MoWest offers glimpse into the solar system with upcoming planetarium show
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- Stargazers and astronomy enthusiasts of St. Joseph will want to mark their calendars next week.
The Bushman Planetarium at Missouri Western State University is set to host a dual-showcase of "Nine Planets and Counting" and "Journey to the Stars" starting at 7 p.m. next Friday, Nov. 14.
Participants will take part in an immersive tour exploring the variety of objects that populate the solar system, including an in-depth look at a wide-range of planets, from rocky worlds to gas giants.
The planetarium features a Digistar 4 projection system and a dome that is tilted slightly for easier viewing. The event will feature images captured by telescopes on Earth and in space, combined with never-before-seen images of physics-based simulations.
Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for children age 13 and under, students, employees, military, and senior citizens age 60 and up.
Planetarium tickets must be purchased in advance, either online at missouriwestern.edu/planetarium or in person between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Anyone seeking additional information is encouraged to call 816-271-4288 or email planetarium@missouriwestern.edu.
