Fels Planetarium
Presented by PNC Bank
Explore the night sky with cutting-edge astronomical presentations in the awe-inspiring Fels Planetarium. The giant dome—measuring 60 feet in diameter—provides the ultimate screen for cosmic exploration. Look up and see what the actual night sky would look like without the interference of weather, pollution, or city lights. The immensity and clarity of the view create a sense of wonder and stimulate the imagination. Engaging shows and immersive visuals and sound educate young and old alike about astronomy and our place in the universe. Whether you’re learning about the constellations in our night sky tonight or traveling to the inner reaches of the human body or the outer reaches of the solar system, a visit to the Fels Planetarium will be an experience that you won’t soon forget!
Encounters in the Milky Way
Run Time: 24 minutes
Encounters in the Milky Way is a time-traveling journey about the cosmic movements that shape our galactic neighborhood. Narrated by Pedro Pascal, witness spectacular moments in our solar system's past and future, including for the first time, a dramatic, ongoing merger of our galaxy with a smaller satellite galaxy.
Worlds Beyond Earth
Run Time: 25 minutes
Narrated by Academy Award winner Lupita Nyong’o, Worlds Beyond Earth features immersive visualizations of distant worlds, groundbreaking space missions, and breathtaking scenes depicting the evolution of our solar system.
The Sky Tonight
Run Time: 25 minutes
From sunset to sunrise, join our live cosmic tour guide for a thrilling journey through the night sky—exploring constellations, planets, and deep-space wonders you can see overhead tonight. It's a real-time, star-filled adventure that will change the way you look up.
Celestial Sights
Run Time: 17 minutes
Trace the remarkable journey of how we’ve observed space—from early stargazing to high-tech telescopes and satellites—through the people who brought the universe into focus. Feel the wonder of discovery and imagine what we might see next.
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