Armagh Planetarium, Scientific education center in Armagh, Northern Ireland.
Armagh Planetarium is a science facility in Northern Ireland featuring a digital dome theater that projects astronomical content across a spherical surface. The building contains interactive exhibits, educational workshops, and several spaces designed to teach visitors of all ages about space and astronomy.
The facility was founded in 1968 and developed into an important location for science education in the region. It works closely with the nearby Armagh Observatory, which has been conducting celestial observations since the 18th century.
The planetarium maintains strong connections with local schools and universities, providing specialized programs that promote astronomy education and scientific discovery among students.
The site is accessible for visitors with mobility needs and the facility provides barrier-free areas. There is a gift shop on site where you can purchase souvenirs and books on astronomy topics.
Visitors can experience the Human Orrery, an outdoor model of the solar system where people become planets and walk along marked ground paths as orbital routes. This hands-on experience allows you to understand the proportions and distances in space through physical movement.
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