Morehead Planetarium and Science Center

Telescope Tune-up

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 13:00:00 EST

Raleigh Astronomy Club presents this special workshop at Morehead.

Carolina Skies: Valentine Edition

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 13:00:00 EST

This special evening under the stars is the perfect opportunity to learn some astronomical legends of love, whether your own romantic situation is "happily ever after" or "it's complicated."

"Winter Skies" = family astronomy education

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 12:00:00 EST

Stagville under the Stars!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 11:00:00 EST

Celebrate Black History Month with this special program at a North Carolina State Historic Site in Durham County.

100 days and counting!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Thu, 5 Jan 2012 14:00:00 EST

The North Carolina Science Festival is just 100 days away.

Summer Science Camps info is online now!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Thu, 5 Jan 2012 14:00:00 EST

Public registration begins Feb. 13. Priority registration for Morehead members begins Feb. 6!

Explore "Code Red" with Morehead Monday

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 10:00:00 EST

This new program for children in grades 6-8 focuses on hands-on learning activities.

Morehead announces holiday hours

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 13:35:00 EST

December brings the new Morehead Holiday Stars Concert Series and two new planetarium shows.

Cold nights, clear skies

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Sun, 6 Nov 2011 08:00:00 EST

Our next free skywatching session is Saturday, Jan. 28.

Molecular Architecture

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Sat, 1 Oct 2011 15:45:00 EST

How do scientists design molecules ... and why are they doing that? Learn more at Carolina Science Cafe on Dec. 1.

Make your own superball!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Sat, 1 Oct 2011 12:00:00 EST

You're going to love the activities at the next Family Science Day.

The science of beer

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 13:00:00 EST

Come to Carolina Science Cafe on Nov. 3 to learn about the chemistry that goes into brewing beverages.

Traveling to the Moon

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 12:00:00 EST

How often do you get to meet someone who's flown to the Moon and back?

We're a role model for Jordan!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 11:00:00 EST

Crystal Harden carries the Morehead message to the American Embassy in Amman, Jordan.

Stuff The Bus!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Sat, 2 Jul 2011 12:35:00 EST

Here's one way you can help local students this week.

"Minds On!" for science

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 08:00:00 EST

Thanks to Time Warner Cable for its support of this new outreach program.

Families love Morehead's summer schedule!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 09:00:00 EST

We're open every day except Monday.

Mice in Space! A special Carolina Science Cafe

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Wed, 8 Jun 2011 06:00:00 EST

Dr. Ted Bateman will be talking about the research project he has aboard the last space shuttle mission and how it applies to cancer studies here on Earth.

HIV research news at next Carolina Science Cafe

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Fri, 3 Jun 2011 12:00:00 EST

Dr. Myron Cohen takes us behind the scenes of the most recent news about HIV transmission.

Stagville Under The Stars!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Tue, 31 May 2011 11:45:00 EST

Morehead partners with Durham's Stagville Plantation for this one-of-a-kind program.

Are you part of the Morehead community?

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Tue, 24 May 2011 16:00:00 EST

Keep up with Morehead news via Facebook, Twitter and Morehead's eNews!

Here's something you need to know about swimming pools!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Sat, 21 May 2011 08:00:00 EST

Can chlorinated water actually affect your genes? We've got the answers.

Joe's amazing skywatching video

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 12:00:00 EST

If you've never been to a Morehead skywatching session, you have to check this out.

Yes, it IS brain surgery!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Sun, 27 Mar 2011 10:00:00 EST

Please note: The date for Carolina Science Cafe has changed to May 12!

Last chance to register for "Beginning Skywatching"

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Mon, 7 Mar 2011 12:00:00 EST

Jump-start your skywatching skills with this six-week course on Wednesday afternoons.

Japan's nuclear crisis

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Fri, 4 Mar 2011 13:05:00 EST

Morehead hosts a special current science forum on Thursday, March 24.

Presenting the seventh annual LEGO-palooza!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 13:00:00 EST

Check out the amazing exhibits by the N.C. LEGO Users Group, March 5-6, 2011.

The Science of Choosing A Mate

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 15:00:00 EST

Carolina Science Cafe's spring series, "The Biology of Love," continues on Thursday, March 3.

Registration is open for Summer Science Camps!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 07:00:00 EST

As of Feb. 14, registration is open to the public -- and spaces are filling quickly!

"Lift Off, Lenoir!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 13:00:00 EST

PLANETS receives new grant from UNC School of Government program.

The top five reasons ...

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Thu, 2 Dec 2010 09:00:00 EST

... December is the perfect time to purchase a Morehead membership (and check out this discount!).

Curious about the Moon?

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 08:00:00 EST

December's Starry Nights and Star Families programs feature "Moon Myths," with a sneak peek at the upcoming lunar eclipse.

Jupiter Ball guests, you're the best!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Sat, 20 Nov 2010 14:50:00 EST

Thanks for Jupiter Ball guests, thousands of children will receive scholarships to visit Morehead on school field trips.

Carolina Science Cafe

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Sat, 23 Oct 2010 10:00:00 EST

Why have scientists started deep freezing seeds? How will this affect farming and crops in the future?

Very tiny things

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Thu, 9 Sep 2010 12:15:00 EST

Catch Nikon's "Small World" exhibit during its last weekend at Morehead.

"Out To Lunch" with Science 360

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Fri, 3 Sep 2010 11:00:00 EST

Meet scientists for an in-depth discussion of the research behind Morehead's Science 360 programs.

Adam and Jamie are coming to UNC!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 12:00:00 EST

NEW TICKETS RELEASED ON SEPT. 1!

Register now for "Beginning Skywatching"

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 11:00:00 EST

Six-week course begins Sept. 15.

August: Return of the Mars hoax.

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 08:00:00 EST

Stop the madness. Stop the e-mail.

Registration is open for summer field trips!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Tue, 11 May 2010 15:00:00 EST

Many of the day camps in central North Carolina plan a Morehead field trip for their campers. What about you?

What is antimatter, anyway?

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 12:35:00 EST

Learn "Why Antimatter Matters" in this free public program.

Paddling season has begun!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 12:00:00 EST

Explore the night sky with guided canoe trips at Jordan Lake.

Registration open for the Morehead Afterschool Program!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:00:00 EST

UNC Science Expo

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Thu, 1 Apr 2010 07:00:00 EST

Celebrate science at UNC on Sept. 25!

The BIG GREEN BUS returns!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 11:00:00 EST

Check out this alternative-fueled road trip on Tuesday, July 6.

Register now for Beginning Skywatching!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 09:00:00 EST

Six Wednesday night classes beginning April 7.

Join us for skywatching!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:25:00 EST

April 17 at Jordan Lake State Park.

NanoDays returns March 27!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Mon, 8 Mar 2010 11:00:00 EST

Big research on the smallest scale.

Register now for "Starry Spring Nights"

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 09:00:00 EST

Learn to identify the constellations and stars you see.

Our Next Giant Leap

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 12:00:00 EST

Morehead converts to fulldome digital video with a $1.5 million gift from GlaxoSmithKline.

Current Science Forum

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Tue, 2 Feb 2010 11:00:00 EST

What are airports doing to keep you safe? Discuss the technology and ethical questions of airport security March 4!

PLANETS at Astronomy Day

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 07:00:00 EST

Climb inside Morehead's portable planetarium.

Morehead closed for maintenance

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Mon, 4 Jan 2010 07:00:00 EST

Shows will resume on Feb. 5, 2010.

Decoding the HIV genome

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 12:00:00 EST

Learn how a UNC team became the first to unlock this mystery at December's Current Science Forum.

LAST CHANCE LASER WEEKEND

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:00:00 EST

We've added more shows for you! NEW Pink Floyd, Beatles and family-friendly laser shows!

Current Science Forum makes a bang!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Sun, 1 Nov 2009 10:00:00 EST

Discuss the largest scientific instrument Nov. 5.

Glitz, glamour and a great cause!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 10:00:00 EST

Reserve your seats at the 2009 Jupiter Ball today!

Laser Halloween shows Oct. 31!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Thu, 8 Oct 2009 10:00:00 EST

One day only!

Family Science Day: Family Math Game Fest

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 09:00:00 EST

Join in the mathematics fun Oct. 17!

Let's kick up some Moon dust!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 08:00:00 EST

NASA's LCROSS mission will deliberately crash a spacecraft into the Moon on Oct. 9, 2009. Why?

Members get a discount at the N.C. Zoo!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 08:00:00 EST

Half off admission!

It's summer — here comes the Mars e-mail!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 07:00:00 EST

Did you receive a "spam" e-mail about Mars?

Molecular biologist visits as part of Meet-A-Scientist series

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Sat, 1 Aug 2009 10:00:00 EST

Saturday, Aug. 15

Morehead to the Moon

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 07:00:00 EST

Take a look back at Morehead's role in NASA's accomplishments.

Morehead announces new camp openings

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Thu, 21 May 2009 09:00:00 EST

Some previously-full Summer Science Camps have openings as of May 21.

Morehead receives grants for portable planetarium program

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Sun, 10 May 2009 08:00:00 EST

NC Space Grant makes awards to MPSC totaling $20,000

GlaxoSmithKline sponsors Science in the Summer

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Mon, 4 May 2009 07:00:00 EST

Morehead will present program at libraries in seven N.C. counties.

Happy 60^th Anniversary, Morehead!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Fri, 1 May 2009 17:00:00 EST

Celebrate Morehead's anniversary weekend with a special gift: See a planetarium show for $1.

CHAOS hosts Astronomy Day on May 2

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 14:25:00 EST

Morehead is the site for the activities.

Earth Action Day

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Tue, 7 Apr 2009 14:00:00 EST

Bring the family to this community event on the grounds at Morehead.

Prejudice and Perception

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 16:00:00 EST

Dr. Keith Payne, whose work was cited by Malcolm Gladwell in "Blink," leads Morehead's Current Science Forum on Oct. 1.

Morehead hosts Telescope Tune-up

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Fri, 6 Feb 2009 12:10:00 EST

Raleigh Astronomy Club offers clinic on March 14.

Morehead's WHISE initiative wins grant

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 13:00:00 EST

Teachers can attend "Darwin Across The Disciplines" seminars in spring and summer.

MPSC is curious about biotechnology

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 07:00:00 EST

Discover biotechnology with Science 360!

Space grants to benefit two Morehead projects

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 14:00:00 EST

Project: OBSERVE and "Zoom In" get boost

We have all of your favorites!

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 09:00:00 EST

Extended summer hours offers wide variety of programs

Veggie-powered bus road-trips across America

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Mon, 9 Jun 2008 05:50:00 EST

Will visit Morehead June 18

Meet the author of "Magic Tree House"

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Wed, 7 May 2008 07:00:00 EST

Mary Pope Osborne visits for two premium shows.

GSK awards grant to MPSC

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 10:00:00 EST

$367,172 grant targets "summer slide" through science education program

Nobel Laureate Dr. Oliver Smithies

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 08:00:00 EST

Nobel Prize winner to speak at Morehead

NCBC awards grant to MPSC

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Tue, 4 Mar 2008 08:00:00 EST

N.C. Biotechnology Center will support new DESTINY curriculum module

Thanking our donors ...

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 15:00:00 EST

MPSC exceeds its campaign goal nearly two-fold.

New director of outreach programs

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Fri, 8 Feb 2008 14:20:00 EST

MPSC appoints Crystal Harden to lead efforts

12,000 Years of American Indians

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 16:00:00 EST

Educators, archaeologists celebrate at MPSC on Jan. 23.

A Congressman's Date with DESTINY

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 12:00:00 EST

Rep. Brad Miller boards one of the traveling science laboratories

Leadership at the World Special Olympics

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Mon, 29 Oct 2007 14:00:00 EST

MPSC team member Jay Heinz helps create news coverage for the China event.

Morehead launches first podcast

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Thu, 24 May 2007 08:00:00 EST

First in a series.

NSF awards grant to MPSC

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Tue, 24 Apr 2007 08:25:00 EST

$570,000 grant will support UNC student involvement in developing new shows.

"Full Frame" welcomes MPSC

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Wed, 4 Apr 2007 14:00:00 EST

Film festival features a MPSC presentation about astronaut training.

New astronaut to speak as part of Launch Weekend

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Mon, 25 Sep 2006 10:00:00 EST

N.C. native to talk on "Astronauts of the Future"

UNC trustees receive update on Morehead Building project

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Tue, 4 Jul 2006 14:00:00 EST

Renovation and expansion would open more program opportunities

OBSERVE to give students chance for out-of-this-world research

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Fri, 30 Jun 2006 06:00:00 EST

Grant makes statewide impact

A "space age" spin on health

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Tue, 21 Feb 2006 12:05:00 EST

Dr. Joan Vernikos to lecture on link between gravity and aging at 7 p.m. on March 1

Christiansen: SOAR-ing to new heights

nospam@moreheadplanetarium.org (Morehead Planetarium) — Wed, 12 Oct 2005 08:00:00 EST

Midday Science Series continues Oct. 10.