Star Theater Public Show - When Venus Transits the Sun

About the show: "When Venus Transits the Sun"

This feature looks into the rare and magnificent celestial apparition called a Venus transit. The show covers what transit is, a famous transit viewing from the 18th century led by Captain Cook, and exciting information about the sun and Venus.

Duration: 27 minutes

Includes full-dome planetarium movie and live tour of the night sky. Fees are payable by cash or check upon arrival; no reservations are required.

STAR THEATER

The Space Science Center's Star Theater at Morehead State University is a state-of-the-art digital planetarium serving the surrounding area of Eastern Kentucky. The planetarium offers public shows on second and fourth Saturdays throughout the year on a first-come, first-served basis; reservations do not need to be made in advance. Tickets may be purchased with cash or a check at the door. We cannot take credit cards. Typically, a planetarium show includes a special feature from our extensive program library as well as a tour of the night sky. We offer laser shows on Saturdays throughout the year.

The Star Theater is available during the week and evenings for school and community groups; make your reservation today!
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