Morehead Planetarium and Science Center

Name: Sensory-Friendly Science Night at the Planetarium
Start: 2026-09-18T18:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-09-18T20:00:00-04:00
Location: Morehead Planetarium and Science Center

250 E Franklin St.
Chapel Hill, 27514 Get Directions

9199621236

https://moreheadplanetarium.org/

Events at this venue

August 2026
Carolina Skies: Lunar Eclipse

August 27 @ 9:30 pm - August 28 @ 12:30 am

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center 250 E Franklin St., Chapel Hill

On Thursday, Aug. 27, celebrate the lunar eclipse with a special edition of Carolina Skies, Morehead Planetarium's classic, live star show! Under the climate-controlled, always-clear planetarium sky, simulate the eclipse, tour the North Carolina night sky and take a spectacular journey through the universe. If the weather permits, join after the show for eclipse observing […]
Saturday Science Sparks: Warmer Climates with UNC’s Data-Driven EnviroLab

August 29 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center 250 E Franklin St., Chapel Hill

The heat is on … and the science is cool! Scientists are building tools to help people and the planet deal with hotter days. In Morehead Planetarium’s upcoming Saturday Science Sparks session, members of UNC’s Data-Driven EnviroLab (DDL) will lead a hands-on experience around the challenge of a warmer climate. Guests can meet members of […]
September 2026
Sensory-Friendly Science Night at the Planetarium

September 18 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center 250 E Franklin St., Chapel Hill

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center will host a special evening of science in a sensory-friendly environment Friday, Sept. 18, with adjustments made to accommodate various sensory sensitivities. The event is open to all ages and offers an opportunity to: Watch the animated adventure Magic Tree House® Space Mission Attend a Science LIVE! show featuring fun […]