VSU Planetarium

On Friday Oct. 15, Valdosta State University’s Planetarium will present The Astrotheology of Thomas Wright, the first public planetarium show of the 2010-2011 season. There will be two showings, one at 8 p.m. and the other at 9 p.m. Dr. Kenneth Rumstay, director of the planetarium and observatory, will use the planetarium to take visitors back in time to the middle of the 18th century. Admission is by ticket only, and tickets are free of charge. However, seating for each show is limited to 47. Tickets may be reserved in advance by calling VSU’s Department of Physics, Astronomy, and Geosciences at (229) 333-5752. Tickets will be available at the door beginning at 7:30 p.m. on the night of the show. Limited public parking is available in front of Nevins Hall. Because of the darkened environment within the planetarium, latecomers may not be admitted once the show has begun. This show is suitable for ages 5 and up. If weather permits, the observatory atop Nevins Hall will be open to allow guests an opportunity to view the wonders of the heavens. http://valdostadailytimes.com/local/x935813874/VSU-to-host-planetarium-show-Friday Above information copied from Valdosta Daily Times website. Show Dates and Titles: October 15, 2010 ~ The Astrotheology of Thomas Wright November 12 ~ Meteorites: Rocks from Space December 3 ~ The Star of Bethlehem February 11, 2011 ~ Is there life on other worlds? April 8 ~ Fifty years ago: Man in Space!