Apr
27
Wed
The Sky Tonight @ Ingram Planetarium
Apr 27 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Learn how to recognize the planets, constellations, stars, and other heavenly bodies that may be visible in the night sky over North Carolina.

 

Apr
28
Thu
Earth, Moon, and Sun @ Ingram Planetarium
Apr 28 @ 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
Apr 28 @ 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
Apr 28 @ 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
Apr 28 @ 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
Apr 28 @ 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.

Laser Music Show: Tom Petty @ Ingram Planetarium
Apr 28 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 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.

The Beatles Laser Music Show @ Ingram Planetarium
Apr 28 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Enjoy the music of the Fab Four — the best-selling band in history — accompanied by colorful laser images displayed on the Planetarium’s dome.

Laser Music Show: Tom Petty @ Ingram Planetarium
Apr 28 @ 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.

The Beatles Laser Music Show @ Ingram Planetarium
Apr 28 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Enjoy the music of the Fab Four — the best-selling band in history — accompanied by colorful laser images displayed on the Planetarium’s dome.