In-Dome Shows
Pubilc shows are offered on select Thursday evenings each month in our 80 seat, 40-foot domed planetarium. Enjoy a tour of the stars, constellations and planets of the current sky featuring unique space events and award winning fulldome space movies.
Tickets can only be purchased on-line via: https://glastonburyplanetarium.ticketleap.com or in-person on the day of the show. Please do not call or stop by the GEHMS office to purchase tickets or inquire about tickets. Doors to the planetarium will open about 30 minutes before the advertised show time. Due to the very dark environment of the planetarium, shows are recommended for ages 6 and up. Please plan on arriving at least 15 minutes before the show begins as the presentation starts promptly. There is NO LATE ADMITTANCE due to the dark conditions in the planetarium. Most programs last 60 -90 minutes and are a combination of a live lecture and planetarium fulldome movie.
Two Small Pieces of Glass: The Amazing Telescope
May 2, 2024 at 7 p.m.
While attending a local star party, two teenage students learn how the telescope has helped us understand our place in space and how telescopes continue to expand our understanding of the Universe. Their conversation with a local female astronomer enlightens them on the history of the telescope and the discoveries these wonderful tools have made. The students see how telescopes work and how the largest observatories in the world use these instruments to explore the mysteries of the universe.
While looking through the astronomer's telescope, the students, along with the planetarium audience, explore the Galilean Moons, Saturn's rings, and spiral structure of galaxies. During their conversation with the astronomer, they also learn about the discoveries of Galileo, Huygens, Newton, Hubble and many others.
Prior to the show enjoy a live tour of the night sky and universe.
Audio Universe: Tour of the Solar System
June 6, 2024 at 7 p.m.
Experience the Solar System like never before - by traveling on a spacecraft that can turn the objects in space into sound!
The audience of this stunning 35 minute show are transported inside a special spacecraft that takes them to the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope (VLT) to view the stars in the night sky, before lifting them off into space to visit the Earth, Moon, Sun and all the planets of the Solar System.
Unlike traditional planetarium shows the soundtrack takes the lead role. Each of the objects in space are represented with sounds as well as being presented with the incredible 4K resolution visuals. The audience listen to the stars appear and hear the planets orbit around their heads. This means that this show is an immersive experience that can be enjoyed irrespective of level of vision.
Prior to the show enjoy a live tour of the night sky and universe.
Schedule is subject to change.