UMAC Worldwide Database of University Museums & Collections

Address:
Division of Astronomy & Astrophysics, University of California, Los Angeles, Physics and Astronomy Building, 430 Portola Plaza, Box 951547, Los Angeles, CA 90095-1547 (USA)

Contact:
planet@astro.ucla.edu
Phone: 1-310-825-4434

Additional information:
The UCLA Planetarium (Room MS 8224) is located on the eighth floor of the Mathematical Sciences Building, and the telescopes are located on the ninth floor.

Links:
UCLA Planetarium and Telescope
University of California

Description:
The UCLA Planetarium finished construction in 1957 as part of the Mathematical Sciences Building, and is operated by the UCLA Department of Physics and Astronomy. Over it's lifetime, the 24-foot diameter dome has housed three different star projectors (see below). With seating for 49 people, the UCLA Planetarium is a unique and intimate setting for visitors to learn about the universe. The facility offers shows to introductory astronomy classes, the Los Angeles community, and educational groups. Shows are presented primarily by UCLA Astronomy graduate students.

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