http://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center Ball State University Planetarium Events RSS en-us Fri, 03 Apr 2026 17:21:45 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/10/owos https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/10/owos 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. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/10/wearestars https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/10/wearestars 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. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/11/owos https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/11/owos 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. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 15:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/11/sunset-meditation https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/11/sunset-meditation 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+. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/11/wearestars https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/11/wearestars 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. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 18:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/northstar https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/northstar 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! Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/northstar630 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/northstar630 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! Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/24/owos https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/24/owos 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. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/24/wearestars https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/24/wearestars 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. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/25/owos https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/25/owos 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. Sat, 25 Apr 2026 15:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/25/sunset-meditation https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/25/sunset-meditation 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+. Sat, 25 Apr 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/25/wearestars https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/25/wearestars 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. Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/05/owos5pm https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/05/owos5pm 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. Fri, 22 May 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/05/kgfri https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/05/kgfri 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. Fri, 22 May 2026 18:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/05/owos330pm https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/05/owos330pm 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. Sat, 23 May 2026 15:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/05/seeing https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/05/seeing 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. Sat, 23 May 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/05/kgsat https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/05/kgsat 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. Sat, 23 May 2026 18:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/06/12/owos12 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/06/12/owos12 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. Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/06/12/kgfri12 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/06/12/kgfri12 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. Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/06/13/owos https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/06/13/owos 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. Sat, 13 Jun 2026 15:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/06/13/seeingjune https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/06/13/seeingjune 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. Sat, 13 Jun 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/06/13/kg https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/06/13/kg 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. Sat, 13 Jun 2026 18:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/06/26/owos27 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/06/26/owos27 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. Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/06/26/kgfri26 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/06/26/kgfri26 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. Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/06/27/owos https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/06/27/owos 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. Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/06/27/seeingjune https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/06/27/seeingjune 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. Sat, 27 Jun 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/06/27/kg https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/06/27/kg 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. Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:30:00 -0400