Planetarium Shows

Planetarium Shows

Every Saturday & Sunday: Sky Views Planetarium Show, 2-2:30 PM

Daily April 18-24: Our Place in Space Planetarium Show, 2-2:30pm

RWP Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

Located in the Museum of Natural History in Roger Williams Park, the Planetarium is a dome theater with a Zeiss projector that casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Sit back and journey through space in a planetarium show! The Planetarium also has a ASH Warped Media fulldome projector that showcases fulldome show offerings. Planetarium show offerings are on Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm and during certain Monday holidays and school vacation weeks. Planetarium show tickets are recommended to be reserved online as availability is limited. Please CLICK HERE to purchase planetarium show tickets and for more information about show offerings. Planetarium shows lasts approximately 30 minutes.

Please note: The Planetarium is only open during showtime.  Groups of 15 or more must call in advance to schedule a private planetarium show, as large groups cannot be accommodated during public showtimes. Private planetarium shows are subject to availability. Private Planetarium shows ($150 up to 25 people, each additional $6 per person) and school field trip programs are available.  Contact the Museum’s Education Department at 401-680-7223 to arrange your visit.

IMPORTANT PLANETARIUM SHOW GUIDELINES:
Tickets are recommended to be reserved online, including for Museum Members. Availability is limited. All sales are final.
Everyone attending the planetarium show needs a ticket.
Children must be age 4 or older; those 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Children must be supervised at all times.
Phones must be silenced, and attendees should remain quiet during the show to help everyone enjoy the full experience.
Please arrive at least 15 minutes early for check-in, as doors close at showtime and will not reopen—no late entry is permitted for visitor safety once the show begins.