Planetarium Show: Dawn of the Space Age

Image of an astronaut on the moon

Relive the excitement of the early days of space exploration.

  • Date: Nov. 13, 2026
  • Time: 7:00 p.m.
  • Location: Carhart Science Building, Fred G. Dale Planetarium, 1111 Gulliver Dr., Wayne, NE 68787
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  • Cost: Free, with suggested donations of $3 for kids and $5 for adults
Image of an astronaut on the moon

Relive the excitement of the early days of space exploration.

Relive the excitement of space exploration's early days, from the launch of the first artificial satellite Sputnik to the magnificent lunar landings and privately operated space flights. Be immersed and overwhelmed with this most accurate historic reconstruction of man's first steps in space.

Target audience: Ages 9 to adult

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