Welcome to the Montréal Planetarium


NEWS AND EVENTS


NOW SHOWING

The Quest for Galactium Saturn: Beyond the Rings
In Search of our Cosmic Origins

FREE EXHIBIT

The New Planétarium Rio Tinto Alcan architectural design competition exhibit
 

THE STARS PUT ON A SHOW

Special evenings of stargazing, presented by Rio Tinto Alcan

OSM/Loto-Québec Concerts in the Parks: Free outdoor concerts by the Montreal Symphony Orchestra, followed by a telescope viewing session.

  • Tuesday, July 27, from 9 to 11 p.m., at Parc Maisonneuve (Viau metro station);
  • Thursday, July 28, from 9 to 11 p.m., at Terrebonne Historic Site;
  • Friday, July 30, from 9 to 11 p.m., at Parc Regard-sur-le-Fleuve in Sorel-Tracy.

Upcoming sessions

The Perseids at Parc national des Îles-de-Boucherville: Watch for shooting stars from this famous meteor shower, and peek at the planets through telescopes. Free activity, but SÉPAQ will be charging the regular admission fees to the Park.

  • Wednesday and Thursday, August 11 and 12, from 9:00 to 11:30 p.m.
 

The Planetarium   Background information about the Montréal Planetarium: mission, history, location and directions, parking, lodging, etc.

Now Showing   Multimedia shows now playing, show times, and admission.

Groups   For school and other groups: Reservation conditions & procedure, and group rates

Educational Activities Multimedia shows for school groups, lesson plans and classroom kits, workshops for teachers, career day, etc.

What's Up    General information about astronomy: current night sky, upcoming celestial events, astronomical links and resources, etc.

Media   Our virtual Press Room, intended for the media and the tourist industry: press releases, press kit, media contacts, image bank (restricted access)

FAQ   Frequently Asked Questions about astronomy in general, as well as about the Planetarium.

IYA 2009   In 2009, we celebrated the International Year of Astronomy with an assortment of special events and activities. (Legacy section.)


 

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Credits.  Last Modified: 2010-06-30