America 250 in the Planetarium

Join a fascinating look at how the United States and Soviet Union shaped space exploration, from their earliest competition through eventual partnership. Teaching Professor Daria Filippova will walk your family through the space race's biggest moments—from the first satellite and animals in orbit to the Apollo-Soyuz mission and the International Space Station. She brings personal passion to the topic, having visited launch sites and museums across both the American and Russian space programs throughout her life. The evening includes a presentation followed by the planetarium show "Dawn of the Space Age," giving kids and adults alike an immersive experience of this pivotal chapter in history. Best for families with kids interested in space, history, or science, this program is completely free and requires no registration. It's part of a larger series celebrating American achievement across astronomy, history, art, and music.