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Featured Experiences

Planetarium Show

Carolina Skies

Journey through the Carolina night sky during this live narrated planetarium show.

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Morehead In Motion: Earth & Beyond

Students explore astronomy and earth science in this new mobile lab program that now includes our mobile planetarium.

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Planetarium Show

Mysteries of Your Brain

Go on an animated adventure to explore the human brain in this Morehead original production.

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Virtual STEMville

Students explore STEM concepts through engaging virtual workshops with Morehead educators and NC scientists.

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For Educators

Committed to Education

The Morehead mission is educating and inspiring the next generation of scientists, continuing to be a resource for innovation and exploration. Join us on our journey.

Every April the North Carolina Science Festival hosts a state-wide, month-long celebration of science that includes hundreds of hands-on activities, science talks, lab tours, nature experiences, expos, exhibits and more.

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