Sea Center will be closed Tuesday, Feb. 18. Museum and Sea Center otherwise open daily 10:00 AM–5:00 PM.
February 15, 2025 Date

Astronomy Events

Beyond UFOs: Science’s Search for Extraterrestrial Life
Friday, March 7
Is there really life beyond Earth? Reports of UFOs are unlikely to give us an answer, but science may soon be able to. In this free talk, author and astrophysicist Jeffrey...
7:30 PM–9:00 PM
Storytime in the Planetarium with Jeffrey Bennett
Saturday, March 8
Enjoy a morning of astronomy adventures for kids! Astrophysicist Jeffrey Bennett joins us for two special events in Gladwin Planetarium. Author of the Max Science Adventure...
10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Star Party
Saturday, March 8
The Palmer Observatory will open its doors and its roof to share a remarkable view of the wonders of the night sky through our state-of-the-art 20-inch telescope. Join Muse...
7:30 PM–10:00 PM
Astronomy After Hours: Member Planetarium Shows
Friday, March 14
Members, come join us for exclusive access to the Gladwin Planetarium. Each month, our Astronomy Programs presenters will guide you through a special topic presentation wit...
5:00 PM–7:00 PM
Star Party
Saturday, April 5
Please note: To avoid a conflict with another event, this Star Party in April 2025 occurs on the first Saturday of the month, rather than the usual second Saturday.
The Pal...
8:00 PM–10:00 PM
Astronomy After Hours: Member Planetarium Shows
Friday, April 18
Members, come join us for exclusive access to the Gladwin Planetarium. Each month, our Astronomy Programs presenters will guide you through a special topic presentation wit...
5:00 PM–7:00 PM
Astro Fest
Sunday, May 4
Celebrate astronomy with space-themed fun for all ages! Enjoy science demonstrations by UCSB Physics Circus and the Museum’s Astronomy Programs staff. Talk with exper...
10:00 AM–2:00 PM
Star Party
Saturday, May 10
The Palmer Observatory will open its doors and its roof to share a remarkable view of the wonders of the night sky through our state-of-the-art 20-inch telescope. Join Muse...
8:30 PM–10:00 PM
Star Party
Saturday, June 14
The Palmer Observatory will open its doors and its roof to share a remarkable view of the wonders of the night sky through our state-of-the-art 20-inch telescope. Join Muse...
8:30 PM–10:00 PM
Star Party
Saturday, July 12
The Palmer Observatory will open its doors and its roof to share a remarkable view of the wonders of the night sky through our state-of-the-art 20-inch telescope. Join Muse...
8:30 PM–10:00 PM