The planetarium dome is available, by reservation, for groups from 50-180. Groups from 20-50 can reserve seats at one of our weekend public planetarium shows or during one of our scheduled weekday school shows.

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PLAN YOUR VISIT
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1. Plan Your Trip

• Group Programs are offered Monday through Thursday evening, Friday afternoon, Saturday morning and all day Sunday.
  
• Admission is $4.00 per person (per program) which includes chaperones. A minimum of 50 paid admissions are required for a booking.
• Smaller groups may attend our weekend public or weekday school shows. A single "Group Leader" should be designated to coordinate all aspects of the visit.
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2. Request A Reservation

• A reservation request form is available on this site to allow you to make the reservation at your convenience.You will receive a reservation confirmation within 72 hours from our ticket office.
• Catering is available for group functions. Events requiring catering are held in the Rotunda (adjacent to the lobby) with a maximum seated capacity of 80 adults. Food and drinks are not allowed into the theater.
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3. Finalize Your Planning

• The Planetarium seating is 180 and is wheel chair accessible.
• A gift shop is available in the lobby and can be open upon request to allow patrons to purchase astronomy related items.
• Fees are due at the time of the program unless other arrangements have been approved in advance.
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4. Enjoy Your Visit

• Please arrive at the Planetarium at least 20 minutes before the start of program.
• Planetarium parking is limited during school hours, so if your group will be driving, please make arrangements with the Visitor Services Coordinator.
• Our Visitor Coordinator and/or Planetarium Program Assistant will give a brief introduction to your show in the planetarium lobby.
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Our Visitor Coordinator and/or Planetarium Program Assistant will give a brief introduction to your show in the planetarium lobby.