Explore Astronomy

The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork. (Psalm 19:1)

Explore Astronomy provides a glimpse into the handiwork of God through engaging presentations, hands-on labs, and unique experiences. Learn about the heavens under the guidance of Prof. Danny Faulkner.

Open to students ages 11 to 18 years of age.

Explore Astronomy is a 3-hour program from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

The Explore Days program is on a four-year rotating schedule. Each Explore Day includes a minimum of three hands-on, interactive sessions. The yearly topics are provided in the schedule below.

Please keep in mind that some of our activities are contingent upon weather.

Availability is limited, so sign up today!

Free Upgrade on Us

Each student registered for two or more Explore or Explore Jr. programs between September 2025 and April 2026 will receive two free Butterfly House tickets.

See the Explore FAQ for more information.

Pricing & Registration

• $29.99/student (museum general admission is not required or included)
• Preregistration required.
• Includes all scheduled events and parking fee.

You can find answers to common questions on the Explore Days FAQ page.

Please contact us for more information or if you would like to schedule an exclusive Explore day for your group.

Dates

There are no dates currenntly scheduled.