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  • Mindful Moments in the Chemistry Courtyard on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 from 2:00 - 4:00 pm.

    Mindful Moments: Sustain Yourself, Sustain the Earth

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    UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 E Kenwood Blvd #139, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Drop in for a mindfulness break in the Chemistry Courtyard! Recharge with stargazing shows inside the planetarium and outdoor activities such as DIY microgreen kits, DIY bird feeders, art projects, and green walking tours. Explore the courtyard and take a …

  • Stars and S'mores. Saturday, August 29 from 7 - 9 p.m.

    Stars and S’mores

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    UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 E Kenwood Blvd #139, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Enjoy a fun night of stargazing and delicious s'mores! Join us outside while roasting marshmallows, playing games, and meeting new people. S’mores kits are free (one per person while supplies last). Catch a free 20-minute indoor planetarium stargazing show. Planetarium …

  • Mindfulness Under the Stars. Tuesday, September 15 from 12:30 - 1:00 pm

    Mindfulness Under the Stars

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    Take a break with 30 minutes of guided mindfulness and stargazing activities! Hosted by the UWM Planetarium in partnership with the Student Health and Wellness Center. To attend, please register using the form below.

  • Observe the Moon Night, Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 7 - 9 p.m.

    Observe the Moon Night

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    UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 E Kenwood Blvd #139, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    It’s International Observe the Moon Night! This event, created by NASA, is happening all over the country and around the world. Join the planetarium in celebrating our closest celestial neighbor, the Moon. You can catch one of our free 20-minute …

  • Doors Open, September 26 and 27, 2026

    Doors Open

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    UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 E Kenwood Blvd #139, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Join us for Doors Open Milwaukee! Find out why the UWM Planetarium is Milwaukee’s hidden gem. Enjoy a free, 20-minute indoor stargazing show featuring a tour of the night sky and the constellations. Shows will take place inside the Planetarium …

  • Doors Open, September 26 and 27, 2026

    Doors Open

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    UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 E Kenwood Blvd #139, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Join us for Doors Open Milwaukee! Find out why the UWM Planetarium is Milwaukee’s hidden gem. Enjoy a free, 20-minute indoor stargazing show featuring a tour of the night sky and the constellations. Shows will take place inside the Planetarium …

  • A Night in Brazil Wed October 14 from 7:00 - 8:00 pm

    A Night in Brazil

    UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 E Kenwood Blvd #139, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Celebrate Latine Heritage Month with a night of sounds, stories, and stars! UWM's very own Susana Antunes will take us to Brazil to explore the Guarani-Kaiowá cosmos through ancestral narratives and Indigenous constellations. The program closes with a tour of …