Prescott Guide introduces the Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott

Planetarium in prescott and Embry Riddle Aeronautical University - Article by Prescott Guide
Were you aware that Arizona has a planetarium? Prescott Guide introduces the Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott.

The Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium in beautiful northern Arizona offers shows free to the public! The shows are held most Friday evenings and Saturday afternoons, and tickets can be reserved in advance for upcoming events. Take thrilling tours of the farthest reaches of the galaxy. Get an up-close look at our own moon. These full-dome planetarium productions will astound you and your family and friends!

The Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium is an excellent resource to our faculty and students. The planetarium brings quality programs to the greater Prescott and Quad-City area. Through the support of the public, new and different programs are brought to audiences continually.

The Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium’s goal is to serve a wide and diverse audience of science and space enthusiasts. Two operations specialize in serving different segments of the community: the STEM Outreach team, and the planetarium team.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott, Arizona would be a great place to host your next conference, retreat, or residential event! In addition to reserving the Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium, formal and casual meeting facilities are available as well as residential accommodations. Multiple athletic facilities and beautiful campus settings will make your upcoming event a success!

Visit the only Arizona planetarium north of Phoenix, the Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott. Prescott Guide invites you to join us for fun year 'round and enjoy all the great things Prescott has to offer. For more information, visit http://www.prescottguide.com.

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