Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center, Reno

Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center belongs to the University of Nevada, Reno. Built in 1964, it was the first planetarium in the world offering full-dome films. Today you can see their star shows, temporary science exhibitions and movies in the dome theatre. The “hyperbolic parabaloid” building of the planetarium was designed by local architect Ray Hellman and was included in the National Register of Historic Places. The center is visited by about 45,000 people every year. The gift shop offers a large choice of scientific books, toys, devices and other objects. Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center is open daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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Sight Name: Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center
Sight Location: Reno, USA (See walking tours in Reno)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark

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