Arizona has played a significant role in space exploration, from the identification of Pluto by Lowell Observatory in 1930 to the first U.S. mission that captured material from an asteroid, to the discovery of a black hole. At this program, you will learn about the space history of Arizona and places around the state that...
Explore the night skies from the summit of Mt. Lemmon using Arizona's LARGEST publicly available telescopes! Under the guidance of a professional, visitors will enjoy a brief astronomy lecture, a light dinner, and an exclusive opportunity to observe astronomical objects and phenomena. This five-hour program starts 2 hours prior to sunset and accommodates up to...
Narrated by George Takei, Incoming! explores asteroids, comets, and meteors. Viewers will embark on a dynamic journey and get an up close look at the advanced technologies that allow scientists to detect asteroids. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome show followed by an OSIRIS-REx talk Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages 2 and under: Free...
Interested in getting to know your night sky? This live planetarium program will show you what constellations, planets, meteor showers, and more will be coming to the Prescott skies for your viewing pleasure. The content for this program changes every month it is shown. Shows will last for approximately 40 minutes. Please remember to arrive at...
Join us for some stargazing among the saguaros! Telescopes will be provided. Accessible program. Please meet at the Rincon Mountain Visitor Center located at 3693 S. Old Spanish Trail. Free with Park Fee
Join rangers and astronomers behind Grand Canyon Visitor Center for an evening of telescope viewing and laser-guided constellation talks under one the darkest night skies in the United States! Time: Anytime between 7 pm and 9 pm. Constellation talks begin at 7:15 pm and 8:15 pm. Location: South Rim - Grand Canyon Visitor Center Theater Free with Park Fee