Jena, August 16, 2026 – A special astronomical journey awaits visitors starting now at the Zeiss-Planetarium Jena. The program “The Discovery of the Universe” takes guests into the depths of the cosmos, featuring the astronomer Galileo Galilei as a central character.
- Event: The Discovery of the Universe – A Research Journey with Galileo
- Location: Zeiss-Planetarium Jena, Am Planetarium 5, 07743 Jena
- Period: August 16, 2026, to December 16, 2026
- Admission: Regular 13.50 €, Reduced 12.00 €, Family ticket (3 persons) 30.00 € (each additional child 5.00 €)
- Contact: Tel. +49 (0) 3641 885488, E-Mail: order@planetarium-jena.de, Web: www.planetarium-jena.de
Research Journey with Galileo Galilei
In this brilliant 360-degree show, Galileo Galilei personally guides the audience through the program as a historical character. He vividly reports on his groundbreaking observations with the telescope and allows contemporaries to speak, debating old and new worldviews. In addition to the complexity of our solar system and various constellations, the focus is primarily on conveying fundamental celestial phenomena. Following the presentation, the current night sky will be displayed.
Dates and Ticket Information
The program is aimed at families, school classes, and astronomy enthusiasts alike. Tickets are available both in advance and at the box office. The dates for the coming weeks vary:
- Sunday, August 16, 2026, 2:30 PM
- Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 10:00 AM
- Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 1:00 PM
- Sunday, September 27, 2026, 1:00 PM
- Thursday, October 1, 2026, 2:30 PM
Further dates in October, November, and December 2026 can be viewed on the planetarium’s official website.
Background: Astronomy and Tradition in Jena
The Zeiss-Planetarium Jena is the oldest operating planetarium in the world and is considered the cradle of modern projection astronomy. Due to its close connection to the Zeiss works and the city’s scientific tradition, the institution has been offering state-of-the-art multimedia educational programs for decades, making scientific content accessible to a broad audience.
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The Discovery of the Universe – A Research Journey with Galileo
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