 22 at 6:30pm; From volcanoes and geysers to ice-covered oceans and methane rain, these natural satellites have some spectacular features, and many even exert a surprising influence on their planetary partners. Perfect for ages 8+, all ages are welcome.

"To Space & Back" 5pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: Jan. 31, Feb. 7, 21 at 5:00pm; Saturdays: Feb. 1, 8, 22 at 5:00pm; Hear the extraordinary story of human ingenuity and engineering, describing how the technology that transports us through space is paving the way for the devices and apps many of us use every day. Perfect for ages 10+, all ages welcome.

"Moons: Worlds of Mystery" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: Jan. 31, Feb. 7, 21 at 6:30pm; Saturdays: Feb. 1, 8, 22 at 6:30pm; From volcanoes and geysers to ice-covered oceans and methane rain, these natural satellites have some spectacular features, and many even exert a surprising influence on their planetary partners. Perfect for ages 8+, all ages are welcome.

"Accidental Astronauts" 3:30pm Planetarium Show

3:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, College of Sciences and Humanities

Saturdays: Jan. 18, 25; Feb. 1, 8, 22 at 3:30pm; Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners, all ages are welcome.

"To Space & Back" 5pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: Jan. 31, Feb. 7, 21 at 5:00pm; Saturdays: Feb. 1, 8, 22 at 5:00pm; Hear the extraordinary story of human ingenuity and engineering, describing how the technology that transports us through space is paving the way for the devices and apps many of us use every day. Perfect for ages 10+, all ages welcome.

"Moons: Worlds of Mystery" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: Jan. 31, Feb. 7, 21 at 6:30pm; Saturdays: Feb. 1, 8, 22 at 6:30pm; From volcanoes and geysers to ice-covered oceans and methane rain, these natural satellites have some spectacular features, and many even exert a surprising influence on their planetary partners. Perfect for ages 8+, all ages are welcome.

"ASTRONAUT" 5pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: March 14, 21 at 5:00pm; Saturdays: March 15, 22 at 5:00pm; Experience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut, explore the amazing worlds of space, and discover the perils that lurk there as we subject Chad, a test astronaut, to everything space has to throw at him. Perfect for families and groups with kids ages 8+, all ages are welcome.

"Destination Mars" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: March 14, 21 at 6:30pm; Saturdays: March 15, 22 at 6:30pm; Explore the work being done around the globe to help make the dream of getting humans to Mars a reality. Perfect for ages 8+, all ages are welcome.

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

3:30 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure

Saturdays: March 15, 22 at 3:30pm; 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.

"ASTRONAUT" 5pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: March 14, 21 at 5:00pm; Saturdays: March 15, 22 at 5:00pm; Experience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut, explore the amazing worlds of space, and discover the perils that lurk there as we subject Chad, a test astronaut, to everything space has to throw at him. Perfect for families and groups with kids ages 8+, all ages are welcome.

"Destination Mars" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: March 14, 21 at 6:30pm; Saturdays: March 15, 22 at 6:30pm; Explore the work being done around the globe to help make the dream of getting humans to Mars a reality. Perfect for ages 8+, all ages are welcome.

"ASTRONAUT" 5pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: March 14, 21 at 5:00pm; Saturdays: March 15, 22 at 5:00pm; Experience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut, explore the amazing worlds of space, and discover the perils that lurk there as we subject Chad, a test astronaut, to everything space has to throw at him. Perfect for families and groups with kids ages 8+, all ages are welcome.

"Destination Mars" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: March 14, 21 at 6:30pm; Saturdays: March 15, 22 at 6:30pm; Explore the work being done around the globe to help make the dream of getting humans to Mars a reality. Perfect for ages 8+, all ages are welcome.

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

3:30 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Saturdays: March 15, 22 at 3:30pm; 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.

"ASTRONAUT" 5pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: March 14, 21 at 5:00pm; Saturdays: March 15, 22 at 5:00pm; Experience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut, explore the amazing worlds of space, and discover the perils that lurk there as we subject Chad, a test astronaut, to everything space has to throw at him. Perfect for families and groups with kids ages 8+, all ages are welcome.

"Destination Mars" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: March 14, 21 at 6:30pm; Saturdays: March 15, 22 at 6:30pm; Explore the work being done around the globe to help make the dream of getting humans to Mars a reality. Perfect for ages 8+, all ages are welcome.

"Sunset Meditation" 5pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: April 11, 25 at 5:00pm; Saturdays: April 12, 26 at 5:00pm; 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+, all ages are welcome.

"Solar Superstorms" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, College of Sciences and Humanities

Fridays: April 11, 25 at 6:30pm; Saturdays: April 12, 26 at 6:30pm; 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 10+, all ages are welcome.

"Magic Tree House: Space Mission" 3:30pm Planetarium Show

3:30 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Saturdays: April 12, 26 at 3:30pm; Travel with Jack and Annie, stars of the Magic Tree House® best-selling children’s book series, as they search for answers to a mysterious riddle as they meet a helpful astronomer and an astronaut. Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners, all ages are welcome.

"Sunset Meditation" 5pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: April 11, 25 at 5:00pm; Saturdays: April 12, 26 at 5:00pm; 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+, all ages are welcome.

"Solar Superstorms" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, College of Sciences and Humanities

Fridays: April 11, 25 at 6:30pm; Saturdays: April 12, 26 at 6:30pm; 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 10+, all ages are welcome.

"Sunset Meditation" 5pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: April 11, 25 at 5:00pm; Saturdays: April 12, 26 at 5:00pm; 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+, all ages are welcome.

"Solar Superstorms" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, College of Sciences and Humanities

Fridays: April 11, 25 at 6:30pm; Saturdays: April 12, 26 at 6:30pm; 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 10+, all ages are welcome.

"Magic Tree House: Space Mission" 3:30pm Planetarium Show

3:30 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Saturdays: April 12, 26 at 3:30pm; Travel with Jack and Annie, stars of the Magic Tree House® best-selling children’s book series, as they search for answers to a mysterious riddle as they meet a helpful astronomer and an astronaut. Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners, all ages are welcome.

"Sunset Meditation" 5pm Planetarium Show

5 p.m.

Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, Physics and Astronomy

Fridays: April 11, 25 at 5:00pm; Saturdays: April 12, 26 at 5:00pm; 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+, all ages are welcome.

"Solar Superstorms" 6:30pm Planetarium Show

6:30 p.m.

Calendars: Physics and Astronomy, College of Sciences and Humanities

Fridays: April 11, 25 at 6:30pm; Saturdays: April 12, 26 at 6:30pm; 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 10+, all ages are welcome.