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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.

Upcoming Events

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December 13, 2024

Public Planetarium Programs - Dec. 13, 2024

Smith Lab 5033 - Arne Slettebak Planetarium
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January 17, 2025

Public Planetarium Programs - Jan 17, 2025

Smith Lab 5033 - Arne Slettebak Planetarium
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February 21, 2025

Public Planetarium Programs - Feb 21, 2025

Smith Lab 5033 - Arne Slettebak Planetarium
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March 21, 2025

Public Planetarium Programs - Mar 21, 2025

Smith Lab 5033 - Arne Slettebak Planetarium

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What's Up? - Ohio Skylights December 2024

By Noah Downing
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What's Up? - Ohio Skylights November 2024

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Comet A3 by Daniel Korona

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