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!
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.
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.
Michelle Lopez: Pandemonium
Run Time: 30 Minutes
Commissioned for the Fels Planetarium, artist Michelle Lopez’s Pandemonium places the audience at the center of a tornado of archival newspapers, clothing, refuse, and a crumbling brick ceiling. In Lopez’s hands, this sudden maelstrom becomes a powerful symbol for the ways in which civil liberties, histories of progress, and reliable information can be upended in an instant. This art exhibition is presented in partnership with Moore College of Art & Design.
Now showing select Thursdays and Saturdays at 4:00pm through December 6. Screenings on October 16, October 30 and November 15 will feature a special talk with the artist and/or curatorial team after the film concludes.
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