Jean Creighton, Director
stargaze@uwm.edu
Physics 150
Reservations
414.229.4961

Summer Stars and Their Myths

Friday Night Show
July 13-August 10
7:00-8:00 pm

Location: Manfred Olson Planetarium in the Physics building
(See map)

Admission price: $2

During Summer Stars & Their Myths, the audience will learn the tale of Hercules and see how his heroic stories connect to summer constellations. According to Greek mythology, Hercules was challenged to perform twelve labors including battling the famous lion of Nemea, the multi-headed monster Hydra, and a fierce guardian dragon among others. After learning the myths, audience members will have a chance to find the constellations in the city and country sky projected on the dome. Summer Stars & their Myths is the planetarium's only Friday Night Show program during the summer season. Visitors will leave prepared to stargaze on warm summer nights.

Lives of Stars flier

A 5-minute Q&A session will conclude the show. Those interested in attending the event can obtain additional information about parking and directions at the UWM Planetarium's website, planetarium.uwm.edu. Please note the UWM Planetarium is wheelchair accessible and these shows are not recommended for children under the age of five. The planetarium is open to the public and general admission is $2.

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The planetarium is a handicap accessible venue open to students and the general public. Parking is available and further information can be found on our website.

Tickets go on sale in the Physics building lobby at 6:30 pm. Friday Night Shows allow free admission for members and only two dollars for non-members. We do not accept credit cards. Please arrive with ample time to ensure seating, as shows can sell out and the doors will be locked upon commencement prohibiting latecomers entry.

We look forward to exploring the cosmos with you!

For more information on how to find us, please see Directions & Parking. For more information, call 414-229-4961 or email stargaze@uwm.edu.

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