COVID-19: Keeping Campus Safe
Assuming the pandemic does not worsen, our re-opening plan is as follows:
1. The planetarium will open for private programs (e.g., K-12, scout programs, and
birthday parties) on June 1. The programs are limited to 25 people who must all wear masks.
2. Public programs (Friday night programs) will begin in late August.
This plan is subject to revision as conditions warrant.
Free Planetarium Programs
The company that built our planetarium projector and that creates many of the programs we bring you has kindly offered our patrons the chance to view several of their programs for free while we remain closed.
- Dinosaurs at Dusk, The Origins of Flight: [Video link]
- Birth of Planet Earth: [Video link], [Educator Guide]
- Dynamic Earth: [Video link], [Educator Guide]
- Oasis In Space: [Video Link]
Public Programs
Ritter Planetarium offers public programs every Friday during the year and Saturday during the academic year. View our current schedule.
School Programs
Ritter Planetarium offers a variety of programs for all age groups and grades. Learn more and schedule your visit!
Scout Programs
Throughout the year, Ritter Planetarium offers specialized programs for Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and Cub Scouts and Brownies. Learn more and see the latest schedule.