When the Museum opened the Nathan and Fannye Shafran Planetarium on January 15, 2002, it raised the bar for astronomy education in Northeast Ohio. This state-of-the-art facility, designed by Cleveland architectural and engineering firm Westlake Reed Leskosky, continues to offer audiences unparalleled opportunities to learn about the universe.

The Shafran Planetarium also set a new standard for midsized planetaria worldwide. It blends modern technology with the Museum's commitment to science education that emphasizes real-world experiences.

Astronomy experts present live shows that explain current celestial phenomena and include time for your astronomy-related questions.