The Daniel M. Soref Planetarium & Dome Theater is now open!
One Planetarium program is included with your Museum admission. At this time, programs cannot be reserved in advance and are first-come, first-served.
Giant-screen films are sold separately from Museum admission and can be reserved online, by phone, or in-person. Members $5, non-members $6. Sustainer+ members can reserve for free, but must call 414-278-2728 or visit MPM. Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon is a special offering which is discounted for members; it is not included as part of any member benefits.
Daily Schedule
September 1, 2023 through October 31, 2023
| 10:15 a.m. | Wisconsin Stargazing |
| 11:00 a.m. | Into America's Wild |
| 12:00 p.m. | Lights Out! Eclipses: Whys, Wonders, & Wows |
| 12:45 p.m. | Into America's Wild |
| 2:00 p.m. | Wisconsin Stargazing |
| 2:45 p.m. | Into America's Wild |
| 3:45 p.m. | Lights Out! Eclipses: Whys, Wonders, & Wows* |
| 4:30 p.m. | Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon** |
*Spooky Space will play at 3:45 pm from October 7-30.
**Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon will play with a special “Stargazing with Pink Floyd” live planetarium show on the last Saturday night of the month, 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Now Showing
Into America's Wild - Giant Film
Step off the beaten path and connect to your inner trailblazer in this cross-country journey to beautiful landscapes across America! You'll journey from the wilds of Alaska and the lush coastline of Oregon to the ancient canyons of the Southwest and the rolling hills of the Appalachian Trail. Explore the human connection we all share with the natural world!
Showtimes at 11:00 a.m., 12:45 p.m., and 2:45 p.m.
Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon - Giant Film
Pink Floyd’s iconic album Dark Side of the Moon, originally released in 1973, turns 50, and what more fitting a place to celebrate and experience it than the Daniel M. Soref Planetarium! Combining breathtaking views of the solar system, played out to 42 minutes of Dark Side in surround sound, this truly immersive and all-encompassing treat that will transcend reality. Each song has a different theme -- some futuristically looking forward and some a retro acknowledgment to Pink Floyd’s visual history, all relating to a time and space experience. $8 all members, $10 non-members.
Showtimes at 4:30 p.m.
Saturday showings
Join us for special viewings on the last Saturday* of each month, September 2023-March 2024, 5:30-8 p.m. Includes Stargazing with Pink Floyd, a live 25-minute Planetarium program, plus cash bar and food. $18 all members, $20 non-members.
Lights Out! Eclipses: Whys, Wonders, and Wows - Planetarium Program
Sudden darkness during a sunny day? The moon turning deep red? Explore fascinating stories about the rare and awesome eclipses, and find out when an eclipse is coming next to a sky near you!
Showtimes at 12:00 p.m. and 3:45 p.m.
Wisconsin Stargazing - Planetarium Program
Take a live tour of the current Wisconsin night sky in this 22-minute guided Planetarium program. A lively astronomy educator will show you all of the current sights on a clear dome “sky,” such as planets, constellations, meteors, and other fun celestial phenomena. The program includes a cosmic Q&A session and requests from the audience.
Showtimes at 10:15 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.