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Planetarium Show: Stars, Stories, & Rhythms of Africa

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Celebrate Black History Month under the stars! Join us for a night of live music, dancing, storytelling, and stargazing in different African cities. This free event is cosponsored by the Black Student Cultural Center and Sociocultural Programming at UWM. The …

$5 – $6

Planetarium Show: Constellations of the Zodiac – Pisces

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Delve into the astronomy and mythology behind the zodiac and learn how to find your zodiac constellation in the night sky. In this live, interactive show, we will explore the stories and science of the zodiac constellations with a focus …

$5 – $6

Planetarium Show: Stars in the Tropics

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Escape the winter with a simulated trip to the tropics! In this live, interactive show, we will travel to different cities near the equator to view vibrant landscapes, cosmic night skies, and ancient astronomical monuments. The program will include an …

$5 – $6

Planetarium Show: Stars in the Tropics

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Escape the winter with a simulated trip to the tropics! In this live, interactive show, we will travel to different cities near the equator to view vibrant landscapes, cosmic night skies, and ancient astronomical monuments. The program will include an …

$5 – $6

Planetarium Show: Constellations of the Zodiac – Aries

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Delve into the astronomy and mythology behind the zodiac and learn how to find your zodiac constellation in the night sky. In this live, interactive show, we will explore the stories and science of the zodiac constellations with a focus …

$5 – $6

Planetarium Show: Asian Universe

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Explore our universe and Asian cultural perspectives. We will have two planetarium shows featuring live indoor stargazing and a storyteller. In between the shows, students from South Division High School will perform traditional Indian, Karen, and Lao cultural dances. Light …

Free

Planetarium Show: Constellation of the Zodiac-Gemini

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Delve into the astronomy and mythology behind the zodiac and learn how to find your zodiac constellation in the night sky. In this live, interactive show, we will explore the stories and science of the zodiac constellations with a focus …

$5 – $6

Planetarium Show: Strawberry Moon

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Gaze at the full strawberry supermoon through our telescopes while enjoying Purple Door ice cream! Telescopes and binoculars will be set up near Engelmann field for visitors to view the Moon. We will also offer free planetarium shows every 15-20 …

Free

Planetarium Event: The Life of an Astronomer

Virtual/Online Event Link will be provided, Milwaukee, WI, United States

In partnership with the Milwaukee Public Library, the Manfred Olson Planetarium presents the Life of an Astronomer. Dr. Jean Creighton has always been inspired by how the cosmos works. From growing up in Athens, Greece, to obtaining her PhD in …

Free

Planetarium Show: Constellations of the Zodiac-Cancer

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Delve into the astronomy and mythology behind the zodiac and learn how to find your zodiac constellation in the night sky. In this live, interactive show, we will explore the stories and science of the zodiac constellations with a focus …

$5 – $6

Event Series Planetarium Show: Life of a Star

Planetarium Show: Life of a Star

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

We are made of stars: Discover how stars fused the chemical elements in our bodies. In this live, interactive show, marvel at the dramatic changes of stars as they transform from stellar nurseries to exotic objects such as white dwarfs, …

$5 – $6
Event Series Planetarium Show: Summer Stars

Planetarium Show: Summer Stars

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Find popular summer constellations in the night sky and learn the stories behind them, such as the Big Bear, Hercules, and the Summer Triangle. This program is appropriate for ages 4 and up and includes an indoor stargazing session of …

$5 – $6

Planetarium Event: Full Moon Canoe

Milwaukee Rowing Club Boathouse 1990 N Commerce St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

In partnership with the Urban Ecology Center, paddle down the Milwaukee River with UWM’s Planetarium Director, Jean Creighton. While enjoying the full Moon above you’ll learn about our nearest celestial neighbor, other exotic moons in the solar system, and more …

$35 – $45
Event Series Planetarium Show: Life of a Star

Planetarium Show: Life of a Star

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

We are made of stars: Discover how stars fused the chemical elements in our bodies. In this live, interactive show, marvel at the dramatic changes of stars as they transform from stellar nurseries to exotic objects such as white dwarfs, …

$5 – $6
Event Series Planetarium Show: Summer Stars

Planetarium Show: Summer Stars

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Find popular summer constellations in the night sky and learn the stories behind them, such as the Big Bear, Hercules, and the Summer Triangle. This program is appropriate for ages 4 and up and includes an indoor stargazing session of …

$5 – $6

Planetarium Event: Exploring Exoplanets with the James Webb Telescope

Virtual/Online Event Link will be provided, Milwaukee, WI, United States

In partnership with the Milwaukee Public Library, the Manfred Olson Planetarium presents this event on the James Webb telescopte. The James Webb Space Telescope (NASA’s successor to the Hubble Telescope) was launched on December 25, 2021. As the largest, most …

Free
Event Series Planetarium Show: Life of a Star

Planetarium Show: Life of a Star

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

We are made of stars: Discover how stars fused the chemical elements in our bodies. In this live, interactive show, marvel at the dramatic changes of stars as they transform from stellar nurseries to exotic objects such as white dwarfs, …

$5 – $6
Event Series Planetarium Show: Summer Stars

Planetarium Show: Summer Stars

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Find popular summer constellations in the night sky and learn the stories behind them, such as the Big Bear, Hercules, and the Summer Triangle. This program is appropriate for ages 4 and up and includes an indoor stargazing session of …

$5 – $6
Event Series Planetarium Show: Life of a Star

Planetarium Show: Life of a Star

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

We are made of stars: Discover how stars fused the chemical elements in our bodies. In this live, interactive show, marvel at the dramatic changes of stars as they transform from stellar nurseries to exotic objects such as white dwarfs, …

$5 – $6
Event Series Planetarium Show: Summer Stars

Planetarium Show: Summer Stars

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Find popular summer constellations in the night sky and learn the stories behind them, such as the Big Bear, Hercules, and the Summer Triangle. This program is appropriate for ages 4 and up and includes an indoor stargazing session of …

$5 – $6

Planetarium Show: Stars & S’mores

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Join the UWM Planetarium for our popular outdoor event, Stars & S’mores! Enjoy eating delicious s’mores and relax outside while gazing at summer constellations through our telescopes. S’mores kits are free (one per person while supplies last). We will also …

Planetarium Show: Constellations of the Zodiac-Virgo

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Delve into the astronomy and mythology behind the zodiac and learn how to find your zodiac constellation in the night sky. In this live, interactive show, we will explore the stories and science of the zodiac constellations with a focus …

Center for 21st Century Studies Open House

UWM Curtin Hall, Room 939 3243 N. Downer Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Visit the Center (9th Floor, Curtin Hall, UWM Campus) and engage with colleagues across disciplines through this experiential meet-and-greet! Students, staff, faculty, and community partners all welcome - with coffee and tea to spare! Each room of the Center will …

Free

Planetarium Show: Exploring Exoplanets with the James Webb Space Telescope

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

The world is buzzing about the James Webb Space Telescope, the largest and most powerful space telescope ever built that will serve as the premier deep space observatory for the next decade. Learn about our ever-expanding view of the universe …

$5 – $6

Home Movie Day

UWM Mitchell Hall, Room B91 3203 N Downer Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Attendees are invited to bring home movies in the form of 8mm, Super 8mm, 16mm, VHS, Mini-DV, or digital files, have the materials inspected/repaired by UWM volunteers, and then screened with an audience while the owner narrates. Throughout the day, …

Free

Dangerous Women, Effective Changemakers – Film and Panel Discussion

Mitchell Hall, Room 191 3203 N. Downer Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Women changemakers have been often labeled “dangerous,” but their voices and actions have been essential in creating positive change and remain so today. A public forum, sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Milwaukee County and UWM Women’s & …

Free

Planetarium Show: Exploring Exoplanets with the James Webb Space Telescope

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

The world is buzzing about the James Webb Space Telescope, the largest and most powerful space telescope ever built that will serve as the premier deep space observatory for the next decade. Learn about our ever-expanding view of the universe …

$5 – $6

Planetarium Show: Exploring Exoplanets with the James Webb Space Telescope

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

The world is buzzing about the James Webb Space Telescope, the largest and most powerful space telescope ever built that will serve as the premier deep space observatory for the next decade. Learn about our ever-expanding view of the universe …

$5 – $6

Planetarium Show: Constellations of the Zodiac-Sagittarius

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Delve into the astronomy and mythology behind the zodiac and learn how to find your zodiac constellation in the night sky. In this live, interactive show, we will explore the stories and science of the zodiac constellations with a focus …

$5 – $6

Planetarium Show: Constellations of the Zodiac-Sagittarius

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Delve into the astronomy and mythology behind the zodiac and learn how to find your zodiac constellation in the night sky. In this live, interactive show, we will explore the stories and science of the zodiac constellations with a focus …

$5 – $6

Planetarium Show: Exploring Exoplanets with the James Webb Space Telescope

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

The world is buzzing about the James Webb Space Telescope, the largest and most powerful space telescope ever built that will serve as the premier deep space observatory for the next decade. Learn about our ever-expanding view of the universe …

$5 – $6

Planetarium Show: Exploring Exoplanets with the James Webb Space Telescope

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

The world is buzzing about the James Webb Space Telescope, the largest and most powerful space telescope ever built that will serve as the premier deep space observatory for the next decade. Learn about our ever-expanding view of the universe …

$5 – $6

Planetarium Open House

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Celebrate 57 years of the UWM Planetarium with our annual open house. Enjoy free cake plus a live, indoor presentation and stargazing show that will take audience members on an interactive tour of the night sky. Shows will run every …

Free
Event Series Planetarium Show: Northern Lights

Planetarium Show: Northern Lights

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Enjoy the radiance of the night sky and colorful displays of dancing lights with a behind-the-scenes tour of the science behind one of nature’s most remarkable light shows. The program will include an indoor stargazing session of the night sky …

$5 – $6
Event Series Planetarium Show: Northern Lights

Planetarium Show: Northern Lights

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Enjoy the radiance of the night sky and colorful displays of dancing lights with a behind-the-scenes tour of the science behind one of nature’s most remarkable light shows. The program will include an indoor stargazing session of the night sky …

$5 – $6

Event Series Planetarium Show: Northern Lights

Planetarium Show: Northern Lights

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Enjoy the radiance of the night sky and colorful displays of dancing lights with a behind-the-scenes tour of the science behind one of nature’s most remarkable light shows. The program will include an indoor stargazing session of the night sky …

$5 – $6

Planetarium Show: Lunar Light

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Busy on weeknights or need something to do with the kids on the weekend? Our special matinee program sheds light on our closest cosmic neighbor, the Moon. Celebrate 50 years of lunar exploration as we explore topics including lunar eclipses, …

$5 – $6
Event Series Planetarium Show: Under African Skies

Planetarium Show: Under African Skies

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Experience stars, stories, and cultural perspectives across the expansive African continent. Each Wednesday from Feb 8 – 22 features a different guest speaker who will talk about their country, culture, and connections to the night sky. Registration Link: https://uwm.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?SeriesID=19 Schedule …

$5 – $6

Planetarium Show: Stars, Stories, & Rhythms of Africa

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Celebrate Black History Month under the stars! Join us for a night of music, dancing, storytelling, and stargazing. This free event is cosponsored by the Black Student Cultural Center and Sociocultural Programming at UWM. Schedule of Events Planetarium show: 6:10 …

Free

Science Bag: Genes and Environment-Adapting to Changing Conditions

UWM Lapham Hall, Room N103 3209 N. Maryland Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

When environmental conditions change, animals must also change, in order to live.  In this program, we will explore some truly unique ways that animals use to adapt to environmental extremes to enhance survival.  We also look at molecular processes used …

Free
Event Series Planetarium Show: Northern Lights

Planetarium Show: Northern Lights

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Enjoy the radiance of the night sky and colorful displays of dancing lights with a behind-the-scenes tour of the science behind one of nature’s most remarkable light shows. The program will include an indoor stargazing session of the night sky …

$5 – $6

Darwin Day at the Greene Geological Museum

Greene Geological Gallery (Lapham 168) 3209 North Maryland Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Free event for people of all ages! See the spectacular minerals, fossils, and animals of Wisconsin. Hear fascinating lectures by UWM scientists. Attend live animal shows. Experience the UWM Planetarium. And more! For more details on the day's activites see: …

Free

Planetarium Show: Cupid’s Constellations

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Be swept away by stunning images of the cosmos as you listen to tales of love, such as the story of Andromeda and Perseus. The program will include an indoor stargazing session of the night sky followed by the opportunity …

$5 – $6
Event Series Planetarium Show: Under African Skies

Planetarium Show: Under African Skies

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Experience stars, stories, and cultural perspectives across the expansive African continent. Each Wednesday from Feb 8 – 22 features a different guest speaker who will talk about their country, culture, and connections to the night sky. Registration Link: https://uwm.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?SeriesID=19 Schedule …

$5 – $6

Science Bag: Genes and Environment-Adapting to Changing Conditions

UWM Lapham Hall, Room N103 3209 N. Maryland Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

When environmental conditions change, animals must also change, in order to live.  In this program, we will explore some truly unique ways that animals use to adapt to environmental extremes to enhance survival.  We also look at molecular processes used …

Free
Event Series Planetarium Show: Northern Lights

Planetarium Show: Northern Lights

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Enjoy the radiance of the night sky and colorful displays of dancing lights with a behind-the-scenes tour of the science behind one of nature’s most remarkable light shows. The program will include an indoor stargazing session of the night sky …

$5 – $6

Science Bag: Genes and Environment-Adapting to Changing Conditions

UWM Lapham Hall, Room N103 3209 N. Maryland Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

When environmental conditions change, animals must also change, in order to live.  In this program, we will explore some truly unique ways that animals use to adapt to environmental extremes to enhance survival.  We also look at molecular processes used …

Free
Event Series Planetarium Show: Under African Skies

Planetarium Show: Under African Skies

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Experience stars, stories, and cultural perspectives across the expansive African continent. Each Wednesday from Feb 8 – 22 features a different guest speaker who will talk about their country, culture, and connections to the night sky. Registration Link: https://uwm.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?SeriesID=19 Schedule …

$5 – $6