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Contact Information:
Marge Bentley, Director  |
Comets, quasars, black holes—the night sky is filled with things wild and wonderful. Like the imagination of a child, space is beautiful and boundless.
The 120 seat Robert H. Goddard Planetarium presents star shows, multi-media presentations, and hands-on activities for children and families that help us understand the changing universe and the impact of space science on our lives. At special times throughout the year, the Roswell Astronomy Club presents Star Parties at the Planetarium, using their telescopes to view events in our solar system. The Planetarium was opened in 1969 and is a collaboration between the Roswell Independent School District and the Roswell Museum and Art Center. |
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Family Science Night Science Saturday All Ages Public Shows Space Camp UFO Festival Shows |
Family Science Night One Tuesday per Month, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Designed for Children and Families Free Upcoming shows: September 22, October 20 |
Family Science Nights at Goddard Planetarium are an opportunity for elementary students and their parents to enjoy learning about science in a hands-on environment. Activities are inquiry-based, age-appropriate, and fun for all. Each month a different topic will be explored—from the smallest object seen through a microscope to the constellations in space. Students receive a Family Science Night Passport when they first register. The Passport will be stamped each time the student completes a Family Science Night event. Attendance awards will be given— from pencils to gift certificates for summer science camps. |
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Science Saturday for Kids One Saturday per Month, 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. Designed for Children and Families Free Upcoming shows: August 15, September 19, October 10 *Schedule is subject to change. Call the showline at 575-624-6744, ext. 26 to confirm dates. |
During Science Saturday, children and their parents will see a planetarium presentation (star show or dvd) and learn about the earth, the planets in our solar system, and the stars beyond. After the presentation children will participate in age-appropriate science-related activities. Younger children will need to have a parent present to assist them in the activities. |
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All Ages Public Shows One Thursday per Month, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Free Upcoming shows: August 20, September 17, October 15 *Schedule is subject to change. Call the showline at 575-624-6744, ext. 26 to confirm dates. |
These shows are open to the public and vary monthly. |
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Space Camp Month of June $30 per camper Fee includes a t-shirt, photo, snacks, and lunch on Friday at McDonald's. To register or for more information, call Marge Bentley at 575-624-6744, ext. 23. Registration forms are available at the Roswell Museum and Art Center, Roswell Public Library, and the RISD Central Office. |
Space Camp is a 5-day camp devoted to space science and fun! Camps are designed for students pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. Parents are welcome and encouraged to accompany younger children.
In My Backyard |
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UFO Festival Shows July 2, 3, 4, & 5 $2-$5 Fee Thursday, July 2 1:00 - 2:00 pm: The ETs: Where Are They? 2:30 - 3:00 pm: Perseus and Andromeda - without Crafts 3:30 - 4:30 pm: The Planets 5:00 - 6:00 pm: The ETs: Where Are They? 6:30 - 7:30 pm: Laser Magic 8:30 - 9:00 pm: Laser Vinyl Friday, July 3 Saturday, July 4 Sunday, July 5 |
A blend of science and fun, the planetarium will offer a mix of shows for all ages during the 2009 UFO Festival.
The Planets: A Voyage Across our Solar System
Legends of the Night Sky: Orion
Laser Magic includes a mix of music from Joan Jett, the B-52s, Elton John, Pink Floyd, among others. ($5, 44 min.) Laser U2 ($5, 50 min.) Laser Vinyl: A Classic Rock Experience includes music from Queen, KISS, Aerosmith, Kansas, and Journey, among others. ($5, 44 min.) Laser Pink Floyd's The Wall ($5, 52 min.) Laser Retro includes music from INXS, Duran Duran, Depeche Mode, New Order, among others. ($5, 48 min.) Laser Mania includes music from Blink 182, Ricky Martin, Sting, Santana, and Beck, among others. ($5, 42 min.) Laser Metallica ($5, 55 min.) Laser Spirit includes music from The Beatles, U2, Kansas, and Madonna, among others. ($5, 47 min.) |
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| Multimedia Shows Classroom Visits Teacher In-Service Workshops |
Multimedia Shows Free – to Roswell Independent School District Students. $2 – all other students Operated jointly by the Roswell Independent School District and the Roswell Museum and Art Center. |
The Robert H. Goddard Planetarium features new multimedia shows each month that relate specifically to the primary and secondary curricula in all major subject areas. Where the age level is appropriate, puppets, guitar songs, and hands-on activities are integrated into the program. |
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Visits To schedule please call 575-624-6744, ext. 23. |
Single or combined classroom visits from the Planetarium Director for hands-on science experiences. |
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Teacher In-Service Workshops To schedule please call 575-624-6744, ext. 23. |
Clever hands-on science workshops for elementary teachers. |
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| Hands-on Science Curriculum Ideas
Astronomy Resource Center On-line Answers |
Hands-on Science Curriculum Ideas The Planetarium Director can assist teachers in locating science resources and planning and developing hands-on interactive activities for the classroom. Astronomy Resource Center On-line Answers |
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