Fleischmann Planetarium
About This Museum
People don't just come to the Fleischmann Planetarium for the stars; they come for a feeling, a direct line of sight to the cosmos from the high desert. Inside, you're immediately drawn to 'Touching the Universe,' where you can lay your hands on a billion-year-old, one-ton meteorite that feels chillingly ancient. The real showstopper, though, is the SkyDome theater, where films explode across the entire ceiling, making you feel like you're tumbling through a nebula or skimming the rings of Saturn. You leave feeling simultaneously tiny and connected to something vast, reminded that Reno sits under one of the most dramatic skies on Earth.
Collection Highlights
The massive 'Touching the Universe' meteorite is a must-feel exhibit, while the state-of-the-art SkyDome projector transforms the entire ceiling into an immersive journey through space.
Visitor Information
You'll find it right on the University of Nevada, Reno campus at 1664 N Virginia St—it's hard to miss its space-age dome. Check their schedule for public star parties with their telescopes and daily showtimes for those incredible full-dome films.
Architecture & Building
The building is a classic example of mid-century Googie architecture, featuring a striking white hyperbolic paraboloid roof that looks like a landed spaceship or a giant seashell.
Contact & Location
Address: 1664, North Virginia Street, Reno, Washoe County, Nevada, 89557, United States
Phone: +1 775-784-4812
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