Touring the Solar System
About Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium
Located right on the University of Arizona campus, this center has served as a staple for generations of locals and alumni. It functions as a key educational landmark for the community to explore scientific wonders.story_potoo
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View all eventsDiscover the secrets of our Sun—our closest star and the engine of life on Earth. With stunning fulldome visuals and powerful storytelling, this immersive show reveals the Sun’s turbulent surface and timeless influence on our world.
Messengers of Time and Space takes you on a thrilling journey through the dynamic universe. Discover how cutting-edge observatories like Gemini and Rubin capture real-time cosmic events—from exploding stars to mysterious cosmic rays—with stunning visuals and stories.
Take a guided journey through the Solar System and explore what makes each planet unique—from Jupiter’s giant storms to Saturn’s rings. We’ll also visit moons, asteroids, and the Milky Way on this cosmic adventure.