Mueller Planetarium is located inside Morrill Hall. Shows are available to the public on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, with the exception of home football gamedays. Tickets may be purchased on site at Morrill Hall.
Planetarium Ticket Prices
Planetarium ticket prices do not include Morrill Hall admission. Museum admission is required for planetarium access. Please note that planetarium ticket sales end 10 minutes prior to the beginning of the show. Admission to the planetarium will not be allowed once the show has begun.
| Ticket Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Adults (ages 19+)* | $6.00 plus tax |
| Children (ages 3-18)* | $5.00 plus tax |
*Members receive $1.50 off general admission price
Local Resources:
Hyde Observatory
Prairie Astronomy Club
The Fulldome Experience is made possible by a generous donation from the Friends of the State Museum.
August Shows
A Starry Tale
Experience the legend of Astraea. Explore the world of mythology and human thought, handed down through time.
Saturdays at 11:00 am
Runtime 25 minutes, Ages 6+
Mexica Archaeoastronomy: Between Space and Time
This feature illustrates the important role played by astronomical observation for the evolution of pre-Hispanic cultures in central Mexico.
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 1:00 pm
Runtime 25 minutes, Ages 6+
5000 Eyes: Mapping the Universe with DESI
The Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument’s (DESI) 5000 robots can measure the light from thousands of galaxies and are creating the most detailed map of our universe.
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 3:00 pm
Runtime 25 minutes, Ages 12+
Group visit options
The museum offers discounts for large group visits. Groups must book at least 2 weeks in advance, and payment must be submitted in one installment via one payment method. Group visit rates include admission to Morrill Hall. Inquire here about a Group Visit.
