This 90-minute tour provides a unique opportunity to learn how innovative engineering and optical technology melds with manufacturing techniques to produce the largest and most advanced giant (8.4 meters / 27 ft) telescope mirrors in the world on the University of Arizona campus. Visitors will see the unparalleled technology and revolutionary processes in making the...
Zoom away from planet Earth and take a guided tour through the Solar System! Let's stop by each of the planets and learn why they are unique. On our journey, we will be pointing out interesting facts along the way. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live presentation about planets and space exploration Planetarium Tickets...
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 before sunset and accommodates up to 28...
Explore Flagstaff’s finest pubs, bars, and brewhouses — in the shape of the Pluto symbol! After receiving a map of all participating destinations, you’ll be turned loose to enjoy historic downtown alongside fellow Pluto-lovers, and custom-made Pluto drinks and specials at all the stops. Along the way, you’ll find astronomers giving science talks, answering questions,...
Share the wonders of the universe with romantic ambiance, stargazing opportunities, and a planetarium star talk or laser light show. A Stellar Evening Snuggle up in the planetarium theater to watch When You Wish Upon a Star or Laser Movie Magic Explore science exhibits with dreamy lighting and romantic music anytime from 6PM to 9:30PM Try special, Valentine-themed...
In collaboration with Flagstaff Arts and Leadership Academy and Lowell Observatory After the successful run of Simply Silly Shakespeare, an original play designed for young audiences, the characters of Shakespeare and...
Join us at the incredible rooftop Dark Sky Planetarium for a brand new show, debuting on February 14 during the 2025 I Heart Pluto Festival! This new show answers the big question: Are we alone in the universe? Enjoy a live presentation on the rooftop, where we will delve into the mysteries of planets beyond...
Join us at the Barry Lutz Telescope (BLT), right beside ROTC and Reilly Hall, for an evening of telescope viewing! Run by the Astronomy Club, get the experience of looking...