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In the United States, summer officially begins when the sun reaches its farthest point North. That usually happens on or around June 21. This year, summer will begin on... Read More…
Dorrance Planetarium Events
2009 is the International Year of Astronomy and the Dorrance Planetarium is currently planning monthly astronomy events!
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The New Dorrance Planetarium
With the re-opening of the new Dorrance Planetarium, we are proud to be the first science center in the WORLD to showcase a state-of-the-art NanoSeam dome! With this cutting-edge technology, visitors will be fully immersed in the imagery of the galaxy; transported on animated journeys through cells, Earth, space and time, as well as the astronomical marvels of our beautiful Arizona night skies.
Now Showing in the Dorrance Planetarium
 Starry Storytime - Our youngest visitors will enjoy this opportunity to find things in the sky while hearing stories about the stars and visiting planets along the way.
Showtimes: 11:00 a.m.
Arizona Skies- Come hear stories about the different constellations up this time of year, and discover the current night sky. This show concludes with a spin through the cosmos.
Showtimes: 11:45 a.m.
Grand Tour of the Planets
Voyage through our spectacular Solar System and visit each planet, comparing and contrasting their features. Visitors will gain a better understanding of the Earth's unique place in our Solar System.
Sponsored by 
Showtimes: 12:45 p.m.
Stars of the Pharaohs
Travel to ancient Egypt and discover how the Egyptians used the night sky to tell time. Identify the many Egyptian contributions to the modern science of astronomy and hear stories of past Pharaohs and how their relationship to the sky influenced their reign. Supported by the Dorrance Family Foundation. View trailer...
Showtimes: 1:30 & 3:30 p.m.
Cosmic Coasters
Take a thrill ride through the universe in Cosmic Coasters. Explore the laws of physics as you adventure through the ups and downs of roller coasters and similar effects in distant galaxies.
Sponsored by The Arizona Republic
Showtimes: 2:30 p.m.
check out some of the things you can see now at the dorrance planetarium!
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