Thanks to the generosity of individuals, corporations and private foundations, more than $600,000 was raised for the new Longo planetarium.
Click here for a list of donors.
The universe is just one of the many things we can present in our new theater. Now, almost anything that can be imagined in the cosmos can be presented in new and exciting ways. Our dome is perfect for our Introduction to Astronomy and General Astronomy classes here at CCM, but also perfect for presentations in Meteorology, History, Archeology, Communications and Literature. Local grade school students, who make up the majority of our visitors every year, will benefit from our ability to augment their educations in science and space science.
Our new planetarium seats 91 people, and besides the new interior with new seating, there’s a new sound system, lighting and an exciting gallery of space images in the newly renovated lobby and entrance area.
Public shows are available on some weekends (see our schedule for more details), and we specialize in programs for school groups during the week.
The fee for all shows is $3 for children, $5 for adults, and $4 for seniors and CCM faculty/staff/students.
All programs start promptly at the times indicated. Late entry will not be allowed into the dome, so make sure to arrive early, and plan for unexpected delays in travel and parking.
Contact:
Chris Fenwick, Planetarium Astronomer: 973-328-5755.
cfenwick@ccm.edu