Kutztown University Planetarium
The Planetarium is currently under construction with the installation of a new high-resolution projection and lighting system! --- The Kutztown University Planetarium is located on the ground floor of the Grim Science Building and is labeled Room 100. The planetarium is used for introductory astronomy projects and for the university's Astronomy Outreach Program. The KU Planetarium features a full-dome digital projection system with surround sound and a full-color laser projection system.
Public shows
Stay tuned for a new series of public planetarium shows and laser light shows later in the Fall 2024 semester. The schedule is pending the completion of the new high-resolution projection system and lighting renovations.
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Fall 2024 Public Planetarium Show Schedule
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The Ursa Minor Report
The Ursa Minor Report is the newsletter of the KU Planetarium and the C. R. Chambliss Astronomical Observatory at KU.
The current issue is available here: Volume 6 Issue 1 (Spring 2024 - Eclipse Edition)
Private Group Planetarium Shows
In addition to Public Planetarium Shows and Special Events, local school groups and scouting troops frequently take field trips to the KU Planetarium.
Please use this form to request a special planetarium show for your group (schools, scouting troops, and other community groups).
All shows are followed by a question & answer period with KU's astrophysicist and planetarium director Dr. Phill Reed.
Directions to the Planetarium
The Kutztown University Planetarium is located on the ground floor of the Grim Science Building in Room 100. The planetarium is used for introductory astronomy classes and projects, and for the university's Astronomy Outreach Program. The KU Planetarium features a full-dome digital projection system with surround sound and a full-color laser projection system.