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PITTSBURGH -- Humanity's greatest adventure will serve as the launch pad for Carnegie Science Center's summertime programming as Pittsburgh's most-visited museum honors the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11's historic lunar landing. Summer of Space includes astronomy events, a new educational documentary, weekly museum activities and an adults-only evening, all designed to celebrate the moment man walked on the Moon.
Sending this summer of fun into orbit is the premiere of "Apollo 11: First Steps Edition." Opening May 17, this immersive film transports viewers to the center of the exhilarating final moments of preparation, liftoff and the first human steps on the Moon with stunning 70mm footage and audio recordings. "Apollo 11: First Steps Edition" is a special giant screen version, made exclusively for science centers and museum theaters, of Todd Miller's critically acclaimed theatrical documentary Apollo 11.
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Just as the Apollo 11 mission employed a multi-step approach to learning more about the world beyond Earth, so too does the science center's lineup of activities. Summer of Space has something for every age group and learning style, from new interactive exhibits and hands-on observation, to lectures and storytelling.
Sun, Earth, Universe
New exhibition set
≤ Included in general admission
≤ Packed with engaging, hands-on interactive exhibits and dazzling imagery, this 600-square-foot exhibition will connect visitors with current NASA science research and launch them on a journey to explore the universe. How is Earth changing? What is it like on other planets? Does life exist beyond Earth? What's happening on the sun, and how does it affect us? Sun, Earth, Universe is a new exhibition about our planet, the solar system and the universe, and the big questions NASA is trying to answer about each. The exhibition was created by the National Informal STEM Education Network in collaboration with NASA.
Fly Me to the Moon
≤ A new Buhl Planetarium production
≤ Premieres July 1
≤ Included in general admission
≤ Rocket to the Moon in a brand-new Buhl Planetarium show. Celebrate Neil Armstrong's one small step onto the lunar surface and learn about the Pittsburghers who helped make this giant leap possible.Check the center's online calendar for a schedule of showings.
18-plus Apollo
Moonshot Celebration
≤ July 19
≤ 7 p.m. to 1 a.m.
≤ $50 (Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh members receive a 10 percent discount)
≤ An evening of discovery and astronomy fun for adults 18 and older. Stargaze using the center's research-grade telescopes, groove to tunes from 1969 in PointView Hall, see "Apollo 11: First Steps Edition" at the Rangos Giant Cinema and hear from Paul Sutter, astrophysicist and chief scientist at Center of Science, and Anne Madarasz, chief historian at the Heinz History Center, about the history behind this giant leap for mankind.
Space Out!
Astronomy Weekend
≤ July 20-21
≤ Included in general admission
≤ Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11's historic mission to the Moon and discover the latest achievements in lunar science. Blast off with interactive activities, telescope viewing and space-themed presentations.
SkyWatch
≤ June 7
≤ July 16 -- Gaze at a Full Moon!
≤ Aug. 13 -- See the Perseid meteor shower.
≤ Chat with our astronomy experts and enjoy a virtual tour of the night sky in Buhl Planetarium. Weather permitting, visitors will be able to head to the rooftop Buhl Observatory telescope for a view of the real stars over Pittsburgh. SkyWatch happens rain or shine. Sessions are offered at 8 p.m. and 10 p.m.
Solar Sundays
≤ June 23-Aug. 25
≤ 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
≤ Safely observe our friendly neighborhood star with solar telescopes and sun funnels. Chat with our astronomy educators about solar science. Solar observing will happen every Sunday during the summer, weather permitting, at the main entrance to Carnegie Science Center.
Moon Mondays
≤ June 24-Aug. 26
≤ 11 a.m.
≤ Early learners and their grown-ups will enjoy special presentations of Moon-themed stories in the planetarium, under a full Moon and starry sky in the planetarium! Join us for storytime on Mondays throughout the summer at 11 a.m.
For information, contact the science center at (412) 237-1537.