October 2019
Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
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Nature Lab: The Carboniferous and Coal Formation
Join us to explore the Carboniferous Period and how it played a part in the formation of Pennsylvania's coal. Learn about the process of how coal is formed. This program is included with general admission.
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
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Great Pumpkin Day
Join the State Museum as they celebrate Great Pumpkin Day on Sunday, October 27 from 12:00 noon to 3:00 PM. Come and enjoy this magical holiday with special programming and presentations throughout the Museum. At 1:00 & 2:00 PM, experience a special performance by central Pennsylvania’s premier children’s entertainer, Magical Nick. He will have the kids belly laughing, engaged and smiling the entire time. Experience the excitement with interactive magic and comedy where everyone becomes part of the experience. Educational…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
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StoryTime November 2019
Join us in Archaeology Gallery as we hear and dramatize the traditional Lenape legend of Rainbow Crow as retold by Nancy Van Laan. Discover the music of the Lenape and play instruments and preform the Stomp Dance. StoryTime is our popular reading series for children aged 3 to 5. StoryTime is included with general admission.
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
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Curiosity Kids: Build it!
For our youngest visitors, can you get the animals to safety? Can you create the tallest building? Explore building using everyday items and see if you can solve the building challenges. Curiosity Kids is a program that bridges the fun of Curiosity Connection with the wonders of The State Museum of Pennsylvania. Museum Educators will guide you and your children, ages 3 to 6, on fascinating trips through history. Hands-on experiments in science and art will offer enlightening views of…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
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Learn at Lunchtime: Story of Major Robert Gaynor
Join Bob Hill, Curator of Military and Industry History Friday, November 8 at 12:15 PM to hear the story and view the uniform of Scranton native Major Robert Gaynor. As a member of the Pennsylvania National Guard, the 28th Division of the US Army, Major Gaynor was part of the push to remove the Nazi occupation force from France. On Aug. 29, 1944, the 28th Division paraded through Paris to a joyous reception by the French, before resuming their attack…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
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2019 Workshops in Archaeology
The Archaeology Section of the State Museum of Pennsylvania in Harrisburg invites you to attend our annual Workshops in Archaeology program on Saturday, November 9, 2019. Last year’s popular theme exploring the Susquehannock Indians of Central Pennsylvania will be continued with an examination of Western Pennsylvania’s Monongahela Indians. We have invited a panel of experts to share their knowledge and research with us on this mysterious culture. The Monongahela were the dominant Indian culture in southwestern Pennsylvania, Ohio and northern…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
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Holiday Marketplace
The State Museum of Pennsylvania will host the Holiday Marketplace on November 21 and 22 in Village Square. The Holiday Marketplace showcases Pennsylvania-themed gifts offered by several Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission sites and museums, including: Daniel Boone Homestead, Ephrata Cloister, Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum, Somerset Historical Center and The State Museum. Holiday Marketplace Hours Thursday, Nov. 21: 10 am - 3 pm Friday, Nov. 22: 10 am - 7 pm
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
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Nature Lab: Wild Canines of Pennsylvania
Join Museum Educators in Nature Lab to explore dogs in the wild here in Pennsylvania. Learn about the Red Fox, Grey Fox, Coyote, and Wolf. Visitors will learn about these unique predators how they have adapted to their environment and their long history here in Pennsylvania. Get hands-on with skulls, footprints, and pelts. This program is included with general admission.
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »Holiday Marketplace
The State Museum of Pennsylvania will host the Holiday Marketplace on November 21 and 22 in Village Square. The Holiday Marketplace showcases Pennsylvania-themed gifts offered by several Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission sites and museums, including: Daniel Boone Homestead, Ephrata Cloister, Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum, Somerset Historical Center and The State Museum. Holiday Marketplace Hours Thursday, Nov. 21: 10 am - 3 pm Friday, Nov. 22: 10 am - 7 pm
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
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Exhibit Opening: Picturing a More Perfect Union
Join us for the opening of the new exhibit Picturing a More Perfect Union: Violet Oakley’s Mural Studies for the Pennsylvania Senate Chamber, 1911-1919 in the State Museum’s 1st Floor Gallery will feature more than 50 of Violet Oakley’s original sketches for the Pennsylvania State Capitol Senate Chamber murals from the collections of The State Museum of Pennsylvania. Refreshments will be served starting at 5:00 PM. The exhibit will run through April 26, 2020. Image of Mural: Violet Oakley,…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
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Museum Closure
The State Museum of Pennsylvania will be closed Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29 for the Holiday.
Find out more »Museum Closure
The State Museum of Pennsylvania will be closed Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29 for the Holiday.
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »December 2019
Star Stories of the Native Americans
This traditionally styled show explores the night sky legends of the Native Americans. Hear the stories of the great sky bear, the frog sisters and the pathway of souls. Take an up-close view of these amazing celestial sights and explore the modern astronomy behind the legends. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets…
Find out more »From Earth To The Universe
This stunning voyage through time and space conveys, through an arresting combination of sights and sounds, the Universe revealed to us by science. From the European Southern Observatory, take a trip from the heart of our Solar System to the furthest reaches of time and space. Educational Content appropriate for Grade 6 and up For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior…
Find out more »C.O.L.E. and C.A.M.I. Explore the Planets
For our younger viewers, join two friendly robots as they explore the planets. Find out what makes each planet unique. Come learn all about our solar system. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Kindergarten to Grade 2 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior to showtime. Planetarium shows are not recommended for…
Find out more »Constellations
What are constellations? How were they created? These are just two of the questions covered about these images in the night sky. Learn about what a constellation really is, who is responsible for creating them, and see what images we find around the globe. Explore each season and find out the basic constellations you can find in the Pennsylvania night sky. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up…
Find out more »C.O.L.E. and C.A.M.I. Explore the Planets
For our younger viewers, join two friendly robots as they explore the planets. Find out what makes each planet unique. Come learn all about our solar system. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Kindergarten to Grade 2 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior to showtime. Planetarium shows are not recommended for…
Find out more »Constellations
What are constellations? How were they created? These are just two of the questions covered about these images in the night sky. Learn about what a constellation really is, who is responsible for creating them, and see what images we find around the globe. Explore each season and find out the basic constellations you can find in the Pennsylvania night sky. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up…
Find out more »StoryTime December 2019
Join us as we welcome the new season with Goodbye Autumn, Hello Winter by Kenard Pak. StoryTime is our popular reading series for children aged 3 to 5. Each reading is held in one of our galleries and is followed by a related play activity or exploration of related hands-on artifacts. StoryTime is included with general admission.
Find out more »C.O.L.E. and C.A.M.I. Explore the Planets
For our younger viewers, join two friendly robots as they explore the planets. Find out what makes each planet unique. Come learn all about our solar system. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Kindergarten to Grade 2 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior to showtime. Planetarium shows are not recommended for…
Find out more »Constellations
What are constellations? How were they created? These are just two of the questions covered about these images in the night sky. Learn about what a constellation really is, who is responsible for creating them, and see what images we find around the globe. Explore each season and find out the basic constellations you can find in the Pennsylvania night sky. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up…
Find out more »C.O.L.E. and C.A.M.I. Explore the Planets
For our younger viewers, join two friendly robots as they explore the planets. Find out what makes each planet unique. Come learn all about our solar system. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Kindergarten to Grade 2 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior to showtime. Planetarium shows are not recommended for…
Find out more »Constellations
What are constellations? How were they created? These are just two of the questions covered about these images in the night sky. Learn about what a constellation really is, who is responsible for creating them, and see what images we find around the globe. Explore each season and find out the basic constellations you can find in the Pennsylvania night sky. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up…
Find out more »C.O.L.E. and C.A.M.I. Explore the Planets
For our younger viewers, join two friendly robots as they explore the planets. Find out what makes each planet unique. Come learn all about our solar system. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Kindergarten to Grade 2 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior to showtime. Planetarium shows are not recommended for…
Find out more »Constellations
What are constellations? How were they created? These are just two of the questions covered about these images in the night sky. Learn about what a constellation really is, who is responsible for creating them, and see what images we find around the globe. Explore each season and find out the basic constellations you can find in the Pennsylvania night sky. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up…
Find out more »C.O.L.E. and C.A.M.I. Explore the Planets
For our younger viewers, join two friendly robots as they explore the planets. Find out what makes each planet unique. Come learn all about our solar system. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Kindergarten to Grade 2 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior to showtime. Planetarium shows are not recommended for…
Find out more »Constellations
What are constellations? How were they created? These are just two of the questions covered about these images in the night sky. Learn about what a constellation really is, who is responsible for creating them, and see what images we find around the globe. Explore each season and find out the basic constellations you can find in the Pennsylvania night sky. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up…
Find out more »C.O.L.E. and C.A.M.I. Explore the Planets
For our younger viewers, join two friendly robots as they explore the planets. Find out what makes each planet unique. Come learn all about our solar system. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Kindergarten to Grade 2 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior to showtime. Planetarium shows are not recommended for…
Find out more »Constellations
What are constellations? How were they created? These are just two of the questions covered about these images in the night sky. Learn about what a constellation really is, who is responsible for creating them, and see what images we find around the globe. Explore each season and find out the basic constellations you can find in the Pennsylvania night sky. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up…
Find out more »C.O.L.E. and C.A.M.I. Explore the Planets
For our younger viewers, join two friendly robots as they explore the planets. Find out what makes each planet unique. Come learn all about our solar system. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Kindergarten to Grade 2 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior to showtime. Planetarium shows are not recommended for…
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Nature Lab: Pennsylvania State Symbols
Join Museum Educators in Nature Lab to learn about our State Symbols. Explore what state symbols are and how they came to be icons of our Commonwealth. This program is included with general admission.
Find out more »Constellations
What are constellations? How were they created? These are just two of the questions covered about these images in the night sky. Learn about what a constellation really is, who is responsible for creating them, and see what images we find around the globe. Explore each season and find out the basic constellations you can find in the Pennsylvania night sky. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up…
Find out more »C.O.L.E. and C.A.M.I. Explore the Planets
For our younger viewers, join two friendly robots as they explore the planets. Find out what makes each planet unique. Come learn all about our solar system. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Kindergarten to Grade 2 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior to showtime. Planetarium shows are not recommended for…
Find out more »Constellations
What are constellations? How were they created? These are just two of the questions covered about these images in the night sky. Learn about what a constellation really is, who is responsible for creating them, and see what images we find around the globe. Explore each season and find out the basic constellations you can find in the Pennsylvania night sky. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up…
Find out more »C.O.L.E. and C.A.M.I. Explore the Planets
For our younger viewers, join two friendly robots as they explore the planets. Find out what makes each planet unique. Come learn all about our solar system. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Kindergarten to Grade 2 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior to showtime. Planetarium shows are not recommended for…
Find out more »Constellations
What are constellations? How were they created? These are just two of the questions covered about these images in the night sky. Learn about what a constellation really is, who is responsible for creating them, and see what images we find around the globe. Explore each season and find out the basic constellations you can find in the Pennsylvania night sky. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Grade 4 and up…
Find out more »C.O.L.E. and C.A.M.I. Explore the Planets
For our younger viewers, join two friendly robots as they explore the planets. Find out what makes each planet unique. Come learn all about our solar system. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational Content appropriate for Kindergarten to Grade 2 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the front desk at least 5 minutes prior to showtime. Planetarium shows are not recommended for…
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