The Millholland
Planetarium is a state-of-the-art theater, featuring full-dome
digital technology –MEDIAGLOBE 3-D, created by Konica Minolta
of Japan – and a powerful surround sound system to truly
transport audiences beyond the confines of Earth. Visitors will
be immersed in giant-screen, 30-foot dome images of the surface
of the Sun, Mars, nearby galaxies and beyond. Features include
a traditional star talk – Catawba Sky—and rotating
digital presentations. Explore the rings of Saturn, massive black
holes, volcanoes, ocean depths, the human body and more!
Stars: Powerhouses of the
Universe
New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds and dust.
Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy
that powers the universe. Stunning digital feature was created
by the National Space Centre and narrated by Mark Hamill.
Sponsored locally by Dalco Nonwovens, and the United Arts
Council of Catawba County through the NC Arts Council, with funding
from the State of NC and the National Endowment of the Arts.
Ice Worlds
Ice Worlds takes audiences on a tour over and above icy landscapes
throughout
the solar system. Explore the critical relationship between ice and life that
has developed over millions of years.
Catawba Sky
This star talk astronomy show will give visitors an awe-inspiring
look at what’s
in the current night sky over the Catawba Valley.
The Secret of the Cardboard Rocket
Embark on an outstanding adventure as two children spend a night touring the
solar system alongside their ship’s navigator, an astronomy book, in
this animated feature.
Coming Soon
Legends
of the Night Sky: Orion
Opens October 1
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