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Public Planetarium Film: Mars: The Ultimate Voyage

PUBLIC PLANETARIUM FILM:

Mars: The Ultimate Voyage

friday, May 23
SHOWTIME AT 6:00PM

On a two year journey to Mars astronauts will face extraordinary challenges—long distance, a closed environment, isolation, altered gravity, radiation. What will it take to get astronauts to Mars—and back—safely? This new, animated planetarium production highlights NASA research and training initiatives that are preparing the next generation of astronauts who will head to Mars. The film shows how creativity, collaboration, communication, and expertise in a diverse number of fields are key for the success of deep space travel—while also inspiring the next generation of STEM professionals! Witness what it takes to embark on the first human mission beyond Earth’s orbit.

PRICING:
Ages 5 and under = FREE
Ages 6-12 = $5
Ages 13+ = $10

FSU students with a valid ID = FREE

Recommended for:  Ages 8+
Length: 25 minutes
All tickets are open seating

 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Food/drink and strollers are not allowed in the Planetarium.

The McAuliffe Center is located at the rear of O’Connor Hall on the campus of Framingham State University. Enter the McAuliffe Center through O’Connor Parking Lot.

Parking:
All vehicles parked on the FSU campus for this program require a valid FSU Parking Pass or the vehicle is subject to a parking ticket and tow at the owner’s expense. About one week before the event, you will receive a parking pass and an FSU campus map with parking information.

*If you purchased a ticket and did not receive a parking pass, please stop by the McAuliffe Center BEFORE you park your car to obtain a parking pass and additional parking information.

Interactive Campus Map.

 
 
Earlier Event: May 2
Community Stargazing - Moon Party!