Planetarium show offerings at the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium in Roger Williams Park. For more information or to book a group planetarium show please contact the Museum’s Education Department, 401.680.7223. Groups larger than 15 MUST book a private planetarium show.
Planetarium Shows
Cosmic Collisions (Grades 5-8)
NGSS: 5-PS2-1, 5-ESS1-1,2, MS-PS2-1,4,5, MS-LS4-1, MS-ESS1-1,2,3
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Explore our dynamic universe and experience the many types of collisions that shape it.
Great Space Adventure (Grades 1-4)
NGSS: 1-PS4-2, 1-ESS1-1,2, 2-PSA1-1, 2-ESS2-3, 4-ESSA-2
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If you thought space exploration was just for astronauts, think again! Discover what you can see from right here on ‘Spaceship Earth’ as we whiz through the solar system at breakneck speed! Students will find out what they can see with just their own two eyes and how they can become space explorers in their own backyard.
Journey to the Stars (Grades 5-8)
NGSS: 5-PS1-3, 5-PS2-1, 5-PS3-1, 5-ESS1-1,2. MS-PS2-4,5
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Discover stars, the powerhouses of our Universe and discover how they have shaped the cosmos.
Our Place in Space (Grades 5-8)
NGSS: 4-ESS2-2, 5-ESS1-1,2, MS-ESS1-1,2,3
There’s no place like home! Begin your journey from right here on Earth as we venture from the museum for a whirlwind trip through the solar system. Take an unforgettable tour through our cosmic neighborhood as you explore the craters of Mercury, stormy Neptune and discover why Earth is so unique. The adventure does not end there as we explore nebulae and star clusters of our Milky Way Galaxy. (General Audience)
Sky Views: Patterns in the Night Sky (Grades 4 and up)
NGSS: 5-PS1-3, 5-ESS1-1,2, MS-ESS1-1,2,3
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Discover the patterns of stars visible in the night sky and what you might see tonight from your own backyard.
Fulldome Planetarium Shows
Astronaut (Grades 2-5)
What does it take to become an astronaut? This planetarium show takes you from Earth into space … and beyond! The program is followed by a brief tour of the night sky using the planetarium’s Zeiss star projector.
Cosmic Origins Spectograph (Grade 9-12)
Join us in the exploration of the hidden universe as we decode the secrets to the origins of the cosmos. Please note: This full dome planetarium show DOES NOT include a brief tour of the night sky using the planetarium’s Zeiss star projector.
Earth’s Changing Climate (Grades 6-8)
Discover how our planet’s climate affects–and is affected by–the sky, land, ice, sea, life and the people on Earth. The program is followed by a brief tour of the night sky using the planetarium’s Zeiss star projector.
Flight Adventures (Grades 3-5)
Discover the science of flight through the eyes of a young girl and her grandfather as they explore how birds, kites, planes and models fly. Learn about the history and future plans of flight and how NASA is discovering new and safer ways to travel with the help of future engineers and aviators – like YOU! The program is followed by a brief tour of the night sky using the planetarium’s Zeiss star projector.
From Earth to the Universe (Grades 6-8)
Learn about the journey of celestial discovery, from the theories of the ancient Greek astronomers to today’s grandest telescopes, in this full dome planetarium show. Revel in the splendor of the worlds of the solar system and our Sun. From Earth to the Universe takes you to the colorful birthplaces of stars, and still further out beyond the Milky Way Galaxy to the unimaginable immensity of a myriad galaxies. Please note: This full dome planetarium show DOES NOT include a brief tour of the night sky using the planetarium’s Zeiss star projector.
Max Goes to the Moon (Grades 1-4)
Ever wonder what it’s like to go to the Moon? This new show, based on the children’s book, “Max Goes to the Moon” by Dr. Jeffrey Bennett, takes us on such an adventure. Please note: This full dome planetarium show DOES NOT include a brief tour of the night sky using the planetarium’s Zeiss star projector.
NASA’s Journey to Mars (Grades 4-8)
NASA wants you to be part of the Journey to Mars. Join us in a monumental journey of a lifetime to extend the frontiers of human exploration, gaze across alien landscapes and see our Sun rise over new horizons. The program is followed by a brief tour of the night sky using the planetarium’s Zeiss star projector.
Solar System Oasis (Grades 4-8)
Take a voyage through our Solar System in search of water, the key ingredient to life on Earth. The program is followed by a brief tour of the night sky using the planetarium’s Zeiss star projector.
Two Small Pieces of Glass (Grades 6-8)
From the moons of Jupiter to the rings of Saturn and the structure of galaxies, this show explores how telescopes have helped us understand our place in space and how they continue to expand our understanding of the cosmos. The program is followed by a brief tour of the night sky using the planetarium’s Zeiss star projector.
