Å®ÓÅapp

We are located on campus at Å®ÓÅapp. On the campus map we are #10 labeled Planetarium (Robert T. Dixon). 

The planetarium seats 40 people. 

If you want to make it a longer day, then you can contact the Å®ÓÅapp Outreach Office for a free campus tour. The Planetarium does not schedule tours. 

Food and drinks are not permitted inside the Planetarium, but there is a space to leave them and large coolers/lunch bags/etc. in our lobby. Note: Shoes with lights are also not permitted in the planetarium. 

No. The Planetarium doubles as a classroom for Å®ÓÅapp students. When the room is not being used for college classes it is available for private shows. 

Near the Planetarium is the City Grill located on the campus map as #13 The Bradshaw Building (1st floor). Their hours and menu can be found on their website here. Vending machines are also located here. 

Our box office accepts cash or checks. Exact change is appreciated. Please make checks payable to: Å®ÓÅapp Planetarium. You can also reserve your seat and pay online. 

Children under 7 years of age can react in very different ways. Some are scared of the star machine (the room needs to be dark to show the stars). Others can't remain seated and risk hurting themselves. We leave it to the parent or guardian to determine if their child is mature enough to attend a public show without disruption. 

Yes. You can schedule more than one show a day and even over multiple days. Include this information in your Private Show Request. 

While one group is in the Planetarium the other can be outside playing games or eating lunch/snacks. We have an open grassy area next to our building and a cafeteria nearby.  

Our Catering Department and Facility Rentals staff an create a full day, partial day or evening experience just for your group — our Planetarium can be the pinnacle or an element of your plan. 

Submit your request! Our schedule books weeks in advance, plan ahead when possible. Our most popular times are during the lunch hour 11am-1pm — they get taken quickly. Specify a range or dates with your preference of times, we’ll get back to you about your options. 

Payment is required within two weeks to secure your booking. If payment is not received within this time your reservation will be released to another group. It is recommended that you complete your show booking by paying for your show as soon as possible. 

We are unable to host events such a birthday parties — but you can speak to our Catering and Facility Rentals staff to coordinate an on-campus experience (must be affiliated with Å®ÓÅapp or Å®ÓÅappD). We present shows for local elementary schools and home school groups. Other organizations who have held private shows include Rotary Clubs, High School Physics clubs, Boy/Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts and church groups. Again, no food is permitted within the Planetarium.