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Telescope viewing will be available following every planetarium program this season that ends late enough in the evening to see the stars, weather permitting!
Whale Super Highway
This program follows humpback whales and blue pygmy whales on their 4,000-mile migration down the coast of Western Australia to the freezing waters of Antarctica and back again. Whale Super Highway provides a stunning look at life in the waters of Western Australia. It reveals fascinating information about whales while underscoring how much we still have to learn.
Show Times:
- Friday, Jan. 31: 6 p.m. and 7 p.m.
- Saturday, Feb. 1: 2 p.m., 3 p.m. and 4 p.m.
- Friday, April 18: 6 p.m. and 7 p.m.
- Saturday, April 19: 2 p.m., 3 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Sharper, Bigger, Deeper: How Tomorrow's Telescopes Will Transform Our View of the Universe
For over 400 years, telescopes have been humanity’s most powerful tools for unlocking the mysteries of the cosmos. From Galileo’s rudimentary spyglass to today’s space-borne observatories, each technological leap has brought transformative discoveries, including Jupiter’s moons, Saturn’s rings, distant galaxies and exoplanets. This presentation will take the audience on a journey through the evolution of these remarkable instruments and offer a glimpse into the future of astronomy through extremely large telescopes.
Show Times:
- Thursday, Feb. 6: 6 p.m.
Romance Among the Stars
The universe may be pretty cold and empty, but it is not without its spots of fire, fury and frenzy. Join us as we travel across the cosmos this February to visit some of the most romantic spots and situations in space.
Show Times:
- Friday, Feb. 7: 6 p.m. and 7 p.m.
- Saturday, Feb. 8: 2 p.m., 3 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Rising Stars of Prescott
Are you interested in getting to know your night sky? This live planetarium program will show you what constellations, planets, meteor showers and more will be coming to the Prescott skies for your viewing pleasure. The content for this program changes every month it is shown.
Show Times:
- Friday, Feb. 21: 6 p.m. and 7 p.m.
- Saturday, Feb. 22: 2 p.m., 3 p.m. and 4 p.m.
- Friday, April 4: 7 p.m. and 8 p.m.
- Saturday: April 5: 7 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Note: April shows will start later than normal to ensure dark skies for telescope viewing following the programs.
Jane Goodall: Reasons for Hope
This movie is an uplifting journey around the globe to highlight good news stories that will inspire people to make a difference in the world around them.
Featured stories such as the Northern Bald Ibis’ migration over the Alps, the re-introduction of the American Bison by the Blackfeet Nation, the worldwide recognized Sudbury Regreening Story and inspiring youth-led initiatives involved in Jane Goodall's Roots & Shoots align with historic footage of Jane’s beginnings as a chimpanzee researcher.
Show Times:
- Friday, March 7: 6 p.m. and 7 p.m.
- Saturday, March 8: 6 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Prescott Regional SciTech Fest
This free, fun-filled, educational event features interactive science, technology, engineering, art and math exhibits and demonstrations. No need to sign up. Just show up to Embry-Riddle’s Prescott Campus during the time of the festival and enjoy the hands-on activities and demonstrations. Free tickets will be provided on-site to festival guests to planetarium shows occurring throughout the morning and afternoon.
Event Time:
- Saturday, March 8: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
2025 Total Lunar Eclipse
A total lunar eclipse will be occurring and visible here in Prescott during the evening of March 13th. While you can enjoy this marvelous phenomenon privately, you can also join us on Embry-Riddle’s Prescott Campus for a momentous celebration of science and celestial wonder. There will be telescopes, hot chocolate, presentations by professional astronomers and more.
Event Time:
- Thursday, March 13: 10 p.m.-1 a.m.
Fronteras: Límites del Conocimiento
Note: This is a Spanish-language program without English subtitles.
Cuanto más descubrimos sobre el universo, más ampliamos los límites de nuestra comprensión. Únase a nosotros en un viaje a través del sistema solar hasta las estrellas y hasta el límite de nuestra comprensión. Los límites son más difusos de lo que podría esperar.
Translation: The more we discover about the universe, the farther we push out the boundaries of our understanding. Join us on a trip through the solar system out to the stars and to the edge of our understanding. The boundaries are more blurry than you might expect.
Show Times:
- Friday, March 28: 6 p.m. and 7 p.m.
- Saturday, March 29: 2 p.m., 3 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Private Planetarium Events
To host your own private event in the Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium, fill out and submit our Conference Request Form.
Contact Us
Reception Desk Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Box Office Hours
- 1/31: 5-8 p.m.
- 2/1: 1-5 p.m.
- 2/6: 5-7 p.m.
- 2/7: 5-8 p.m.
- 2/8: 1-5 p.m.
- 2/21: 5-8 p.m.
- 2/22: 1-5 p.m.
- 3/7: 5-8 p.m.
- 3/8: 5-8 p.m.
- 3/13: 10 p.m.-1 a.m.
- 3/28: 5-8 p.m.
- 3/29: 1-5 p.m.
- 4/4: 6-9 p.m.
- 4/5: 6-9 p.m.
- 4/18: 5-8 p.m.
- 4/19: 1-5 p.m.