Out of This World
The mission of the WVU Planetarium and Observatory is to serve the state-wide West Virginia community by giving our people a glimpse into the universe beyond our country roads.
The mission of the WVU Planetarium and Observatory is to serve the state-wide West Virginia community by giving our people a glimpse into the universe beyond our country roads.
For more than 30 years, the planetarium has given Morgantown and the surrounding communities a glimpse into worlds beyond our own with the support of the Department of Physics and Astronomy and the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences at West Virginia University.
Sitting atop White Hall, the planetarium and observatory have served thousands of people each year, including hundreds of WVU students. More than just an entertaining look at our universe, the planetarium features a variety of professionally created shows each year. Each show begins with a current sky show pointing out visible constellations, planets, and other noteworthy astronomical objects.
Inside beneath our dome, outside under our skies, and out and about in our community.
Everyone in the continental US will experience at least a partial solar eclipse on April 8. Total solar eclipses are a rare and beautiful phenomena. Stay tuned for more information on our free community event in celebration of the eclipse.
There are many ways to support our work! Attend a show, give to our ongoing educational programs, or support our new Preston County Observatory.
Message From Our Director How to Support UsThe planetarium and observatory are located on the PL Floor of White Hall, 135 Willey Street.
After 6:00 PM you must enter through the 3rd entrance on Willey Street — look for the blue "White Hall" sign.
