Kirkcudbright Dark Space Planetarium
About This Museum
Tucked away in the charming artists' town of Kirkcudbright, I stumbled upon a real gem: the Dark Space Planetarium. It's not your typical big-city science center; the experience here feels incredibly personal and profound. We lay back in the cozy chairs for a show, and I was genuinely awestruck as the digital dome above us transformed into a crystal-clear window to the cosmos. It’s a beautifully intimate way to get lost among the stars, far from any city light pollution.
Collection Highlights
The main event is undoubtedly the full-dome digital planetarium shows that transport you across the solar system and beyond. They also have meteorites you can actually touch and a fascinating exhibit on Galloway's own dark sky status.
Visitor Information
It's right on St Mary Street in The Johnston school building—look for the signs. Booking your planetarium slot online ahead of time is a smart move as sessions are small and can fill up. It’s a wonderfully compact place, perfect for a one-to-two-hour visit that will completely shift your perspective.
Architecture & Building
Housed within The Johnston, a handsome historic stone school building that gives the whole experience a wonderfully authentic and slightly academic feel.
Contact & Location
Address: The Johnston, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries and Galloway, Alba / Scotland, DG6 4EG, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 1557 337213
Website: Visit Website
