Winter Break Fun for Everyone: December 29, December 30, and January 2

The holiday break isn't over yet! Enjoy the museum from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day with special activities beginning at 10:30 a.m. All activities are included with general admission pricing; planetarium shows include an additional fee. Military discounts available. Tickets for planetarium shows can be purchased at our front desk during your visit. Learn more about our planetarium dome, seating, and more here. Space at each activity is available on a first come, first served basis.

January 2

Enjoy a winter-themed Chemistry Corner today! Join us for a visual chemistry demonstration 10:30-11:00 a.m. followed by hands-on chemistry activities for the whole family to enjoy from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Then dash over to join in on winter games from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. on the sciPad. The planetarium show will run at 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tickets for these shows can be purchased at our front desk during your visit. Learn more about our planetarium dome, seating, and more here.

Planetarium Shows:

11:30-12:00: Mars: The Ultimate Voyage

This dynamic, animated experience highlights real NASA research and initiatives that are preparing the next generation of astronauts to travel to Mars. It illuminates 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! This planetarium show is produced by the Bell Museum, in partnership with NASA and UNC Morehead Planetarium and Science Center.

2:00-2:30: Forward to the Moon

Kari Byron from Crash Test World and MythBusters launches us on a journey beyond the Earth towards a sustainable future in space. NASA’s 21st century Artemis program, named after the Greek moon Goddess and twin of Apollo, is the next step in our mission to explore the universe.

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