A continuing feature, The Explorers compares ancient Polynesian navigation of its vast ocean nation to humankind's exploration of the stars, including a scheduled 2020 visit to Mars. Planetarium Director Rhett Herman says the show teaches several of Virginia's Standards of Learning for grades K-12, but is entertaining for all ages. The Explorers runs for 50 minutes. The Planetarium is located on the ground floor of Curie Hall, room 43, and seats approximately 32. Advance registration is required for groups of 15 or more.
Admission is free.