In order to dig into the past, archaeologists have to dig in the dirt. The layers of dirt provide essential information about the site during the time the soil layers were formed. Get hands-on and dig into the science of dirt to discover what the color and texture of soil can reveal about an archaeological site. […]
Come explore the star at the center of our solar system. The Sun is not as average as most people think. In fact, the Sun is quite special indeed! Learn about the Sun and the important role it plays in our lives. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania Educational content […]
We all know we have changes in our seasons, but why does this happen? Explore the causes for Earth’s change in seasons and the surprising role seasonal change plays in our life and history. A Production of the Planetarium at The State Museum of Pennsylvania For ticket pricing and details visit the Planetarium page.
A fury is building on the surface of the sun, high-velocity jets, a fiery tsunami wave that reaches 100,000 kilometers high, and rising loops of electrified gas. What’s driving these strange phenomena? How will they affect planet Earth? Find the answers as we venture into the seething interior of our star. Narrated by Benedict Cumberbatch […]