May
20
Thu
Snakes Alive! (Live snake feeding precedes program) @ Museum of Coastal Carolina
May 20 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Do you know how many species of venomous snakes call NC home? Can you tell the difference between a venomous snake and a harmless snake? Matthew Bookout can tell you anything you ever wanted to know about NC’s snakes and other reptiles. He will bring along some of his favorite live animals. His program is preceded by a live snake feeding.

Laser Music Show: Genesis @ Ingram Planetarium
May 20 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join this sensory experience unlike any other as live lighting and laser effects accompany classic hits heard through the area’s best sound system.

Laser Music Show: U2 @ Ingram Planetarium
May 20 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Join this sensory experience unlike any other as live lighting and laser effects accompany classic hits heard through the area’s best sound system.

May
21
Fri
Magic Globe: A Story of the Seasons — NEW! @ Ingram Planetarium
May 21 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Magic Globe is an engaging story designed to interest and challenge young children. While on vacation at her grandpa’s house, Mia accidentally discovers a mysterious piece of astronomical machinery with secret powers that can change the world’s seasons. Mia’s eccentric uncle tries to trick Mia into using the tool’s secret powers but she quickly realizes the consequences of their actions. The movie is followed by a live star show.

 

Touch Tank Feeding Demo @ Museum of Coastal Carolina
May 21 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Watch museum docents feed the live animals in the museum’s Touch Tank.

Paul Dennis Science Hall — Free! @ Ingram Planetarium
May 21 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Enjoy entertaining and educational hands-on exhibits in Ingram Planetarium’s Paul Dennis Science Hall. Open from noon to 3:00 Monday through Saturday.

Reception for Opening of New Coastal Art Gallery Exhibition @ Museum of Coastal Carolina
May 21 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

The Museum of Coastal Carolina’s Coastal Art Gallery is exhibiting works by artist Dwayne Schmidt. Mr. Schmidt calls his exhibition Coastal Tranquility.

Wayfinders: Waves, Winds and Stars — NEW! @ Ingram Planetarium
May 21 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Experience being on the deck of the voyaging canoe Hōkūleʻa as you explore traditional Polynesian navigation. Learn how to read the stars and interpret the winds and waves to navigate without modern instruments. This movie tells the story of the Polynesian Voyaging Society and the recovery of the nearly lost art and science of traditional, non-instrument navigation in Hawaii. The movie is followed by a live star show.

Explore Mars — NEW! @ Ingram Planetarium
May 21 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Learn about the history of Mars exploration.

Science in 3D — Before the Dinosaurs: Coal Age Monsters @ Museum of Coastal Carolina
May 21 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Explore some of the strange creatures that lived on Earth before the dinosaurs. Strap on a virtual reality headset and become immersed in this unique environment.