Flint observatory
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Flint observatory is home to the Longway Planetarium, Michigan's largest planetarium, on the Flint Cultural Center Campus.
About Flint observatory
Built in 1958, the Longway Planetarium features a dome 88 feet wide and 40 feet high, with seating for 129 people in reclining seats. Rather than a traditional research observatory, the site primarily functions as a planetarium offering public astronomy programming.
Telescopes & research
Programs at Longway Planetarium include solar system classes, general science shows, full-dome IMAX presentations, music light shows, and laser light shows, alongside hands-on science field trips, Scout programs, and summer camps.
Location & getting there
Flint observatory is located at 1310 E Kearsley St on the Flint Cultural Center Campus in Flint, Michigan, United States, within the North America region on Star Register.
Visiting Flint observatory
Longway Planetarium offers educational and entertaining astronomy shows daily. Check the venue's current schedule before visiting, as show times and programs vary.
See your named star from here
A visit to Longway Planetarium is a great way to get familiar with the night sky, and a star named through Star Register gives you exact coordinates to look for on your own. Name a star or browse the star catalogue.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
