Michael and Kimthanh Lê Planetarium — ODU
Old Dominion University’s 48-foot planetarium in Norfolk offers weekly public shows and special astronomy programming.
Current schedule & tickets →
Local Planetariums
Three Hampton Roads institutions offer public astronomy beneath the dome—and, in some cases, telescopes outside it.
Chesapeake Planetarium
Chesapeake Parks, Recreation and Tourism operates the city’s 30-foot dome at 310 Shea Drive. Programming is currently limited while the facility develops new programs and upgrades.
Current programs →Virginia Living Museum — Abbitt Planetarium
The Newport News museum combines daily planetarium programming with an observatory and monthly evening stargazing events.
Current schedule & stargazing →