School + Community Programs
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Stars
Every star has a story. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the universe. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience the awesome beauty and destructive power of stars. This program is specifically designed for grades 3 through Adult. This program is available by request for groups […]
people and place
field trip to the museum
Planets Tonight
Some of the best telescope views of the night sky come from the planets, particularly the five planets visible from your own backyard. But, you wonder, which planets are out tonight and where should I look to see them? Learn which planets are visible tonight and where to look for them is what this live […]
people and place
field trip to the museum
Perfect Little Planet
Imagine the ultimate space vacation! What if you could travel the galaxy to find that ideal place? Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes—a family from another star system seeking the perfect vacation spot. This program is specifically designed for grades PreK through 4th grade. This program is available by request for […]
people and place
field trip to the museum
Our Sky
Geared for younger audiences, this live presentation in the Kendall Planetarium explores stars, planets and constellations in the night sky. An overview of the solar system and viewing highlights for the current season are presented. This program is specifically designed for grades 1 through grades 3. This program is available by request for groups of […]
people and place
field trip to the museum
Infinity Express
See breathtaking images of the life cycle of stars from the Hubble Space Telescope. Experience the eventual collision of our Milky Way galaxy with the neighboring Andromeda galaxy, then plunge down and sweep through the gigantic Valles Marineris canyon using the latest data from the Mars Global Surveyor. This program is specifically designed for grades […]
people and place
field trip to the museum
Extreme Planets
Tour places once found only in science fiction. Visit a world where liquid rock breaks against a pitch-black shoreline of molten lava, and explore a place where a burnt-out sun spins madly above a lonely planet. This program is specifically designed for grades 4 through Adult. This program is available by request for groups of […]
people and place
field trip to the museum
Exploring New Horizons
Explore the New Horizons spacecraft and its mission to dwarf planet Pluto and other Kuiper Belt Objects. This program also exhibits the importance of the scientific method and how it applies to our understanding of the Solar System. A live activity is included to engage the audience for an interactive learning experience. This program is […]
people and place
field trip to the museum
Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity
There’s a place from which nothing escapes, not even light, where time and space literally come to end. It’s at this point, inside this fantastic riddle, that black holes exert their sway over the cosmos … and our imaginations. Travel through other-worldly wormholes, experience the creation of the Milky Way Galaxy, and witness the violent […]
people and place
field trip to the museum
Family Science Nights
Time to get out of the classroom and into the museum for an evening of family learning fun! This exclusive event for your school or non-profit group is designed to foster community between teachers, parents, and students. Family Science Nights at the Museum strengthen parent and family involvement in science exploration and discovery as well as […]
science skills and core concepts
community family events
Astronaut
Astronaut takes you from Earth into space… and beyond. Experience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut. Explore the amazing worlds of inner and outer space, from floating around the International Space Station to maneuvering through microscopic regions of the human body. Discover the perils that lurk in space as we subject […]
people and place
field trip to the museum