Saturday, September 17
Saturday, October 15
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In recognition of National HIspanic Month, the U-M Museum of Natural History is presenting two days of Spanish-language planetarium shows in September and October. Join planetarium presenter Irene in exploring the night sky or discovering the wonders of Maya science, cosmology, and myth. The Spanish spoken during these programs is appropriate for intermediate Spanish language learners and better.

A limited number of tickets are available for each show. Tickets are available on the day of the show only. All ages are welcome. Tickets are $8. 

Children 2 and under do not need a ticket, but might be asked to sit on an adult’s lap. 

Saturday September 17 & October 15, 2022 

10:30 a.m. Tales of the Maya Skies – Spanish 
11:30 a.m. Expedition Reef – English
12:30 p.m. Sky Tonight – English 
1:30 p.m. Tales of the Maya Skies – Spanish
2:30 p.m. Sky Tonight – Spanish

Tales of the Maya Skies
This program immerses you in the wonders of Maya science, cosmology and myth. This beautifully illustrated story takes us back in time to the jungles of Mexico to discover how Mayan scholars developed a sophisticated understanding of astronomy, architecture, and mathematics that enabled them to predict solstices, solar eclipses, weather patterns and planetary movements.

Sky Tonight
A live presentation on what to find in the sky tonight and for the coming few weeks. This presentation includes how to find the cardinal directions on your own with the North Star, current and upcoming constellations, visible planets, a few deep sky objects depending on the season, and other interesting astronomical visualizations. If you want to be able to look up from your own backyard and know what to look for, this is the show for you.

Expedition Reef
Learn the secrets of the “rainforests of the sea” as you embark on an oceanic safari of the world’s most vibrant—and endangered—marine ecosystems. In this undersea adventure, discover how corals grow, feed, reproduce, and support over 25% of all marine life on Earth.