Audio Universe: Tour of the Solar System (Gr. 1 - 6)

Experience the Solar System like never before - by traveling on a spacecraft that can turn the objects in space into sound!

Be transported inside a special spacecraft that takes you to the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope (VLT) to view the stars in the night sky, before lifting off into space to visit the Earth, Moon, Sun, and all the planets of the Solar System.

Unlike traditional planetarium shows, the soundtrack takes the lead role. Each of the objects in space is represented with sounds as well as being presented with incredible visuals. The audience listens to the stars appear and hears the planets orbit around their heads. This means that this show is an immersive experience that can be enjoyed irrespective of their level of vision.

Secret of the Cardboard Rocket (Gr. 2 - 5). 

Two children build a rocket ship out of a large cardboard box and find that they can actually travel out to the planets. Moreover, the astronomy book they took out of the library talks to them, teaching them about the planets. After several adventures, they return to Earth with a new sense of wonder about our solar system. Download the Educator Guide. 

Perfect Little Planet (Gr. 3 - 6) 

Imagine the ultimate space vacation! What if you could travel the galaxy to find that ideal place? Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes – a family from another star system seeking the perfect vacation spot. Fly over the surface of Pluto, our best-known Dwarf Planet. Dive over the ice cliffs of Miranda. Sail through the rings of Saturn. Feel the lightning storms at Jupiter. And walk on the surface of Mars. Which destination would you choose? This is the solar system journey for space travelers of all ages. Download the Educator Guide and Vocabulary List.

From Earth to the Universe  (Gr. 5 - adult) (Also available in Spanish)

The night sky, both beautiful and mysterious, has been the subject of campfire stories, ancient myths, and awe for as long as there have been people. A desire to comprehend the universe may well be humanity’s oldest shared intellectual experience. Yet only recently have we truly begun to grasp our place in the vast cosmos. To learn about this journey of celestial discovery, from the theories of the ancient Greek astronomers to today’s grandest telescopes, we invite you to experience From the Earth to the Universe. 

Moons: Worlds of Mystery (Gr. 5 - adult)

Immerse yourself in the incredible diversity of moons and their crucial roles in shaping our solar system. Follow in the footsteps of astronauts to our silvery Moon, the venture beyond to unfamiliar and exotic worlds. Journey to the outer planets and their moons, returning home with newfound wonder about the dynamic and intricate solar system in which we all live. Download the Educator Guide.

Oasis in Space (Gr. 5 - adult)

Go on a startling and beautiful voyage through our universe, galaxy, and solar system, searching for water and water worlds like Earth. We begin by exploring Earth, with its vast oceans and plentiful water that makes life possible. One by one, we fly to the other planets and moons, discovering their characteristics, such as atmosphere, temperature, and composition. Spectacular images invite audiences to draw their own conclusions about the other worlds in our solar system and beyond: is there water out there? Is there life beyond Earth? Download the Educator Guide.