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The Arne Slettebak OSU Planetarium offers a number of private shows for you and your group. We prioritize educational groups such as schools and youth programming but we do try to make room for everyone. If you would like to start the process of scheduling your show go to our Private Groups page by clicking the button.

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To Space and Back Virtual Show

To Space & Back takes audiences on an incredible journey from the far reaches of our known universe to our own planet.

We are currently scheduling for Spring 2025.

As the outreach arm of the Department of Astronomy, we are not a full-fledged or staffed science center. We do our best to meet all requests. We offer public shows based on staffing availability. The Planetarium at COSI is open for public programs.

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November 22, 2024

Public Planetarium Programs - Nov 22, 2024

Smith Lab 5033 - Arne Slettebak Planetarium

December 13, 2024

Public Planetarium Programs - Dec. 13, 2024

Smith Lab 5033 - Arne Slettebak Planetarium

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Jennifer Johnson

Jennifer Johnson

Professor of Astronomy

johnson.3064@osu.edu

Todd Thompson

Professor of Astronomy

thompson.1847@osu.edu

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Elvira Cruz-Cruz

Planetarium Presenter

cruz-cruz.1@osu.edu

Miqaela Weller

Planetarium Presenter

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