Monday, November 23, 2009

Today's Events
2:30 pmSecret of the Cardboard Rocket
Join two children on a magical journey through the Solar System, aided by a talking astronomy book, a cardboard rocket, and a vivid imagination. During this imaginative show, audiences will land on Venus, fly through the rings of Saturn, and discover the secrets of the Solar System.
5:30 pmSeven Wonders
Turn back the pages of time and witness the ancient wonders of the world as they have not been seen for thousands of years. We will investigate the theories of how these wonders were created and get a glimpse of some of the universe's greatest wonders.

Field Trip Scheduler

To schedule your field trip to The Planetarium for your school or organization, please fill out and submit the form below.

Provide as much information as you can. If possible, provide a first and second choice for date and time.

You may indicate topics that you would or would not like discussed during the "sky talk" part of the program.

You will be contacted either by phone or e-mail within 2 business days with a confirmation of your request. If you have any questions, please contact us at 817-272-0183 or planetarium@uta.edu.


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Show Information

Choose one or more shows for your group

 

See what it takes to become an Astronaut and the effect space has on the human body.

 

Bad Astronomy will interest both new and experienced astronomers of all ages as it examines bad science wherever it can be found.

 

Take the ultimate journey in space and time! Learn how mammoth stars make a black hole and help figure out where they might lead.

 

Learn about the techniques used to find Earth like planets around other stars and the possibility of life.

 

Join scientists who are investigating the boundary between our Solar System and the rest of our galaxy in IBEX: Search for the Edge of the Solar System.

 

See the effect of ice in our own ecosystem, and travel to distant worlds to see how ice shapes the landscape and natural systems there.

 

At the Center of Miniaturized Medicine in the year 2053, you'll shrink down to the size of a microbe and get injected into a patient who is suffering an infection from a mysterious virus.

 

If you are looking for a wild ride and thrill a minute entertainment, this show is for you. Stunning visuals are synchronized to the rhythm of some of your favorite classic rock songs.

 

The Planetarium has become a gateway to a far-out dimension with the addition of this revolutionary light show. Space scenes and bright organic patterns evoke the trippy heydey of the laser light show, while the auditorium resounds with the power chords of the Rolling Stones and Hendrix, and is topped off with the lunacy of a Monty Python song.

 

Your rock, your choice.

 

Discover winter solstice traditions of the Celtic, Nordic, Irish, Mexican, Hopi, Christian, and Jewish. Learn some astronomical possibilities for the Christmas Star.

 

Join two children on a magical journey through the Solar System, aided by a talking astronomy book, a cardboard rocket, and a vivid imagination.

 

Turn back the pages of time and witness the ancient wonders of the world as they have not been seen for thousands of years.

 

Experience ghostly nebulae, vampiric black holes, and witchly variable stars in this Halloween show.

 

Learn about the Earth's motions, constellations and the significance of the zodiac in this fun, educational show.

 

A great show with a little bit of everything--planets, stars, and galaxies!

 

Travel to ancient Egypt to see how science was used to tell time, make a workable calendar, and align huge buildings.

 

Find out what is visible in the night sky tonight, in the historic Roundhouse Planetarium.

 

Experience TimeSpace, a new show that turns the UT Arlington's Planetarium into a time machine!

 

Follow two students as they interact with an astronomer at a local star party. Along the way the students learn how telescopes work, the history of telescopes, and major discoveries made by these instruments.

 

Take a flight on the Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA) and discover the secrets of our unseen universe.

Scheduling Information

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Additional Information

You may indicate topics that you would or would not like discussed during the "sky talk" part of the program.

 
 
 
Optional Science Magic Show

The UT Arlington Science Ambassadors are a group of advanced undergraduate science majors who present free science shows to school groups (grades 3-12) visiting the UT Arlington Campus. The typical show lasts around 45 minutes and has 10-12 science demonstrations. These include activities such as:

  • Dissolving Styrofoam cups
  • Inflating a balloon on beaker using dry ice
  • Making elephant toothpaste
  • Burning money (apparently)
  • Using liquid nitrogen to deflate balloons
  • Freezing and shattering flowers

The program is administered by Dr. Carrie Baum. If you are interested in scheduling the science ambassadors before or after your planetarium show, please e-mail Dr. Baum at cbaum@uta.edu or call 817-272-3692.

To learn more, view the Science Ambassadors Web site.

This information will be repeated in your confirmation e-mail.

 
Planetarium

The University of Texas at Arlington

The Planetarium at UT Arlington · Chemistry Physics Building · 700 Planetarium Place · Box 19059 · Arlington, TX 76019-0059

Phone: 817-272-1183 · Fax: 817-272-1184 · Pre-recorded Show Line: 817-272-0123 · E-mail: planetarium@uta.edu

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