PUBLIC Shows
Our shows last approximately 45-60 minutes.
In-Person shows in our dome: All shows are free and open to the public, but reservations are required. 15-20 minute introduction simulating what's up in the sky tonight and/or discussion of a topic relevant to the film, then we play one of our 20-40 minute full dome feature films and answer your burning questions! After the show, our telescope assistants invite you to the rooftop telescope for live viewing of the night sky, weather permitting. Check out our Plan Your Visit page for information about parking and accessibility. All visitors must follow WVU Safety Guidelines. If you have any questions or concerns please email planetarium@mail.wvu.edu.
Virtual presentations on Zoom: All you need is an internet connection and the Zoom platform! Register to get your personalized zoom link and then tune in on the date/time of the event. If you have any questions or concerns about accessing Zoom, please email planetarium@mail.wvu.edu.
All shows are free and open to the public, but registration is required via the links below. If you need to cancel your reservation, please let do so on the Eventbrite page so we may open remaining seats to others. Doors open approximately 15 minutes before the show. Please note that we aim to start each presentation promptly on time. Once the show starts and the doors are closed, we do not permit additional guests to enter for both safety concerns and to not interrupt the show in progress. Thank you for your understanding.
Date | Show and Intended Audience | Time | Registration |
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March 3 |
"Dawn of the Space Age" |
7:00-8:00 PM | |
March 3 |
"The Dark Matter Mystery" |
8:00-9:00pm |
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March 31 |
Children's show - "Earth, Moon, Sun" Learn why the Sun rises and sets, examine the Moon’s orbit, craters, phases and eclipses, and explore past and future space travel to the Moon and beyond with the help of Coyote, an amusing character adapted from Native American oral traditions, who has many misconceptions about Earth and its neighbors. |
7:00-8:00 PM | Register Here |
March 31 |
"Stars of the Pharaohs" Travel to ancient Egypt to see how science was used to tell time, make a workable calendar, and align buildings. You’ll learn about the connection the ancient Egyptians felt with the stars and various astronomical phenomena. |
8:00-9:00 PM | |
April 14 | Children's Show - "We are Guardians" ** NEW SHOW ** | 7:00-8:00 PM | |
April 14 | "Dynamic Earth" | 8:00-9:00 PM |
Past Shows
Date | Show and Intended Audience | Time |
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October 6th (THURSDAY) | Children's Show - "Secrets of Gravity" (
Trailer)
|
7:00-8:00pm |
October 6th (THURSDAY) | "Einstein's Gravity Playlist" (
Information)
|
8:00-9:00pm |
October 28th | Children's Show - "Accidental Astronauts" (
Trailer)
|
7:00-8:00pm |
October 28th | "Black Holes" |
8:00-9:00pm |
November 11th | "Ultimate Universe" |
7:00-8:00pm |
November 11th | "Stars: Powerhouses of the Universe" |
8:00-9:00pm |
November 18th | Children's Show - "Earth, Moon & Sun" (
Trailer) |
7:00-8:00pm |
November 18th | "Drifting North - Into the Polar Night" (NEW!) |
8:00-9:00pm |
December 2nd | Children's Show - "Oasis in Space" |
7:00-8:00pm |
December 2nd | "Drifting North - The Arctic Pulse" (NEW!) | 8:00-9:00pm |
December 15th | Vandalia Trio's Holiday Benefit Concert supporting WVU Medicine Children's
Hospital.
|
7:30-9:00pm |
December 16th | Holiday Show: "Season of Light" | 6:00-7:00pm |
December 16th | Holiday Show: "Season of Light" | 7:00-8:00pm |
December 16th | Holiday Show: "Season of Light" | 8:00-9:00pm |
January 20 |
Children's Show - "Secrets of Gravity" (Trailer) |
7:00-8:00pm |
January 20 |
"Einstein's Gravity Playlist" |
8:00-9:00pm |
February 3 | Children's Show - "Earth's Wild Ride" |
7:00-8:00pm |
February 3 | "Dynamic Earth" |
8:00-9:00pm |
February 17 | Children's Show - "Oasis in Space" |
7:00-8:00pm |
February 17 | "From Earth to the Universe" |
8:00-9:00pm |