Your connection to the Universe
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Welcome to the School of Earth and Space Exploration Planetarium at ASU.
General information
Offering a starry dome and topical insight, planetarium audiences can learn about the night sky and the universe today. The SESE Planetarium, located in the Physical Sciences B-wing, has a maximum capacity of 50 persons. Daytime group shows (usually for school groups) are available daily; evening shows for individuals/groups occur if enough reservations are made. Spring semester evening shows will resume on Wednesday, January 20 and will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Daytime group shows are offered Monday through Friday with advance reservation. The 50-minute presentations are geared to the abilities of the group. Your planetarium visit can be coordinated with visits to other science facilities in the School of Earth and Space Exploration. Note: The Planetarium has a small area to hold coolers with snacks or lunches for the visiting groups.
Evening shows begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays and last approximately 45 minutes. Weather permitting, viewing through ASU telescopes follows each show.
Show details
The planetarium is currently featuring the 400th anniversary Galileo, his use of the telescope, his contribution to the discovery of the Solar System and how it has impacted the science of astronomy. [Resuming January 20, 2010]
Reservations
Please make your reservations at least two weeks in advance. All reservations must be made through our on-line reservations forms.
Fees
As part of SESE's commitment to education outreach, no fees are charged for shows.
Location and parking
Planetarium guests should congregate in the lobby of the Physical Sciences F-Wing and will be directed to the Planetarium at the time of the show. Late arrivals will not be seated. Please remember that the University has classes in session so quiet voices are appreciated. Cars and vans may park in any surface visitor lot. The following visitor lots near Bateman Physical Science Center are #42 located on the southeast corner of McAllister and Terrace, #51 located on the northeast corner of University and College Streets. Rates for visitor lots are $2 per hour with a maximum exit fee of $8. View a map of the Physical Sciences F-Wing and nearby visitor parking.
Contacting the Planetarium
For additional information, please call 480-965-6891 to leave a message and we will return your call within two business days. For specific Planetarium questions, please send an e-mail to planetarium@asu.edu. Send general astronomy questions to astro.info@asu.edu.