On Saturday, Sept. 21, 3:30-4:15 p.m. you can learn to find and identify the stars, constellations and planets best seen in this season. This is a great chance to explore astronomy as a family!
News Releases
Scare-olina Skies returns!
Sep 13 2013 - 8:00pm
A favorite Morehead tradition returns in October: "Scare-olina Skies," a Halloween-themed version of Morehead's classic "Carolina Skies" star show.
1Beat to perform at Morehead
Sep 10 2013 - 8:00pm
The show is on Friday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. in the GlaxoSmithKline Fulldome Theater. Admission is $7 for general admission and $6 for Morehead members. Click here for for more information.
1Beat brings musicians from around the world for a residency and tour program in the U.S.
Two skywatching sessions in September
Jul 11 2013 - 8:00pm
We've had to cancel some of our summer skywatching sessions because of stormy weather ... so we're making it up to you with TWO skywatching sessions in September!
On Saturday, Sept. 7, join us at Jordan Lake State Park, 8-10 p.m.
On Friday, Sept. 27, join us at Little River Regional Park, 8-10 p.m.
Both sessions are free, of course -- and weather permitting! Check Morehead's skywatching page for directions and more information.
Star Families: Greek Myths and Legends
Jun 25 2013 - 8:00pm
The ancient Greeks used legends to describe the constellations they saw. Now you can experience those constellations just as the ancient Greeks did!
In August, Morehead's Star Families program for children and their parents explores "Greek Legends and Myths" in the night sky. Registration is now open -- click on this paragraph for all the details!
Minds On! begins in Durham
Jun 19 2013 - 8:00pm
Morehead joins with Time Warner Cable to present a special program for Durham County children. This news release from Time Warner Cable provides the details.
Durham Area Summer Science ProgramEnlightens Students on the Wonders of Weather
Campers in Time Warner Cable’s Minds On! Summer Science Program explore hurricanes, tornadoes, thunderstorms and more
Free movie just for teens on Aug. 2
Jun 11 2013 - 8:00pm
It isn't uncommon to hear someone say, "The movie looks good, but I want to read the book before I see it." Sometimes, however, the science can be just as riveting.
Local teens can enjoy both the movie and the science during a free screening of "Jurassic Park," Steven Spielberg's 1993 blockbuster, on Friday, Aug. 2, 2013, at Morehead Planetarium and Science Center. During the movie's intermission, paleontologists will explain some of the science behind the movie.
What kind of programs should Morehead offer?
May 22 2013 - 8:00pm
Here's your opportunity to share your opinion with Morehead: What educational programs should we offer?
Please take five minutes to take this online survey about Morehead programs and let us know what you think! The survey is anonymous.
Thanks for helping us to make plans for Morehead's future!
Check out Morehead's summer schedule
May 21 2013 - 8:00pm
Escape the summer heat and sudden storms with a visit to Morehead Planetarium and Science Center. (Hint: For the most fun, bring your friends and family!)
Explore our planet's climate with "Dynamic Earth," an exciting new fulldome planetarium show that will take you deep under the oceans to learn how the Sun's energy affect air and water currents.
Registration's open for Middle School Science Club
May 5 2013 - 8:00pm
If you're a middle school student who loves science, Morehead's Middle School Science Club was invented just for you!
Register for this series of Saturday programs, and you'll enjoy a year full of exciting science, with hands-on activities, behind-the-scenes tours of research labs and other opportunities to explore your interests with new friends who love science just as much as you do.