Featuring "Earth, Moon, and Sun" and "Laser Classic Rock" on Friday and "Skywatchers of Africa" and "Laser Fun" on Saturday.
Wayne State College’s free planetarium and laser shows continue Friday and Saturday, Feb. 21-22, in the Fred G. Dale Planetarium. Admission is free and open to the public, but free-will donations are accepted.
On Friday, Feb. 21, the planetarium show “Earth, Moon, and Sun” will be at 7 p.m., followed by the laser show “Laser Classic Rock” at 8 p.m.
“Earth, Moon, and Sun” is designed for children 10 years of age and younger.
On Saturday, Feb. 22, the planetarium show “Skywatchers of Africa” will be at 1 p.m., followed by the laser show “Laser Fun” at 2 p.m.
“Skywatchers of Africa” highlights the diversity of African astronomy, examines cultural uses of the sky that developed throughout history, and celebrates our shared human experience.
All shows last about 45 minutes, and those wanting to book a private planetarium show should visit www.wsc.edu/planetarium to complete the online reservation form. School and community groups and organizations are always welcome to book private shows.
“This spring features planetarium shows about a large variety of topics, including the Solar System, multicultural astronomy, and the search for life in the universe,” said Dr. Todd Young, director of the Fred G. Dale Planetarium. “We also have Sci-Fi Weekend and Easter Weekend, with shows featuring the artwork and history of the Sistine Chapel.”
The planetarium is located on the lowest level of Wayne State’s Carhart Science Building. Guests should use the southwest doors to enter. Once inside, go to the stairs at the south end of the building and go down to the lowest level. You may also take the elevator. Carhart Science and the planetarium are handicap accessible.
Doors open 20 minutes prior to the start of a show and shows generally include a tour of the current night sky, how to find the constellations, and current events in astronomy.
The shows will cycle through the planetarium’s vast library of shows, and each planetarium show will be followed by a laser show.
For more information, or to view a complete schedule of planetarium and laser shows for the Spring 2025 semester, visit www.wsc.edu/planetarium, or contact Dr. Todd Young, director of the Fred G. Dale Planetarium, at 402-375-7471 or [email protected].