Alice & Leonard Dreyfuss Planetarium


Schedule

 

Teachers and Group Leaders: Please see Programs for Schools and Groups for information on reserving a planetarium program for your group.



Shows



Summer 2010  



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Zula Patrol: Under the Weather
(June 23–August 13)
Wednesday-Sunday, 1:30 and 2:30 pm
Recommended for children ages 6-9 (30 minutes)

From the far reaches of outer space, the stalwart heroes of the Zula Patrol swing into action when their loyal pet Gorga is tricked by interplanetary villain Dark Truder into stealing the weather from other planets.





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Origins of Life
(June 23–August 13)
Wednesday–Sunday, 3:30 pm
Recommended for adults and children ages 10 and up
(30 minutes)

Origins of life is an inspirational journey through time and a celebration of life on Earth.  Travel from the depths of the oceans to the far reaches of space to explore the Big Bang, the birth of stars, formation of solar systems and the first life on Earth.








Fall 2010



Origins of Life
(September 15–October 1)
Wednesdays–Fridays, 2 pm
Saturdays & Sundays, 2 & 4 pm
Recommended for adults and children ages 10 and up
(30 minutes)

Origins of life is an inspirational journey through time and a celebration of life on Earth.  Travel from the depths of the oceans to the far reaches of space to explore the Big Bang, the birth of stars, formation of solar systems and the first life on Earth.

Zula Patrol: Under the Weather
(September 18–26)
Saturdays & Sundays, 1 & 3 pm
Recommended for children ages 6-9 (30 minutes)

From the far reaches of outer space, the stalwart heroes of the Zula Patrol swing into action when their loyal pet Gorga is tricked by interplanetary villain Dark Truder into stealing the weather from other planets.





Special Events
 



Project Sunscope
Thursdays, July 8–August 12
12–1:30 pm
FREE; weather permitting

Drop by for tours of the Sun with a Solar Telescope. Our astronomers will use special filters to allow safe viewing of sunspots and other spectacular features of the solar atmosphere. Telescope will be set up in front of the Museum at 49 Washington Street.





Exhibit

 

Saturn: Exploring a Celestial Wonder
Wednesday–Sunday, 12–5 pm
Ongoing in the Planetarium Gallery

The Cassini spacecraft is currently exploring Saturn's countless rings and moons to help use better understand our place in the universe.  Join us to observe recent video and still images of these spectacular and curious sights, including Saturn's many satellites and Titan, its largest moon.




Planetarium Admission*


Adults: $5; children under 12, seniors, and college students: $3
(Receive a free set of Planetarium tickets by becoming a Member or renewing your Membership.)
*In addition to the Suggested Museum Admission.

Planetarium tickets are not included in General Museum Admission and must be purchased at the Information Desk upon entering the Museum.  Coupons and complimentary tickets must also be redeemed at this time.  Tickets go on sale as soon as the Museum opens on a first come, first served basis only, so please plan to arrive and purchase tickets at least an hour before showtime.  Also note that seating is limited, programs begin promptly, and that latecomers cannot be admitted.  The planetarium is not recommended for children under four years of age and strollers are not permitted.  An adult must accompany all children.


Call Newark Skyline at 973-596-6529 for weekly updates, or visit our 
Sky Watch page.