Settlemyre Planetarium
Museum of York County
Current Public Show Descriptions
Upcoming Public Shows
Astronomy Events
The Settlemyre Planetarium is a fully digital, full-dome planetarium at the Museum of York County, offering programs on a wide variety of scientific topics. Join us and journey from the Carolina Skies to beyond the Milky Way!
Astronomy Websites
Current Public Show Descriptions
Carolina Skies
A live seasonal program that explores and explains what is currently visible in our nighttime skies. From planets to stars to constellations, visitors of all ages can learn how to identify features in our Carolina Skies.
Season of Light
This special holiday presentation explores the traditions surrounding the Christmas season and the star that led the Wise Men to Bethlehem.
Cosmix
Have you ever wondered how the astronauts do their job? After watching Cosmix, it will be absolutely clear to you! Buckle up!
Upcoming Public Shows
Schedule
Remember, ALL planetarium programs are FREE with museum admission!
Sunday
3:30 PM: Season of Light (Now – Dec. 31)
Tuesday-Friday:
3:30 PM: Season of Light (Now – Dec. 31)
Saturday:
11 AM: Cosmix (Now – Jan. 4)
2 PM: Carolina Skies
3:30 PM: Season of Light (Now – Dec. 31)
Monday: Closed
Show schedules are subject to change without notice.
If you would like to schedule a group for the planetarium, please contact 803.981.9182 or scheduler@chmuseums.org.
Coming Soon
Sunday
3:30 PM: Exoplanets (Jan. 2 – Feb. 28)
Tuesday-Friday:
3:30 PM: Exoplanets (Jan. 2 – Feb. 28)
Saturday:
11 AM: Flight Adventures (Jan. 7 – March 1)
11 AM: Red Planet Rising (Jan. 25 for Mysteries of Mars)
2 PM: Carolina Skies
3:30 PM: Exoplanets (Jan. 2 – Feb. 28)
Astronomy Events
Carolina Skygazers Astronomy Club Meeting
The Carolina Skygazers Astronomy Club meets the second Tuesday of every month, except December, at 7:30 pm. We would love to have you join us!
The Museum doors open at 7 pm. Exhibits and all other spaces except for meeting areas are closed.
Meetings of the Carolina Skygazers are always free for members and prospective members.
For their latest news and events follow the Carolina Skygazers Facebook page (www.facebook.com/CSkygazers).