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 |
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Adults (ages 19+)* | $5.50 plus tax |
Children (ages 3-18)* | $4.50 plus tax |
*Members receive $1.50 off general admission price
Information
Local Resources:
Hyde Observatory
Prairie Astronomy Club
The Fulldome Experience is made possible by a generous donation from the Friends of the State Museum.
May Shows

Weather: Wonders & Mysteries Revealed
Explore fascinating weather phenomena found on planet Earth.
Saturdays at 11:00am *No Showing on May 10th
Runtime 30 minutes, Ages 6+

Into the Deep
Dive into the Mariana Trench where you will come face-to-face with the creatures that survive where no life was ever expected.
Saturdays & Sundays at 1:00pm
Runtime 32 minutes, Ages 8+

The Sun: Our Living Star
Discover the secrets of our star and experience images of the Sun's violent surface!
CAUTION: This program features some scenes with brief flashing images. It is
not recommended for viewers who are sensitive to such conditions.
Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays at 3:00pm
Runtime 25 minutes, Ages 10+
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.