Your Own Personal Tour of the Galaxy
Wouldn't you like your own personal tour of the galaxy? From our own solar system to the farthest reaches of the universe, visitors to the Kirkpatrick Planetarium can create their own adventure alongside our astronomy experts — no two live shows are exactly alike.
Utilizing the latest digital technology paired with direct links to NASA, we can take you where no one else can...
And bring this morning's scientific discoveries to you by lunchtime.
We're taking One Giant Leap toward a new planetarium.
Find out how you can be part of this exciting project!
Thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor, the Kirkpatrick Planetarium is now outfitted with state-of-the-art technology, giving you a planetarium experience unlike any you’ve seen before.
Shows are included with your general admission. Seating is available on a first-come,first-served basis. Please arrive early to secure your seat!
To prevent light pollution in the theater, doors close promptly at showtime and no late arrivals are admitted.
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"Journey Through the Cosmos"
Audience participation is a must for deep space travel! Come join us for our LIVE presentation as we look up into the night sky, cruise around the solar system, and maybe even see a galaxy far, far away. Choose your own adventure as we journey through the cosmos — no two trips are exactly the same! "Journey Through the Cosmos" is presented in Spanish at 3 p.m. on the first Sunday and last Saturday of each month.
"Viaje por el Cosmos" se presenta en Español a las 3 p.m. Se presentará el primer domingo y el último sábado de cada mes.
"Planetarium Spotlight"
Presenter's choice! Sit back as our planetarium educators showcase new content and a variety of specialized shows. Call on your sense of adventure and join us as we launch into the wonders of astronomy. This show may be a live presentation and discussion, pre-recorded footage, or a combination of both.
Earth is home to many diverse and beautiful ecosystems, powerful and dynamic weather, and millions of species of plants and animals. But how does it compare to our nearest cosmic neighbors? Has it always been this way, and will it stay this way forever? "Our Changing Earth" explores the changing climates found on Earth and other planets within our solar system, and takes a look into their past, present, and future as we compare them. Visit ancient and frozen riverbeds on Mars, experience the acidic rainstorms and intense heat on Venus, and breathe in the atmosphere of our own planet Earth.
Showtimes
Join us as we head for stars! Show availability depends on the museum's hours. The first showtime is always the first hour after opening and the last showtime is an hour before closing.
Monday*-Friday
10 a.m. - Two Small Pieces of Glass
11 a.m. - Journey Through the Cosmos
12 p.m. - Journey Through the Cosmos
1 p.m. - Forward to the Moon
2 p.m. - Journey Through the Cosmos
3 p.m. - Our Changing Earth
4 p.m. - Planetarium Spotlight
*The Kirkpatrick Planetarium is closed the first Monday of each month for routine maintenance. On days in which the scheduled maintenance is on a legal holiday, the planetarium will typically be closed Tuesday.
Saturday
10 a.m. - Two Small Pieces of Glass
11 a.m. - Journey Through the Cosmos
12 p.m. - Journey Through the Cosmos
1 p.m. - Forward to the Moon
2 p.m. - Journey Through the Cosmos
3 p.m. - Journey Through the Cosmos*
4 p.m. - Our Changing Earth
5 p.m. - Planetarium Spotlight
*"Journey Through the Cosmos" is presented in Spanish at 3 p.m. on the last Saturday of each month.
Sunday
12 p.m. - Two Small Pieces of Glass
1 p.m. - Journey Through the Cosmos
2 p.m. - Forward to the Moon
3 p.m. - Journey Through the Cosmos*
4 p.m. - Our Changing Earth
5 p.m. - Planetarium Spotlight
*"Journey Through the Cosmos" is presented in Spanish at 3 p.m. on the first Sunday of each month.
Kirkpatrick Planetarium en Español
Viaje Por El Cosmos
Únase a nosotros para "Viaje Por El Cosmos" en español a las 3 p.m. el primer Domingo y el último Sábado de cada mes.
¡La participación de la audiencia es importante para juntos poder viajar al espacio! Venga a unirse a nosotros para nuestra presentación en vivo mientras miramos hacia arriba en el cielo nocturno, navegamos alrededor del sistema solar, y tal vez incluso ver una galaxia muy, muy lejana. Elige tú propia aventura mientras viajamos por el cosmos: ¡No hay dos viajes exactamente iguales!
Interactive Virtual Planetarium Shows
Teachers, bring the universe into your classroom!
If you can't bring your students to the Kirkpatrick Planetarium, we'll bring the planetarium to your students! Using our state-of-the-art technology, we are now offering teachers an interactive virtual “Journey Through the Cosmos” planetarium show.
During this live presentation, we will look into the night sky as you and your class choose your own adventure and journey through the cosmos. We will also tailor your show to cover any specific topics or Academic Standards. No two trips will be exactly the same!
Our live, virtual shows are available on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 12-3 p.m. Each show will be 30 minutes long. Virtual planetarium shows are $30 and limited to 50 students. To participate in the interactive aspect of the show, both teachers and students must be logged into a YouTube account.
For more information, please email planet@sciencemuseumok.org or call 405-602-3705.