Free ESU planetarium show explores invisible universe in February
Emporia, KS (01/30/2026) — Emporia State University's Peterson Planetarium gives attendees an awe-inspiring look at the cosmos in the latest presentation "Unveiling the Invisible Universe," showing throughout February.
Narrated by Gregory Patrick Karr, the fulldome planetarium show takes viewers back to the 17th century with Galileo, whose invention of the telescope revolutionized understanding of the universe. Then, learn how rockets made it possible to observe X-ray and gamma-ray radiation before exploring how experimentation with gravitational waves from two merging black holes opened a new window in astrophysics. Finally, Mark Brown, Peterson Planetarium director, invites guests to tour the night sky over Emporia followed by a Q&A session.
Shows are free and open to the public. Seating is limited and each attendee must register individually online at emporia.edu/planetarium.
Show dates and times for "Unveiling the Invisible Universe" are:
- Thursday, Feb. 5 at 4 p.m.
- Wednesday, Feb. 11 at 6 p.m.
- Saturday, Feb. 14 at 10 a.m.
- Thursday, Feb. 19 at 4 p.m.
- Wednesday, Feb. 25 at 6 p.m.
About Emporia State University
Emporia State University offers a range of academic programs through its seven schools: Applied Health Sciences, Business and Technology, Humanities and Social Sciences, Library and Information Management and Library and Archives, Science and Mathematics and Visual and Performing Arts, along with The Teachers College.
ESU stands out for its innovative education practices. It ensures accessible education by offering in-state tuition rates to full-time undergraduate students from all lower-48 United States. Additionally, full-time undergraduates benefit from flat-rate tuition - students enrolled in 12 or more credit hours with at least one credit hour on campus pay a flat rate.
For more information on how to build your future at Emporia State University, please visit www.emporia.edu.
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Gwendolynne Larson, ESU director of media relations, (620) 341-5528, glarson1@emporia.eduShare this Story
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