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Space & Science News

NASA Reveals New Images

In celebration of the International Year of Astronomy 2009, NASA's Great Observatories — the Hubble Space Telescope, the Spitzer Space Telescope, and the Chandra X-ray Observatory — have collaborated to produce this unprecedented image of the central region of our Milky Way galaxy.

In addition, NASA released other images, captured by the 3 Great Observatories. Several of these mural-sized images are on display at Drake Planetarum. Stop by and see them in person at one of our Public Shows.
Plus, here is coverage of the event by WCPO.

Capture the Colorful Cosmos! Exhibit

If you missed the grand opening of our exhibit "Capture the Colorful Cosmos!”, which features student artwork inspired by images captured using the Harvard-Smithsonian MicroObervatory Robotic Telescopes, take a peek inside



Astronomy & Science Gifts!

Visit our Gift Shop and see all the latest toys and tools for your star gazer.

Visit Drake Planetarium, then get your own StarScope Telescope so that you can explore the universe at home. This telescope offers computer aided assistance so you can view the heavens and actually know what it is you're looking at.


Upcoming Public Planetarium Shows

Meditainment

 Join us for guided meditation under the stars at Drake Planetarium for a time to relax and rejuvenate , click here. 


Sit back, relax, close your eyes and embark on a journey of Imagination Reality where you play the leading role! Wednesday, February 17 starting at 7:00 pm.

Celebrate Black History Month!

"Follow The Drinking Gourd" is.a wonderful story of human determination, hardship, and innovation. Join us for this exciting true life adventure story that combines history, astronomy, and folk lore. Shows are Sunday, February 21 at 2 pm and Wednesday, February 24 at 7:00 pm. For more information, click here.

Call today and reserve your seats at one of our Planetarium Shows!

Scout Programs

Drake Planetarium's hands-on science center has prepared special programs for Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, Brownies, and Girl Scouts

In our Planetarum, we will lead your troop through activities which are required for earning badges related to the field of astronomy. In our Lego Lab, scouts can work toward science and engineering badges. Click here for more information

Or call 513-396-5578 for more information and to schedule your troup.


Science Center Programs

Become A Drake Planetarium Member

Members receive FREE admission to monthly Planetarium shows and discounts to our popular Summer Camps. Join today and enjoy all the great benefits of Membership at Drake Planetarium and Science Center. Individual and Family Memberships available.

Memberships also make a great gift!

Click here for details.

Saturday Lego Mania

Bring your friends and join us on Saturdays to construct unique Lego machines in our Lego Lab. You will build the wildest working contraptions imaginable. We will have some friendly competitions and put your creations to the test on challenge courses. Check our calendar for upcoming lab dates. Call 513-396-5578 for more information and to save a spot!



LEGO Birthday Parties

Are you looking for a fun-filled Birthday Party that your child will remember for years to come? One that all of the guests will be talking about for weeks? Then book a LEGO Birthday Party at Drake Science Center! The kids will have a great time and you don't have to clean your house. For information and reservations, call 513-396-5578.

LEGO Summer Camps

Does your son or daughter enjoy creating and building with LEGOs? Then signup for one (or more!) or our five different LEGO Camps. For more information, click here.

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