Planetarium
With new seating and enhanced projection, the Thomas Planetarium is the best way to embark on a breathtaking journey to the stars. Through 3-D graphics, surround sound and a dome screen, the planetarium offers a fascinating way to learn about astronomy, the solar system and more.
Thomas Planetarium is made possible through a generous contribution from Lowell and Tay Thomas and supported by
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Planetarium Show: "Dinosaurs Under the Northern Lights"
3:30-4 p.m. Tuesday - Sunday, Feb. 1-28 — In-Person
70 million years ago, during the Cretaceous Period, the Earth teemed with dinosaurs, some reaching the far-flung North and South poles. Discover the story behind...
Planetarium Show: "Rising Star - A South African Astronomical Journey"
4:30-5:00 p.m. Tuesday - Sunday, Feb. 1-28 — In-Person
Rising Star takes you on an astronomical journey from our beginnings through the development of astronomy research in South Africa and looks at what the...
Planetarium Music Show: "Led Zeppelin - Cosmic Light Show"
5:30-6:15 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21 — In-Person
Be transported by mood-altering art and graphics choreographed to Led Zeppelin's biggest hits, including Whole Lotta Love, Immigrant Song and Ramble On. This immersive experience...
Blink: Story Time in the Dome - Fur Rondy Edition
1 - 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22 — In-Person
Enjoy captivating storytelling in the Thomas Planetarium. Classic and modern tales come to life in the planetarium’s immersive experience with a live storyteller. Blink engages...
Planetarium Show: "Cartoons in the Dome - Flight Adventures"
12:30 p.m. Saturday & Sunday, Feb. 1-28 — In-Person
This multi-media show from the Children's Museum of Indianapolis introduces children and families to the science, technology, and history of flight. The show feature's NASA's...
Private Planetarium Experience (Group program)
5:30-6:30 p.m. Saturday - Sunday, Feb. 1-28 — In-Person
Come and explore the Thomas Planetarium when it's closed to the public. We offer private parties for groups of up to six people Friday -...
Planetarium Show: "Seeing"
1:30 p.m. Saturday & Sunday, Feb. 1-28 — In-Person
Follow a photon's creation and journey across the galaxy and into a young stargazer's eye to reveal the wonder of sight. The photon's journey includes...
Planetarium Music Show: "Pink Floyd - Dark Side of the Moon"
5:30-6:15 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28 — In-Person
Immerse yourself in Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon. This full-dome music and light show expands on the classic album through captivating HD graphics....