When we consider the solar system, we often think of the sun and its planets. But what about moons? What role do they play? Find out in Moons: Worlds of Mystery, a show from the Charles Hayden Planetarium of the Museum of Science in Boston.
When we consider the solar system, we often think of the sun and its planets. But what about moons? What role do they play? Find out in Moons: Worlds of Mystery, a show from the Charles Hayden Planetarium of the Museum of Science in Boston.
When we consider the solar system, we often think of the sun and its planets. But what about moons? What role do they play? Find out in Moons: Worlds of Mystery, a show from the Charles Hayden Planetarium of the Museum of Science in Boston.
When we consider the solar system, we often think of the sun and its planets. But what about moons? What role do they play? Find out in Moons: Worlds of Mystery, a show from the Charles Hayden Planetarium of the Museum of Science in Boston.
The Facts featured Brazosport Planetarium’s upcoming February programs on the front page of today’s (2/2) newspaper. The write-up includes information about the new February show, “Wonderful Women: Women Enter Astronomy”, shown every Tuesday evening and the 4th Friday of the month in BASF Planetarium.
The story also previews “Astronomia en gran escala”, the Spanish version of “Big Astronomy”, slated for Thursday, February 3 and the live Zoom program with astronaut and space pilot Dr. Sian Proctor on Friday, February 4.
Read the article online and then visit Brazosport Planetarium’s season schedule page to purchase tickets to any upcoming events!
“Real People, Big Astronomy” with Dr. Sian Proctor
Dr. Proctor is a geoscientist, explorer, space artist and astronaut. She was the mission pilot for the Inspiration4 all-civilian orbital mission to space, the first of its kind. In this event, we will learn about Dr. Proctor’s varied career path and her three-day mission in Earth orbit, in which she became the first African-American female pilot to fly in space.
Dr. Proctor will share stories from her incredible adventure and answer questions. The program is expected to last 45 minutes to one hour.
PLEASE NOTE: This event is being limited to 50 visitors and masks are required. Extra seating will be available to facilitate social distancing.
There are a LOT of exciting things coming up at BASF Planetarium, so mark your calendars and get your tickets now!
Brazosport Planetarium will close out January programming with the final showing of “Big Astronomy” on Tuesday, January 25 at 7:00 PM and the final January Saturday afternoon show on Saturday, January 29 at 1:00 PM, both in BASF Planetarium.
The new planetarium show for February, “Wonderful Women: Women Enter Astronomy” will be shown on Tuesdays (Feb. 1, 8, 15 & 22) and the fourth Friday of the month (Feb. 25) at 7:00 PM in BASF Planetarium. The show focuses on some of the earliest women to contribute to the field of astronomy. Tickets are free for planetarium members; non-member tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for children.
Next, get tickets for “Astronomia en Gran Escala”, the Spanish version of our popular show “Big Astronomy”, scheduled for Thursday, February 3 at 7:00 PM in BASF Planetarium. Tickets are free for planetarium members; non-member tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for children.
Finally, make plans to join us on Friday, February 4 for “Real People, Big Astronomy with Dr. Sian Proctor” in BASF Planetarium. We will have refreshments starting at 5:45 PM, followed by a FREE live Zoom program with Dr. Proctor at 6:00 PM.
A geoscientist, explorer, space artist and astronaut, Dr. Proctor was the mission pilot for the Inspiration4 all-civilian orbital mission to space, the first of its kind. We will learn about her varied career path and three-day mission in Earth orbit, in which Dr. Proctor became the first African American female pilot to fly in space.
PLEASE NOTE: This event is being limited to 50 visitors and masks are required. Extra seating will be available to facilitate social distancing.
Brazosport Planetarium is kicking off the new year with its January show, “Big Astronomy: People, Places, Discoveries”, on Tuesdays (January 4, 11, 18 & 25) at 7:00 PM in BASF Planetarium. A special showing of “Astronomia a Gran Escala” in Spanish is slated for Thursday, January 6 at 7:00 PM.
This award-winning show was funded by the National Science Foundation. It highlights the diverse people who enable discoveries at world-class observatories in Chile.
The planetarium is ALSO offering family-friendly shows at 1:00 PM on Saturdays in BASF Planetarium on January 15, 22 & 29. Possible titles include “Perfect Little Planet”, “Dawn of the Space Age” and “Apollo: The Next Giant Leap”.
Tickets are free to planetarium members. Non-member tickets are $5/adult and $3/child.
The Facts featured Brazosport Planetarium’s perennial holiday favorite, “Season of Light”, in the Friday, November 26 edition. The article includes interviews with planetarium director Judi James and planetarium chair Diane Hill.
“Season of Light” will run throughout December at BASF Planetarium on Tuesdays (12/7, 14, 21 & 28) at 7:00 PM and on Saturdays, Dec. 4 and 11 at 1:00 PM.
Perfect Little Planet Planetarium Show
Saturday, November 20
1:00 PM
Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes:
a family from another star system seeking the perfect vacation spot.
Fly over the surface of Pluto, our best known Dwarf Planet.
Sail through the rings of Saturn. Feel the lightning storms of Jupiter.
And walk on the surface of Mars. Which destination would you choose?
A solar system journey for space travelers of all ages.
Pay What You Can
Admission is free for BASF Planetarium members.