Planetarium Shows

Mueller Planetarium enters a new era with Fulldome Digital Shows. Experience immersive high-tech adventures in a true 360 degree projected computer generated virtual environment in our 80-seat domed theater.

Groups who want to learn about the current sky may choose to begin their educational presentation with a live "Startalk". Scroll down for shows.

Please contact us early - some shows fill up months in advance. Our staff is often presenting programs and not available to answer the phone. Please leave a detailed message with the time we could reach you or contact us by email. We will respond to your inquiry within 24 hours.

Fees: Advance Reservation Only

Adults (19 and over) $6.00 per adult

Children (18 and under) $4.00 per child

Minimum $35.00

One adult (Teacher) per planetarium show receives free admission.

Payment Method:

Please have one person pay for your group with cash, check, credit card or a combination of these options. We can also invoice your school.

* The Planetarium is closed on Mondays *

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A Planet For Goldilocks View the trailer Run time: 35 min., Grades 7 & up One of the exciting areas of Astronomcial research involves the discovery of Extra Solar Planets. To date over 700 have been discovered orbiting stars other than the Sun in our Milky Way. Astronomers are enthusiastic to pursue information about these planets in the search for a planet that is "Just Right". Nebraska Science Standards Inquiry, Nature of Science, and Technology Life Science Earth/Space Sciences Grades 6-8 2. Nature of Science 8.1.2 3. Flow of Matter and Energy in Ecosystems 8.3.3 - Grades 9-12 - 3. Flow of Matter and Energy in Ecosystems 12.3.3 1. Earth in Space 12.4.1

Black Holes View the trailer Run time: 35 min., Grades 6 & up Explore these strange and exotic places in the universe. See in an immersive adventure what it would be like to fall into a black hole. And travel to the centers of galaxies where huge Black Holes, shape their future. Nebraska Science Standards Inquiry, Nature of Science, and Technology Earth/Space Sciences Grades 6-8 2. Nature of Science 8.1.2 - Grades 9-12 2. Nature of Science 12.1.2 1. Earth in Space 12.4.1

Dawn of the Space Age View the trailer Run time: 45 min., Grades 5 & up Re-live the excitement of the early days of space exploration, from the launch of the first artificial satellite Sputnik, to the lunar landings and privately operated space flights. Ride the Space Shuttle to the International Space Station and experience future Mars exploration. Nebraska Science Standards Inquiry, Nature of Science, and Technology Earth/Space Sciences Grades 6-8 2. Nature of Science 8.1.2 1. Earth in Space 8.4.1 Grades 9-12 2. Nature of Science 12.1.2 1. Earth in Space 12.4.1

Earth, Moon & Sun View the trailer Run time: 35 min., Grades 2-4 Explore lunar phases, eclipses and other puzzling concepts in the universe with Coyote as he tries to sort out his misconceptions about the sky. How do the Earth, Moon and Sun work together as a system? Why does the Sun rise and set? Nebraska Science Standards Earth/Space Sciences Grades K-2 1. Earth in Space 2.4.1 Grades 3-5 1. Earth in Space 5.4.1

The Little Star That Could View the trailer K-2 Teacher's Guide, 3-6 Teacher's Guide Run time: 40 min., Grades K-4 Little Star, an average yellow star, journeys in search for planets of his own to protect and warm. Along the way, he meets other stars and learns what makes each star and planet special. One of the most popular planetarium shows makes now a fulldome digital experience! Nebraska Science Standards Earth/Space Sciences Grades K-2 1. Earth in Space 2.4.1

Natural Selection View the trailer Run time: 41 min., Grades 6 & up Join the young Charles Darwin on an adventurous voyage of exploration circumnavigating the World with the HMS Beagle. Nebraska Science Standards Inquiry, Nature of Science, and Technology Life Science Grades K-2 2. Nature of Science 5.1.2 - - Grades 6-8 2. Nature of Science 8.1.2 2. Heredity 8.3.2 - Grades 9-12 2. Nature of Science 12.1.2 2. Heredity 12.3.2 4. Biodiversity 12.3.4

Origins of Life View the trailer Run time: 30 min., Grades 5 & up Earth's natural history from the Big Bang through planet-building; watch the evolution of life as gigantic forces from space rock our world. Nebraska Science Standards Life Science Earth/Space Sciences Grades 6-8 - 4. Earth's History 8.4.4 Grades 9-12 4. Biodiversity 12.3.4 4. Earth's History 12.4.4

Secret of the Cardboard Rocket View the trailer Run time: 35 min., Grades 1-5 A fantastic adventure as two youngsters build a cardboard rocket and go on an adventure exploring the solar system. Nebraska Science Standards Earth/Space Sciences Grades K-2 1. Earth in Space 2.4.1

The Fulldome Experience is the biggest advance in the Planetarium's capabilities since the theater opened almost 50 years ago. Audiences can fall through a black hole, witness the beginnings of the universe, fly through Saturn's rings, swim with whales and much more! Viewers feel like they are part of the unfolding scene, whether it's on the bottom of the ocean or in some distant part of the universe.