Morehead Planetarium Coverage

Dozens gather to watch solar eclipse at Morehead Planetarium

Dozens gathered Monday at Morehead Planetarium and Science Center to take in the total solar eclipse, which was partially visible in North Carolina.

Monica Casey, WRAL reporter

Solar eclipse watch party held at Morehead Planetarium

Ticketed admission in the building includes a live stream of the eclipse from totality, meteorite activities and special eclipse-themed screenings.

These are the best educational family activities in the Triangle

From interactive museums to captivating outdoor adventures, the Triangle offers an array of family-friendly activities that combine entertainment with learning.

Rachel Driskell, WRAL contributor

5 reasons to check out Morehead Planetarium this summer

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center is a great place to visit all summer long. It offers a variety of shows, exhibits, and activities for all ages.

Full STEAM Ahead: NC Science Festival spreads the joy of science across the state

For North Carolinians, April means STEAM! Thanks to an initiative by the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, residents from Manteo to Murphy and everywhere in between can take part in the monthlong, statewide North Carolina Science Festival.

Take the Kids: Magic Tree House Space Mission

Tara Lynn takes her kids to the Morehead Planetarium to see the Magic Tree House Space Mission show, based on the popular children's book series, The Magic Tree House.

Tara Lynn, WRAL contributor

Morehead Planetarium unveils new 4K laser projection system

The Morehead Planetarium and Science Center has unveiled its new 4K laser projection system.

Explore the skies at Morehead Planetarium this weekend

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center is open Saturday and Sunday with a full schedule of fun!

Morehead Planetarium launches new show schedule

The Chapel Hill destination is open with exhibits and shows.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

ISS path during Morehead Planetarium downlink event

ISS path during Morehead Planetarium downlink event. Credit: data USAF 18th Space Control Squadron, image Rice

Astronauts aboard the International Space Station to answer questions from NC students

NASA astronauts Megan McArthur and Shane Kimbrough will be answering questions live from the International Space Station Monday morning, July 12, from North Carolina school kids.

Tony Rice, NASA Ambassador

Morehead Planetarium opens new exhibit that highlights lesser-known STEM pioneers

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center has opened a new exhibit that highlights the contributions of lesser-known scientists, including women and scientists of color.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

The 2021 NC Science Festival is underway

The North Carolina Science Festival offers more than 200 events across the state throughout April.

Tony Rice, NASA Ambassador

Free Science in the Summer program to host in-person sessions for kids again

GSK Science in the Summer, a free summer science program, will go on this summer with in-person sessions.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

Morehead Planetarium releases new planetarium show that's all about the 'mysteries' of our brains

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center has released a new planetarium show called "Mysteries of Your Brain."

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

Morehead Planetarium offers virtual science programs for educators, families

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center is offering some new online options for kids and educators called Virtual STEMville.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

Morehead's Teen Science Cafe to focus on how astronomical questions are answered

This is part of a regular, now virtual, series, that's designed for teens who want to explore a variety of STEM topics.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

Take the Kids: With renovations complete, Morehead Planetarium reopens this weekend with new exhibits

A lot has changed since Morehead Planetarium and Science Center launched its massive project in spring 2019 to remake the popular destination into a "modern science center." It reopens to the public Saturday.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

With massive renovation complete, Morehead announces reopening

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center is opening again--after closing its doors for a multi-year renovation that was extended another six months because of COVID-19.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

Take a tour of the stars, sign up for virtual STEM activities with Morehead Planetarium

It's World Space Week! Or, rather, it was World Space Week last week, but that doesn't mean you need to wait a year to learn some interesting facts and figures about the worlds above us.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

New Morehead Planetarium picture book explores story of its first technician

Michael G. Neece is a lot of things - a father, a computer program, an educator at Morehead and a children's book writer. He recently wrote a picture book for Morehead about an astronaut trainer.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom edito

Science in the Summer goes virtual with at-home STEM activities for kids

GSK Science in the Summer, organized through Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, has offered free week-long summer programs for kids across the region for years. This summer, they've gone virtual.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

Morehead Planetarium, Kidzu cancel summer camps

Two popular Chapel Hill summer camp providers have announced that they've canceled their summer programs.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

Virtual Fun Roundup: An Outer Banks storytime, all about Pluto and a focus on owls

Get inspired and learn a little something in these family-friendly videos from museums and destinations across North Carolina.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

Virtual Fun Roundup: Bagel pizzas with Marbles, a 'Circles' song for little ones, a tour of May skies with Morehead

Get inspired and learn a little something in these family-friendly videos from museums and destinations across North Carolina.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor