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BBC Earth’s ANTARCTICA Premieres in the Northrop Grumman IMAX Theatre
June 2nd, 2021
Clark Planetarium is pleased to announce the opening of BBC Earth’s ANTARCTICA, a new film that will premiere in the Northrop Grumman IMAX Theatre on Saturday, June 5, 2021. The film features Academy Award® nominated actor Benedict Cumberbatch (“Sherlock,” “Doctor Strange”) as he narrates a journey through the most extreme continent on our planet.
Clark Planetarium Premieres BIG ASTRONOMY Dome Show
May 25th, 2021
Clark Planetarium is pleased to announce the opening of “Antarctica,” a new IMAX film that will premiere in the Northrop Grumman IMAX on Saturday, June 5, 2021.
Cosmic Light Shows Return to Clark Planetarium
April 20th, 2021
Clark Planetarium is pleased to announce the long-awaited return of its Cosmic Light Shows starting April 23, 2021.
Clark Planetarium welcomes patrons ‘Back 2 Space’ on March 2
February 24th, 2021
Clark Planetarium is pleased to announce it will re-open on March 2. With COVID safety measures in place, the organization is ready to welcome patrons ‘Back 2 Space’ to enjoy exhibits and shows in the Hansen Dome and Northrop Grumman IMAX Theatres.
Clark Planetarium brings on new associate director
April 15th, 2020
Future technology leaders gather for International Women's Day 2020.
Clark Planetarium, L3Harris, and Girl Scouts of Utah celebrate women in STEM
March 5th, 2020
Future technology leaders gather for International Women's Day 2020.
View the Transit of Mercury
November 12th, 2019
SALT LAKE CITY – People in Salt Lake City saw another exciting astronomical event outside Clark Planetarium when educators set up telescopes to view the Transit of Mercury across the Sun.
New Director of Clark Planetarium
November 5th, 2019
Salt Lake County, UT—Mayor Jenny Wilson and Salt Lake County Community Services Director Holly Yocom are announcing the selection of Lindsie Smith to head Clark Planetarium. Smith recently worked as Clark Planetarium's associate director.
Clark Planetarium Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the First Man on the Moon
July 16th, 2019
Clark Planetarium Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the First Man on the Moon