Explore the Sun-day

Presented by Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center, W. M Keck Earth Science and Mineral Engineering Museum, UNR Museum of Natural History

Explore the sun – our star – and tour three extraordinary University of Nevada, Reno museums on this one special day!

“Migrate” to UNR’s Museum of Natural History to discover the incredible diversity of life made possible by the light from our sun! See the Keck Museum’s world-class minerals—combinations of elements forged in the heart of stars. And experience FREE Planetarium shows in the world’s largest Sun Dome “Star Theater” at the Fleischmann Planetarium. And, check out solar telescopes available throughout the event (weather permitting).

Parking: Free parking is available in the West Stadium Parking Garage (behind the Planetarium) or in the Gateway Parking Complex (corner of E. 9th and Lake streets).

Date & Time

Sunday, April 23, 2023
1:00 – 4:00pm

Locations

Fleischmann Planetarium & Science Center

W.M. Keck Earth Science & Mineral Museum

UNR Museum of Natural History

1664 N. Virginia Street
Reno, NV 89557

Ages

All ages

Admission

FREE

Registration

Advance registration is not required.

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