The Illinois State University Planetarium will present Mayan Archaeoastronomy: Observers of the Universe, running weekends from March 24 through May 6. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. on Fridays, and 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Saturdays. There are no shows on April 1.
Mayan Archaeoastronomy is a unique planetarium show intertwining science and mythology. The viewer takes a poetic journey exploring how the ancient Maya viewed and understood the Universe. This feast of colors and sounds makes for an artistic interpretation of the Universe that you’ll long remember. Stunning 360° visuals create the impression of being inside a beautiful, stylized painting.
Mayan Archaeoastronomy includes a tour of six Maya temples at San Gervasio, Chichen Itzá, Uxmal, Edzná, Palenque, and Bonampak. The importance of the orientation of the temples in relation to the movements of the Sun, Moon, and Venus is vividly depicted.
After each program, we point out highlights found in the current evening sky. These include the bright stars, constellations, and planets currently visible from Central Illinois.
Admission to the Illinois State University Planetarium is $5 for adults; $4 for children ages 5-12, seniors, and ISU ID holders; and $3 for children ages 3-4. Cash or checks only. Tickets may be purchased next to the Planetarium beginning 20 minutes before each show. Seating is limited.
The ISU Planetarium is located in the Felmley Hall of Science Annex, at the intersection of College Avenue and School Street, in Normal. Free parking is available a short distance from the ISU Planetarium in University parking lot F-67, on the east side of School Street.
For more information, please call the ISU Planetarium’s Skyline at (309) 438-5007 or visit the Illinois State University Planetarium website.
