About
Whittenberger Planetarium offers public shows with a variety of topics each season, including current events, science-focused shows, storytelling, toddler shows, family-friendly shows, and adult nights. It also offers field trips with age-level or special needs shows, and the topics can be adjusted to fit needs and interests.
Programs
- Whittenberger Planetarium public shows — All ages welcome; generally geared toward adults, well-suited for middle school and up · Variety of shows and topics each season; current events, science-focused, storytelling, toddler shows, family-friendly, adult nights
- Field trips — Tuesday through Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm; Evenings and Saturdays by appointment · Age-level or special needs shows; topics can be adjusted to fit needs/interests
At a glance
- Ages: 3–18 years old
About the provider
Whittenberger Planetarium has served primarily as a public outreach facility since 1970. Its programs are provided to school and home-school groups, scouts, the public, college classes, and more.
- Starlab rental — Portable planetarium equipment available for rental by outside groups; presenter available on a limited basis or training for non-College presenters
All group visits, including payment, must be finalized two weeks before the visit. Failure to pay by 5 p.m. the Friday before the visit will result in cancellation. There are no reimbursements for late arrivals and consequently shortened programs. Evening and Saturday showings are by appointment. Shows starting after 4:00 p.m. are charged evening rates and scheduled individually.
Last updated November 4, 2026.
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