Explore the Fleischmann Planetarium
Immerse yourself in a faraway galaxy. Experience Full-Dome Theater shows and engaging educational exhibits at one of Nevada's historic landmark science centers.
Women in Space Event
Thursday, March 21 at 5:00 p.m. | Joe Crowley Student Union
Explore space and aviation with America’s first female Shuttle Commander, Eileen Collins and meet people involved in aerospace college and career pursuits at interactive tables. Then, experience space firsthand in our mobile Space Dome and enjoy astronaut ice cream and other treats.
Discover Science Welcomes Astronaut Al Sacco, Jr.
Thursday, April 25 at 7:00 p.m. | Redfield Auditorium, DMSC 110
What discoveries can be made in space? Astronaut and chemical engineer Al Sacco, Jr. shares his firsthand experience aboard the 1995 Columbia Space Shuttle mission and what scientific findings came from conducting experiments 170 miles above Earth. Please stay for a Discover Science Reception immediately following the presentation.
Upcoming events
Learn more about upcoming events hosted at the Fleischmann Planetarium.
Meet the Planetarium Director
Paul McFarlane is the Director of the Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center. An educator, Paul taught for more than 25 years in the Washoe County School District.
He has studied astronomy and astrophysics at the University of Nevada, Reno’s Department of Physics, doing coursework and research using the MacLean Observatory telescopes at the Redfield Campus. McFarlane also trained at Johnson and Kennedy Space Centers with aerospace and NASA experts in astronomy, engineering and planetary science.