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.
September Shows
One World, One Sky
Join Sesame Street's Big Bird and Elmo as they explore the night sky and take an imaginary trip to the moon.
Saturdays at 11:00 am
Runtime 40 minutes, Ages 4+
Audio Universe
Explore the solar system with this immersive experience. Unlike traditional planetarium shows, the soundtrack takes the lead role here. Each object in space is represented with sounds and 4k resolution visuals. Listen to the stars appear and hear planets orbit around your head.
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 1:00 pm
Runtime 35 minutes, Ages 6+
Mars The Ultimate Voyage
Ever wondered what it would take for astronauts to travel to the moon, mars and beyond? This animated planetarium production highlights NASA research and training initiatives that are preparing the next generation of astronauts who will head to Mars.
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 3:00 pm
Runtime 25 minutes, Ages 8+
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.
