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From Gates to Greats: Rural Science Education Engagement with the Saunders Science Scholars Program

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center Science Stage 250 E Franklin St, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States

This presentation will highlight a collaborative rural community partnership featuring Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, Gates County Schools, and local non-profit Gates County Community Partnership. Discussion will include how these partners implemented a community-wide collaborative effort that resulted in academic achievements for the students and increased family science engagement in a rural community. Attend virtually Read more...

We Are Stars

GSK Fulldome Theater

Solar Viewing at the Morehead Sundial

Morehead Planetarium Sundial 220 E Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States

Safely view our star, the Sun, with NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassadors and Raleigh Astronomy Club members Mike Keefe and Doug Lively, along with Morehead staff. Drop by the Morehead Sundial anytime between 2 and 4 pm on Sunday, April 3. This event is weather permitting. Free and open to all - no registration required. This program is part of Read more...

Teen Science Cafe | Bite Into Geology

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center Science Stage 250 E Franklin St, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States

When people hear “geology” they usually think “rocks.” This talk will explain that the study of geology extends beyond just rocks- into rivers, soils, and even teeth!