Most reviewed Observatories & Planetariums in Illinois

  1. 4.5 William M. Staerkel Planetarium (20 reviews)
    - Church members and families
    Observatories & Planetariums
    William M. Staerkel Planetarium image
    Spectacular facility and a very experienced and knowledgeable host, program director and narrator rolled into one, namely Dave Leake. No matter what the show you learn and are entertained. Our church has come over every year for the past 3 years. For all ages. Cost is reasonable for what you get. See more..
  2. 4.0 Strickler Planetarium (10 reviews)
    - Pretty boring shows
    Spent 1-2 hours Observatories & Planetariums
    Boring and amateurish shows. Not worth walking in the rain or snow to get to on campus. Too small to really do a professional job. See more..
  3. 5.0 Triton College Cernan Earth and Space Center (3 reviews)
    - Best kept secret of River Grove
    Spent 2-3 hours Observatories & Planetariums
    Triton College Cernan Earth and Space Center image
    The Cernan Earth and Space Center is a planetarium on the campus of Triton College in the Chicago suburb of River Grove and it is open to public. It is named for astronaut Eugene Cernan (who was from Chicago), who flew aboard the Gemini 9 and Apollo 10 missions and, as commander of Apollo 17, was the last astronaut on the moon. The Cernan Center presents a wide range of programs to persons of all ages who attend its special school and group presentations and weekend public programs. Don't forget to stop at the Star Store gift shop (also online). Open all year, however for general public primary offering is its schedule of dome theater programs on Friday nights, Saturday nights and Sunday afternoons. See more..
  4. 5.0 Doug Firebaugh Observatory (2 reviews)
    - Check out the planets, stars, etc. in Freeport, IL/northern IL
    Saturday: 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM Observatories & Planetariums
    Awesome observatory in Freeport, IL/northern IL area. Great for friends/family to view major cosmic events. Open certain days and hours but worth a visit with the entire family. See more..

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