Events

Apollo 11: First Steps Edition

Apollo 11: First Steps Edition is a thrilling cinematic experience showcasing the real-life moments of the first lunar landing. With never-before-seen 70 mm footage and newly-discovered audio recordings, the filmmakers reconstruct the exhilarating final moments of preparation, lift-off, landing, and return of this historic mission – one of humanity’s greatest achievements and the first to […]

24 Apr

10:00 am - 11:00 am

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Apollo 11: First Steps Edition

Apollo 11: First Steps Edition is a thrilling cinematic experience showcasing the real-life moments of the first lunar landing. With never-before-seen 70 mm footage and newly-discovered audio recordings, the filmmakers reconstruct the exhilarating final moments of preparation, lift-off, landing, and return of this historic mission – one of humanity’s greatest achievements and the first to […]

24 Apr

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Earth, Moon & Sun

This educational and entertaining show explores the relationship between the Earth, Moon and Sun with the help of Coyote, an amusing character adapted from Native American oral traditions, who has many misconceptions about Earth and its most familiar neighbors. You will discover solar and lunar eclipses along with the Moon’s orbit, craters, and phases. This […]

24 Apr

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

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America’s Musical Journey

From New Orleans to New York City: a story of culture, creativity, and the music that shaped America. Join us for this cross-country adventure through the musical heritage of America and the cultural cities where America’s music was born. Narrated by Morgan Freeman.

24 Apr

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

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In Saturn’s Rings

Narrated by LeVar Burton, In Saturn’s Rings is a groundbreaking adventure that takes audiences on a journey of the mind, heart and spirit, from the Big Bang to the awe-inspiring rings of Saturn. In Saturn’s Rings is unique as it uses no computer-generated images. Instead, the film painstakingly employs multiplane photo animation created entirely in […]

24 Apr

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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Magic Tree House Space Mission

A mysterious “M” sends the intrepid Jack and Annie on a fun-filled journey to discover the secrets of the Sun, Moon, planets, space travel, and more. This beautifully produced show is a winner with Magic Tree House book series fans and all ages. This show is preceded by a Seasonal Sky Tonight show.

25 Apr

10:00 am - 11:00 am

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America’s Musical Journey

From New Orleans to New York City: a story of culture, creativity, and the music that shaped America. Join us for this cross-country adventure through the musical heritage of America and the cultural cities where America’s music was born. Narrated by Morgan Freeman.

26 Apr

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

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Family Hour Stargazing

Join us for STARGAZING under the dome of the Irene W. Pennington Planetarium on Saturdays at 10 AM! Learn about the stars and constellations in the local nighttime sky during the interactive presentation, then sit back for a featured show for all ages. Included in general admission (free for members); admission price paid at the […]

27 Apr

10:00 am - 10:30 am

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BASF’s Kids’ Lab

Create chemistry with BASF every 2nd and 4th weekend of the month! Explore the science of chemistry during these 45-minute hands-on workshops for young scientists ages 6-12 and their accompanying adults. Have fun learning and enjoy a different experiment each month! The April workshop is Chemistry is Bananas. Each participant will also receive a cool branded tote bag that includes a […]

27 Apr

11:00 am - 11:45 am

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America’s Musical Journey

From New Orleans to New York City: a story of culture, creativity, and the music that shaped America. Join us for this cross-country adventure through the musical heritage of America and the cultural cities where America’s music was born. Narrated by Morgan Freeman.

27 Apr

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

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BASF’s Kids’ Lab

Create chemistry with BASF every 2nd and 4th weekend of the month! Explore the science of chemistry during these 45-minute hands-on workshops for young scientists ages 6-12 and their accompanying adults. Have fun learning and enjoy a different experiment each month! The April workshop is Chemistry is Bananas. Each participant will also receive a cool branded tote bag that includes a […]

27 Apr

1:00 pm - 1:45 pm

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BASF’s Kids’ Lab

Create chemistry with BASF every 2nd and 4th weekend of the month! Explore the science of chemistry during these 45-minute hands-on workshops for young scientists ages 6-12 and their accompanying adults. Have fun learning and enjoy a different experiment each month! The April workshop is Chemistry is Bananas. Each participant will also receive a cool branded tote bag that includes a […]

27 Apr

3:00 pm - 3:45 pm

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