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Science For All

Morehead Planetarium & Science Center’s diverse programs offer something for everyone – from school groups to adults and families – both on-site and in your community.

Morehead In Motion: Earth & Beyond

Grades K-12

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

Virtual STEMville

Grades K-12

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

Morehead in Motion: Lab to Life

Grades 6-12

Students can explore chemistry and biology-focused labs that show them what scientists do in their jobs.

Our Physical World

Grades K-8 (also suitable for grades 9-12)

Request a hands-on science lesson, designed for indoor and outdoor spaces. Formerly GSK Science On Your Street.

Mobile Planetarium

Grades K-12

Request a visit from Morehead's state-of-the-art mobile planetarium, now a part of Morehead in Motion: Earth & Beyond.

Special Initiatives & Programs

All Ages

Learn more about our special programs to support high-quality science education across the state.

Scout Programs

Special Program for Scouts

Helping Scouts complete their goals and other related badgework requirements.

STEMville Science Symposium

Grades 4-7

STEM conference designed just for kids where they hear from a keynote and attend breakout sessions.

UNC Science Expo

All Ages

More than 100 exhibitors host interactive table-top activities and workshops on Cameron Ave. at UNC Chapel Hill.

Summer Science Camps

Grades K-8

Encourage your child's curiosity and intellectual growth in a fun, nurturing environment.

Science LIVE!

All Ages

Live science demonstrations on the Science Stage.

Star Families

Ages 7-12

Explore astronomy themes as a family.

LEGO-palooza

All Ages

Join the LEGO madness at LEGO-palooza, hosted by Morehead Planetarium & Science Center and the NC LEGO Users Group.

Starry Nights

For Teens and Adults

Explore the night sky under the planetarium dome! For adults and teens.

Skywatching

For Teens and Adults

Take a guided tour of the night sky with one of our free monthly skywatching sessions.

Yoga Under the Stars

For Teens and Adults

Practice yoga inside of our fulldome theater with a local certified instructor.

Teen Science Cafe

For Ages 13-18

Explore current science topics with your peers in a fun and inclusive environment!

Afterschool

Grades K-5

Your child can enjoy afternoons at Morehead, participating in our exciting, hands-on afterschool program.

Discovery Classes

Grades 3-7

Add an exciting dimension to any school visit with a hands-on, minds-on Discovery Class.

Carolina Science Cafe

For Adults

Join us on the first Wednesday of every month for Carolina Science Cafe.

Sunday	1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Monday - Thursday	Closed
Friday	1:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Saturday	10:00 am - 6:00 pm