100 Years of the Planetarium
Planetariums have long been a source of inspiration for children and adults alike. This year, the IAU Office for Astronomy Outreach (OAO) will team up with the International Planetarium Society (IPS) to continue the legacy of 100 Hours of Astronomy and celebrate 100 Years of the Planetarium.
With the increasing threat of satellite trails and light pollution to our skies, planetariums are dark sky oases: sanctuaries for night sky enthusiasts, exposing the public to the Universe.
Even in locations where the night sky is protected from city lights, planetariums can be a powerful educational tool for understanding the Universe and our place within it.