The stars are the stars during this live guided tour of the upcoming month’s skies with a staff astronomer, who will talk about where our stars, planets and constellations are headed in our night skies. We’ll also share the most current events in the world of astronomy and open the floor for an always-fun question […]

We unleash the awesome power of The Planetarium during KidSpace, where kids can become scientific masters of the universe! Join us as we take off from the Earth’s surface and fly to places humans have never been: the Sun, planets, other moons in our solar system, newly discovered solar systems in our galaxy and beyond. […]

From low-and no-cost programming to its state-of-the-art Planetarium and Stage 2 Manatee Rehabilitation Habitat, The Bishop plays a central role in the life of the community. This event celebrates The Bishop and all it provides to the community. Please join us for The Bash at The Bishop, an enchanted evening benefiting The Bishop Museum of […]

We unleash the awesome power of The Planetarium during KidSpace, where kids can become scientific masters of the universe! Join us as we take off from the Earth’s surface and fly to places humans have never been: the Sun, planets, other moons in our solar system, newly discovered solar systems in our galaxy and beyond. […]

IQuest is a monthly program for smart, curious middle school students in grades 6 through 8. While each IQuest is different, you can always expect challenging projects and games that inspire out-of-the-box solutions to real world problems.  4-8 p.m. on the second Saturday of most months. Admission is $5. Kids only! Paid reservations required; includes […]

During Lunch & Learn, you bring a bag lunch and we supply plenty of food for thought! Each program features a talk by our staff or a local expert focusing on things happening in The Bishop or a different aspect of the world. Nov. 13: An Ocean of Seafood: Understanding Sustainable Choices, with Christine Michael, […]

Our monthly think + drink / science program transforms The Planetarium into a forum of discussion where you can grab a beer, glass of wine or a soft drink and learn about science in a relaxed, informal setting. The day’s expert gives a short presentation then opens the floor for questions and discussion. $5 for […]

We unleash the awesome power of The Planetarium during KidSpace, where kids can become scientific masters of the universe! Join us as we take off from the Earth’s surface and fly to places humans have never been: the Sun, planets, other moons in our solar system, newly discovered solar systems in our galaxy and beyond. […]

The stars are the stars during this live guided tour of the upcoming month’s skies with a staff astronomer, who will talk about where our stars, planets and constellations are headed in our night skies. We’ll also share the most current events in the world of astronomy and open the floor for an always-fun question […]

During Lunch & Learn, you bring a bag lunch and we supply plenty of food for thought! Each program features a talk by our staff or a local expert focusing on things happening in The Bishop or a different aspect of the world. Dec. 11: Diversity in Motion – Reptiles and Amphibians of Southwest Florida, […]

Our monthly think + drink / science program transforms The Planetarium into a forum of discussion where you can grab a beer, glass of wine or a soft drink and learn about science in a relaxed, informal setting. The day’s expert gives a short presentation then opens the floor for questions and discussion. $5 for […]

We unleash the awesome power of The Planetarium during KidSpace, where kids can become scientific masters of the universe! Join us as we take off from the Earth’s surface and fly to places humans have never been: the Sun, planets, other moons in our solar system, newly discovered solar systems in our galaxy and beyond. […]

IQuest is a monthly program for smart, curious middle school students in grades 6 through 8. While each IQuest is different, you can always expect challenging projects and games that inspire out-of-the-box solutions to real world problems.  4-8 p.m. on the second Saturday of most months. Admission is $5. Kids only! Paid reservations required; includes […]

Back by popular demand, “Star of Bethlehem” explores the question “What was the Star of Bethlehem?” Staff astronomers lead you on this journey to Jerusalem some 2,000 years ago using The Planetarium’sability to travel through time and space. Take a look at the skies and see what the magi saw. Was the star a comet, […]

Back by popular demand, “Star of Bethlehem” explores the question “What was the Star of Bethlehem?” Staff astronomers lead you on this journey to Jerusalem some 2,000 years ago using The Planetarium’s ability to travel through time and space. Take a look at the skies and see what the magi saw. Was the star a comet, […]

We unleash the awesome power of The Planetarium during KidSpace, where kids can become scientific masters of the universe! Join us as we take off from the Earth’s surface and fly to places humans have never been: the Sun, planets, other moons in our solar system, newly discovered solar systems in our galaxy and beyond. […]