The Sky Tonight

Take an awe-inspiring tour of the night sky as seen from our area, with topics ranging from visible planets and bright stars, to meteor showers, alien planets, and upcoming rocket launches!

In July, take a look at the summer night sky and participate in a live demonstration of why Orion, as big and bright as he is, can be hard to find at this time of year.

During the month of August, look south once the sky is dark enough for stars to emerge. Do you see a teapot? This month in the planetarium, we’ll help you find this star figure and, beyond it, the core of the Milky Way Galaxy.

Although summer ends in September, the asterism known at the “Summer Triangle” is still visible in the evening sky. Spend some time exploring it with us in the planetarium.

Recommended for ages 8+; 60-minute live and interactive show. Advance reservations are encouraged.

Sponsored by Domino Sugar Yonkers Refinery.