Parking Lot Update

Until further notice, weekday visitors must pay using ParkMobile (Zone Code 4468) or the Pay Station near our iguana. For more info, go to our Plan A Visit page.

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!

Career Stories: Celebrating Women Leaders in STEM

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

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center is delighted to host Katie Mack, PhD, and STEM leaders Joan D. Barber, PhD, Christina Hammock Koch, and Christy L. Shaffer, PhD, for a celebration of women in STEM as part of the 2022 North Carolina Science Festival. Katie Mack, PhD, will deliver a keynote address describing her career story, then join guest panelists for a Read more...

Skywatching: Statewide Star Party at Chapel Hill Public Library

Chapel Hill Public Library 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States

Are you stoked about stars? Mystified by the moon? Would you like to get better acquainted with a telescope?  If your answer is "yes", then join us for the tenth annual Statewide Star Party!  Chapel Hill Public Library will once again host an in-person Star Party on Friday, April 8, 2022, from 4-7 p.m.  We will Read more...

We Are Stars

GSK Fulldome Theater

We Are Stars

GSK Fulldome Theater

We Are Stars

GSK Fulldome Theater

Skywatching: Views from The Durham

The Durham Hotel 315 E. Chapel Hill St, Durham, North Carolina, United States

Join us on the roof of The Durham Hotel for a series of telescopic stargazing nights. Stop by for guided constellation tours, educational activities, all while enjoying music from DJ Mic Check. This event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome. Mark your calendars for future dates: June 13July 11August 8September 12