Children's Shows

Zubenelgenubi's Magical Sky

The Staerkel Planetarium's program for young skywatchers features Zubenelgenubi and his friends Tracy, Hydro, plus the Sun and Moon. Characters come alive as the daytime and nighttime sky are explored. Kids, bring your parents and have some fun!

Follow the Drinking Gourd

Journey with us back to pre-Civil War times and learn the song sung by fleeing slaves as they ventured north in search of freedom. You, too, will be able to find “the drinking gourd” and find your directions in the night sky.

Santa's Secret Star

What? Santa has lost his compass and can't find his way home? Sounds like a disaster in the making! Can the stars help? Learn about the day and night sky and how the stars seem to make pictures in the sky in our newest holiday show for young stargazers. Learn how YOU, too, can find Santa's secret star!