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Dassault Syst�mes Planetarium
See more than 9,000 stars, plus planets, galaxies
and even the harsh conditions of the planet Venus on a 50-foot wide, three-story
high dome in the Dassault Syst�mes Planetarium. Through advanced technology with
the Digistar� II projection system, visitors can discover the wonder
of nebulae, star clusters and the awesome power of a black hole. The 13,000-watt
Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound lets viewers experience a phenomenon like a
Supernova explosion in its full sound and fury.
Unlike traditional planetariums that have a "fixed" star
field, the Dassault Syst�mes Planetarium�s Digistar� technology
provides computer-generated images that have the ability to move in vibrant ways
with more than 40 different special effects projectors.
Teachers and their students also are invited to
experience the Planetarium by choosing from a wide variety of age appropriate
programs all based on the Michigan Curriculum Standards. Led by a planetarium
educational instructor, students can investigate the planets of our solar
system, the motions of the Sun, Moon and Earth and even delve into the
fascinating world of weather. Click here
for specific school shows. The sky is no longer the limit in the Dassault
Syst�mes Planetarium at the Detroit Science Center!
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 Saturday, May 10, 2008 � 10 a.m. � 6 p.m.
HELP US CELEBRATE
INTERNATIONAL ASTRONOMY DAY WITH THE BAD ASTRONOMER PHIL PLAIT!
Learn about astronomy myths and misconceptions
first-hand with the Bad Astronomer himself,
Phil Plait,
and at a special 1 p.m. general
 public presentation in the Dassault Syst�mes
Planetarium. Tickets are
$4
for
this
presentation or $5
for the presentation and planetarium program
� does not include general admission. Phil Plait also will be autographing his
popular book Bad Astronomy available for purchase in the Science Store.
Members can meet Phil at a special members-only presentation . To RSVP for
tickets to The Bad Astronomer evening event, call Reservations at 313.577.8400,
Option 5. Click
here
to download the event flyer.
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Skip Long Lines with Online Ticketing
Stop wasting time
in line when you can purchase advance tickets for IMAX� films, Planetarium
shows and traveling exhibits. Click on the logo to purchase tickets online! |
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 The
Greatest Wonders of the Universe This show will take audiences on an
incredible journey to explore the greatest wonders imaginable! Experience
the awesome spectacle of a total eclipse of the sun. Dive into the Valles
Marineris � the �Grand Canyon of Mars,� and experience the eruption of the
massive volcano of Io. Click
here for show schedule. |
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 Spring
Skies If
you�re wondering what�s up in the sky, this show is for you!
Spring Skies, our latest show in the Sky Tonight series, will lead you though
the sky usingour Digistar II star projector to explore the heavens. Along the
way, you�ll see the bright planet Jupiter, and investigate constellations such
as Ursa Major, Leo, Bootes, Virgo and many others. This outer space journey
also will transport you through the stars to visit the realm of the galaxies
with close-up views of the Whirlpool and Sombrero galaxies.Click
here for show schedule. |
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 The
Little Star That Could
(Only shows on select days)
Little Star, a small yellow star, is searching for planets of
his own to protect and keep warm. Along his journey, he meets many different
stars, each a wonderfully animated character, and learns what makes each star
special and much more!
Click
here for show schedule. |
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Detroit Clear Sky Clock
� Click
here
to discover if the sky will be clear for astronomical observing � Sponsored by
the Dassault Systems Planetarium at the Detroit Science Center! |
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News for Planetariums!
The Detroit Science Center produces some of its planetarium programs shown in
the Dassault Syst�mes Planetarium. Planetariums interested in
purchasing Blown Away: The Wild World of
Weather, our latest program,
can click here for more information.
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NOTE: While the content of all shows at The Detroit
Science Center is family oriented, some IMAX� Dome Theatre
films and Dassault Syst�mes Planetarium shows (with the exception of
The Sky Above Mister Rogers� Neighborhood, The Little Star That Could
and WSKY: Radio Station of the Stars) contain dramatic sounds and
images that may not be suitable for some children under 5 years of age or
those susceptible to motion sickness. Parents are encouraged to consider
this before purchasing tickets for their children. |
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