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Dassault Systèmes Planetarium

Discover the universe in all its wonder in our Dassault Systèmes Planetarium, one of the finest digital planetarium projection systems in the world. Our shows put you inside the virtual
universe as you fly past more than 9,000 stars, plus planets, galaxies and more on a 50-foot wide, three-story high dome. Shows are led by a live presenter and are followed by Q&A sessions. Activity guides for each show are available.

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PLEASE NOTE: While the planetarium is included with museum admission, a ticket is required for seating. Tickets are available at the Visitor Services Desk.

 

General Shows

Black Holes

Click here to watch Black Holes trailer

What lurks in the Universe like a fiery cosmic dragon and can devour entire stars once in their grasp? Black Holes! Take a trek and discover what lies deep in the Universe and learn the answers to questions such as; What are they? How are they made? Is the Earth in danger of being pulled into one? in the Dassault Systèmes Planetarium’s newest show. Black Holes incorporates some of the most visually stunning 3-D effects.

 

What’s Up? Your Guide to the Night Sky (Ongoing)

What's Up? Your Guide to the Night Sky features the constellations, stars and planets in the current season along with the latest news on astronomy and space.

The Secret of the Cardboard Rocket (Ongoing)

Soar beyond the Universe in The Secret of the Cardboard Rocket. Follow two young adventurers as they turn an old cardboard box into a rocket! Watch their vivid imaginations take them on an awesome journey to the most amazing places in the Solar System.

 


Teacher Guides

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. For IMAX, Planetarium, Pre-K and Exhibit guides click here.

 

Planetarium Showkits

Planetarium Showkits
- The Detroit Science Center has produced the Traditional and Full Dome
Showkit available for planetariums to purchase.

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. The sky is no longer the limit in the Dassault Systèmes Planetarium at the Detroit Science Center!

Show Schedules

NOVEMBER DECEMBER

 

Ticket Prices

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! Call the Detroit Science Center during regular business hours to purchase advance tickets by calling 313.577.8400 , Option 5.

 

GENERAL PUBLIC / MEMBER PRICING

Adult
(13 and over)
  $13.95
Senior
(60 and over)
  $11.95
Child
(12 and under)
  $11.95
DSC Member
$4.00
Premium Member
FREE


GROUP PRICING


 

 

School Groups
Adult Groups
Tiny Tots
$5
N/A
Explorer
$6
$6.95
Explorer + Theaters
$10
$11.95