Abrams Planetarium

Abrams Planetarium is an astronomy education center at Michigan State University with a 141-seat theater designed for immersive learning. The theater uses the Digistar 6 projection system to display detailed astronomical content on a hemispherical dome that surrounds the audience.

The facility was established as an educational outreach unit of Michigan State University's Department of Physics and Astronomy. It has served the public as a key venue for sharing astronomical knowledge and research findings with the wider community.

The facility serves the wider community as a gathering place where people of all ages engage with astronomy and space science. It connects visitors directly with educators who share their passion for understanding the night sky and the cosmos.

The site offers free parking on weekends and after 6 pm in the lot across the street from the entrance. Plan to arrive early to secure good seating for the shows and check the schedule before your visit.

The facility produces a monthly Sky Calendar featuring diagrams and predictions for upcoming astronomical events. This practical guide helps visitors and local astronomy enthusiasts track celestial activity and phenomena throughout the year.

Email: abrams@msu.edu

Website: http://abramsplanetarium.org

GPS coordinates: 42.72560,-84.47600

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:20