Discovering Venus: The Dawn of Planetary Exploration

The brightest dot in our night sky, Venus, has captivated humanity for centuries, its thick, cloud-covered atmosphere concealing the true nature of the world beneath. Once imagined as a tropical world teeming with life, it is now known as Earth’s scorching, high-pressure (perhaps evil) twin. But how did we uncover the secrets hidden beneath its clouds? The answer lies in decades of daring missions, fierce competition, and remarkable breakthroughs. Join us for this show as we revisit the milestones, mysteries, and challenges we encountered as we explored this hostile world, and look ahead to a new era of missions set to uncover Venus’ secrets.

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A note that this show is not specifically designed for kids – if you are interested in a show designed for a younger audience, please consider our Introductory Astronomy for Kids options (typically on the first Wednesday or the third Saturday of each month).

Visitor note: Advance online ticket purchase is recommended. Late arrivals are not admitted.