The Dale Etheridge Planetarium at the College of Southern Nevada
The CSN Planetarium, located at the College of Southern Nevada, offers an immersive and educational experience in astronomy and space science. It is Southern Nevada’s only public planetarium and serves as a significant educational resource for the community.
Key Features:
- State-of-the-Art Theater: The 68-seat theater is equipped with an Evans & Sutherland Digistar 5, a high-definition, hemispheric video projection system that creates virtual realities on the dome, offering an impressive stargazing experience.
- Diverse Programs: The planetarium presents various events and shows for the general public on weekends and for local schools on weekday mornings. Shows cover a range of scientific and astronomical topics.
- Public Programs: Public shows are scheduled on Friday evenings and Saturday afternoons and evenings. Observation sessions follow the 8 pm shows in the student observatory, weather permitting.
- Educational Focus: The planetarium aims to provide a cost-effective, high-quality educational and entertaining experience for schools and private groups. It offers a unique blend of main programming, seasonal stargazing, and astronomy Q&A sessions.
- Admission and Reservations: General admission is $6.00, with discounted rates for seniors, children, active military, and CSN students. Private group reservations and school field trips are also available.
The CSN Planetarium is an excellent destination for those interested in astronomy and the wonders of the universe. For more information about showtimes, reservations, and educational programs, visit the CSN Planetarium website at CSN Planetarium.
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