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Seven Wonders @ Ingram Planetarium
Mar 11 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

imagesTurn back the pages of time and witness the ancient wonders of the world as they appeared thousands of years ago. Explore the Great Pyramid, stand in the shadow of the towering Colossus, and experience the rest of the world’s Seven Wonders. Investigate the theories of how these wonders were created and get a glimpse of some of the universe’s greatest wonders. Followed by a live star show.

Astronaut @ Ingram Planetarium
Mar 11 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Learn what it takes to become an astronaut and live in space. This movie is followed by a live star show.

Mar
12
Sat
Beach Features: Lighthouses of NC @ Museum of Coastal Carolina
Mar 12 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Beach Features: Learn about the structures you see on the beaches and why they exist.

North Carolina has long been known for its beacons of light that stretch from Currituck to Bald Head Island.  This program will explore the purpose lighthouses have served in NC and some fun facts about each of these historic structures.

Presenter Jamie Justice is the Education Coordinator for the Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium. She received her Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology from Bowling Green State University and her Master of Science in Environmental Science with concentrations in Marine and Coastal Education and Coastal Management from the UNC Wilmington.

Earth, Moon, and Sun @ Ingram Planetarium
Mar 12 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm


Coyote has a razor sharp wit, but he’s a little confused about what he sees in the sky. Join this amusing character (adapted from Native American oral traditions) in a fast-paced and fun show that explores lunar phases, eclipses and other puzzles.

Mars 1001 (NEW) @ Ingram Planetarium @ Ingram Planetarium
Mar 12 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

In Mars 1001, an international crew of astronauts is about to embark on the first interplanetary journey in history, the first manned mission to the surface of Mars. Reporter Miles O’Brien is reporting live from his Space Headquarters TV Studio in New York while events unfold for the crew on their 1001-day long mission. Witness firsthand their brave attempts to put human footprints on Mars and return safely to Earth. This journey is made possible by the biggest engineering feat ever and filled with scientific experiments. The explorers will extend our knowledge of Mars and learn whether or not mankind has a future among the stars. Many challenges will have to be met in order for the crew to succeed and unlock the secrets of the new World!

Seven Wonders @ Ingram Planetarium
Mar 12 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

imagesTurn back the pages of time and witness the ancient wonders of the world as they appeared thousands of years ago. Explore the Great Pyramid, stand in the shadow of the towering Colossus, and experience the rest of the world’s Seven Wonders. Investigate the theories of how these wonders were created and get a glimpse of some of the universe’s greatest wonders. Followed by a live star show.

Seven Wonders @ Ingram Planetarium
Mar 12 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

imagesTurn back the pages of time and witness the ancient wonders of the world as they appeared thousands of years ago. Explore the Great Pyramid, stand in the shadow of the towering Colossus, and experience the rest of the world’s Seven Wonders. Investigate the theories of how these wonders were created and get a glimpse of some of the universe’s greatest wonders. Followed by a live star show.

Astronaut @ Ingram Planetarium
Mar 12 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Learn what it takes to become an astronaut and live in space. This movie is followed by a live star show.

Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon (Laser Music Show) @ Ingram Planetarium
Mar 12 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Enjoy the psychedelic sounds of the Pink Floyd Dark Side of the Moon album along with laser art work on our dome and live lighting effects from our state-of-the-art lighting systems.

Mar
13
Sun
Sunday Star Stories @ Ingram Planetarium
Mar 13 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Come and enjoy an array of stories inspired by the stars in this relaxing Sunday afternoon star show.