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UNC Science Expo
Morehead Planetarium and Science Center 250 E Franklin St, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United StatesJoin us for one of the biggest celebrations of science in the state. Check out more than 100 hands-on activities and science demonstrations lead by STEM students, researchers, and practitioners from across UNC.
Free
Science for All Summit
Friday Conference Center 100 Friday Center Dr, Chapel Hill, NC, United StatesOn April 5-6, 2023, Morehead Planetarium and Science Center will host the inaugural Science for All Summit at the Friday Conference Center in Chapel Hill, NC. The Summit is a community convening to advance inclusion, diversity, equity, and access (IDEA) in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The theme of this year’s Summit is From IDEA Read more...
$75 – $295
Science for All Summit
Friday Conference Center 100 Friday Center Dr, Chapel Hill, NC, United StatesOn April 5-6, 2023, Morehead Planetarium and Science Center will host the inaugural Science for All Summit at the Friday Conference Center in Chapel Hill, NC. The Summit is a community convening to advance inclusion, diversity, equity, and access (IDEA) in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The theme of this year’s Summit is From IDEA Read more...
$75 – $295
Symphony Under The Stars
GSK Fulldome TheaterSkywatching: Views from The Durham
The Durham Hotel 315 E. Chapel Hill St, Durham, North Carolina, United StatesJoin us on the roof of The Durham Hotel for a series of telescopic stargazing nights. Stop by for guided constellation tours and educational activities, all while enjoying music from DJ Mic Check. Music begins at 8:00 pm and stargazing begins at 9:00 pm. This skywatching event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome.
Skywatching: Views from The Durham
The Durham Hotel 315 E. Chapel Hill St, Durham, North Carolina, United StatesJoin us on the roof of The Durham Hotel for a series of telescopic stargazing nights. Stop by for guided constellation tours and educational activities, all while enjoying music from DJ Mic Check. Music begins at 8:00 pm and stargazing begins at 9:00 pm. This skywatching event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome.
Skywatching: Views from The Durham
The Durham Hotel 315 E. Chapel Hill St, Durham, North Carolina, United StatesJoin us on the roof of The Durham Hotel for a series of telescopic stargazing nights. Stop by for guided constellation tours and educational activities, all while enjoying music from DJ Mic Check. Music begins at 8:00 pm and stargazing begins at 9:00 pm. This skywatching event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome.
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[CANCELED] Skywatching: Views from The Durham
The Durham Hotel 315 E. Chapel Hill St, Durham, North Carolina, United StatesThis event has been canceled due to weather. Join us on the roof of The Durham Hotel for a series of telescopic stargazing nights. Stop by for guided constellation tours and educational activities, all while enjoying music from DJ Mic Check. Music begins at 8:00 pm and stargazing begins at 9:00 pm. This skywatching event is free and open to the Read more...
Skywatching: Views from The Durham
The Durham Hotel 315 E. Chapel Hill St, Durham, North Carolina, United StatesJoin us on the roof of The Durham Hotel for a series of telescopic stargazing nights. Stop by for guided constellation tours and educational activities, all while enjoying music from DJ Mic Check. Music begins at 8:00 pm and stargazing begins at 9:00 pm. This skywatching event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome.
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Skywatching: Views from The Durham
The Durham Hotel 315 E. Chapel Hill St, Durham, North Carolina, United StatesJoin us on the roof of The Durham Hotel for a series of telescopic stargazing nights. Stop by for guided constellation tours and educational activities, all while enjoying music from DJ Mic Check. Music begins at 6:30 pm and stargazing begins at 7:30 pm. This skywatching event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome.
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Total Eclipse: An Astronomer’s Call to Worship
Chapel Hill Public Library 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United StatesPrepare for April eclipse awe -- scientific, historical, and spiritual -- with Morehead, Carolina Public Humanities, and the Library on March 23rd.
Free
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Solar Eclipse Party
Morehead Planetarium and Science Center 250 E Franklin St, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United StatesJoin Morehead as we celebrate the solar eclipse with activities, solar observing, and a special edition of Carolina Skies.
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Apollo Remastered: A High Definition Presentation by Andy Saunders
Morehead Planetarium and Science Center 250 E Franklin St, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United StatesJoin us for an unforgettable evening as imaging specialist Andy Saunders takes us on a journey through the Apollo missions using his meticulously remastered photographs.
$10.00
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Science for All: A Sensory-Friendly Science Night
Morehead Planetarium and Science Center 250 E Franklin St, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United StatesJoin Us at Science for All: A Sensory-Friendly Science Night! Experience the wonders of science in a sensory-friendly environment! On Saturday, November 23, Morehead Planetarium and Science Center will host a special event featuring interactive activities, engaging fulldome theater shows, captivating exhibits, and dynamic science performances. With changes made to fit various sensory sensitivities, this Read more...
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Skywatching at Little River Regional Park
Little River Regional Park 301 Little River Park Way, Rougemont, North Carolina, United StatesJoin us for a free skywatching opportunity at Little River Regional Park!
Free