Events

NASA’s 21st century Artemis program—named after the Greek moon Goddess and twin of Apollo—is the next step in our mission to explore the universe and land the first woman and person of color on the surface of the Moon.

Misrepresented, maligned and misunderstood, the Great White Shark is an iconic predator: the creature we love to fear. This planetarium show will explore the Great White's place in our imaginations, in our fears, and in the reality of its role at the top of the oceanic food chain. See the Great White through the eyes of people who swim with sharks!

Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sharks, Conservation
Style: Fulldome Film followed by live presentation

Discover the wonders of our sun. Its incredible energy has supported life on earth for millennia, but is now threatening our technology and way of life. Travel to the distant future to discover our sun’s connection to the universe’s cosmic cycle of life and death.

Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sun, stars
Style: Fulldome film followed by star talk

Sit back and enjoy a showing of your choice in the planetarium theater.
Duration: about 1 hour
Would you like to visit the Science Center Exhibits? Don't forget to add the experience prior to completing registration.

Explore both levels of hands on exhibits.
Duration: about 1 hour
Want to see a planetarium show? Don't forget to add the experience prior to completing registration.

The Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium inspires visitors of all ages with the wonders of science. Located on the University of Arizona campus, Flandrau offers hands-on science exhibits about science topics from earth to space, and more.