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| Calling all Hobbits, Middle-Earthlings, and Humans who Like Astronomy!
Longway Planetarium presents a very special June 9 Cultural Astronomy, inspired by the famous J.R.R. Tolkien Lord of the Rings epic fantasy novels.
"A Elbereth Gilthoniel: An Astronomical Journey Through Middle-Earth," will be presented by Planetarium Manager Patrick Ross as the final installment of the Cultural Astronomy lecture series. Ross will dive into the rich astronomical lore found in J.R.R. Tolkien's world of Middle Earth. References about the sky found in the Lord of the Rings trilogy, The Hobbit, and The Silmarillion will be examined to see how this famous author tied typical astronomical stories, such as the creation of the Sun and Moon, to his world in a stroke of masterful worldbuilding.
Longway Planetarium is located at 1310 E. Kearsley St., Flint, MI, inside the beautiful Flint Cultural Center campus. |
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Check out all the Happenings at Longway Planetarium below!
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| June 2023 Planetarium Show Schedule & Events |
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Cultural Astronomy: "A Elbereth Gilthoniel: An Astronomical Journey Through Middle Earth"
a special Lord of the Rings inspired show, presented by Planetarium Manager, Patrick Ross
(Live format)
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Dinosaurs of Antarctica
Premiering June 10!
Tues-Sun, 4 p.m.
Fri/Sat/Sun, 7 p.m.
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| Accidental Astronauts (animated, recommended for ages 3-8) Sat/Sun, Noon-12:45 p.m.
effective June 20: Tuesday-Sunday, Noon-12:45 p.m. |
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| Space Academy: Aurorae (new) (live format astronomy show; for 3rd grade comprehension and older) Learn about the Northern and Southern lights and the Sun's role in creating these fascinating arrays of color, their presence on different planets in our solar system, and the best times and places to view them.
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| Skies Over Michigan (live format astronomy show) |
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Secrets of the Universe (full-dome show)
through June 9: Tues-Sun, 4-4:45 p.m.; Thurs-Sat, 7-7:45 p.m.
effective June 10: Sat/Sun 2 p.m.
effective June 20: Tues-Sun 2 p.m.
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Dark Side: The Light Show (musical format with a light show based on music from Pink Floyd) Thurs-Sat, 8-8:45 p.m.
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Sensory-friendly show: Serengeti Sat., June 10, 11 a.m.
(doors open 10:30 a.m.) |
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Books and Stars Book Club at Longway Planetarium
Thurs., June 22, 2023, 6-8 p.m.
Featured book for discussion: The Complete Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Egypt,
by Richard H. Wilkinson
Longway Planetarium, 1310 E. Kearsley St., Flint, MI 484503
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Summer Hands-on Science Camps & Workshops Start June 26!
Keep your kids learning and active all summer long with engaging hands-on science and social studies experiences. Choose from over 40 camps and workshops for preschool, elementary, middle school, and high school kids, presented by Longway Planetarium and Sloan Museum educators.
Learn more and register at SloanLongway.org/Summer
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Planetarium Ticket Prices*:
Tickets can be reserved online, in-person, or over the phone at 810-237-3400.
Adults (12-59): $8 | Seniors 60+: $6 | Children ages 2-11: $6
Children under 2: Free
*50% off for Genesee County Residents (please show ID at Guest Services)
Make it a full day of discovery! Add a visit to Sloan Museum of Discovery across the street! Combo-tickets are a great option for our out-of-county guests who want to visit both the Longway Planetarium and Sloan Museum of Discovery on the same day. Get Combo-tickets here or in person at the Guest Services desk and save! (Did you know that Members, school teachers, active military members and their families, and military veterans all receive FREE general admission every day! Learn about all the discounts at SloanLongway.org/discounts) |
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| Shop our online gift shop for unique and special gifts for the history or science fan in your life! |
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| Our Mission: We engage communities on a learning journey in history and science. |
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Sloan Museum of Discvovery and Longway Planetarium are funded in part by the Genesee County Arts Education and Cultural Enrichment Millage. Your tax dollars are at work.
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| Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St., Flint, MI 48503 Sloan Museum of Discovery 1221 E. Kearsley St., Flint, MI 48503 |
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