Morehead Planetarium and Science Center050

in Chapel Hill, NC 27599

250 East Franklin Street
Chapel Hill, NC 27599United States

919.549.6863

Hours:Tue-Thu 10am-3:30pm; Fri 10am-3:30pm & 6:30pm-8:45pm; Sat 10:30am-4pm & 6:30pm-8:45pm; Sun 12:30pm-4pm; Mon closed

Cost:Planetarium: Adults $6; Children, students, & senior citizens $5; Members free Digital Theater & Exhibits: Free

Ages:3 And Up

about Morehead Planetarium and Science Center:

The Morehead Planetarium and Science Center is one of the largest planetariums in the United States. Visitors can enjoy multimedia star shows, multiple exhibits, and year-round programming for all ages. Many of the Planetarium's shows are completely original, written and produced on location at the center.

Programming at the center includes classes for kids, summer camps, storytime, monthly skywatching sessions, and Girl Scout workshops.

tips:

The website usually has a coupon available.

getting there:

The Planetarium is located in downtown Chapel Hill on Franklin Street. The building is on the north end of the campus of The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.