UNK Public Planetarium Show: "Science or Fiction? Debunking Common Astronomical Misconceptions"

Name: UNK Public Planetarium Show: "Science or Fiction? Debunking Common Astronomical Misconceptions"
Start: 2026-03-06T19:00:00-06:00
End: 2026-03-06T20:00:00-06:00
Location: Bruner Hall of Science-University of Nebraska Kearney

Schedule

Fri Mar 06 2026 at 07:00 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

Bruner Hall of Science-University of Nebraska Kearney | Kearney, NE

Astronomy is a source of fascination for many, but there are a variety of misconceptions about planets, stars, galaxies, and more that persist for various reasons, including social media posts and depictions in books, movies, and TV. In this presentation, we will address and correct selected astronomical misconceptions, from the common to the obscure.
Free tickets will be available to reserve at 8:00 AM CT on Friday 2/27 at https://www.ticketleap.events/events/unk-planetarium
Shows are recommended for engaged grade school students through adults. Shows are strongly discouraged for ages 2 and under. Please be prepared to turn off phones and smartwatches, remove lighted shoes, etc., so that all participants may enjoy the show in its intended dark, quiet environment. Please arrive 5 minutes before your show, or ticket reservations may be released to allow for walk-in attendees.
In conjunction with the show, the UNK Astronomy Club will provide telescope observing, outside of BHS, at 8:00 PM (weather permitting).