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IN-PERSON FIELD TRIPS

Field trips to the Jordan Planetarium are offered to students of all ages, from kindergarten to university level. Over 40 unique programs are available covering topics in astronomy, biology, chemistry, earth and climate sciences, history of flight and space travel, cultural astronomy, and much more. All programs include a tour of Maine's night sky. Programs are aligned with NGSS and state science curriculum and can be tailored to teacher requests. Hands-on activities are available in the center's multi-purpose room.

supports classroom learning in:
Astronomy, STEAM

topics covered:
Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Climate, Earth Science, History, History of Flight, Light, Physics, Space Exploration, World Cultures.

contact info
Phone: 207-581-1341
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: 50 max. Program Type: Day Trips, Shows Recomm. Length of Visit: 2-4 hours. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies. Registration: Online, Phone. Food Options: Indoor seating available Cost: Fee Accessible To: PD

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Versant Power Astronomy Center and the Maynard Jordon Planetarium

The Emera Astronomy Center and M.F. Jordan Planetarium offers a variety of unique, immersive public and private planetarium programs; school, homeschool, and scout programming; facility rentals; and birthday events. Part of the University of Maine, the Center hosts a series of science lectures on various topics. It is the most technologically advanced facility in the state of Maine with digital 4K projection capability. Emera Astronomy Center is home to the Clark Telescope which is open for stargazing on Friday evenings following public programs and for special events.

contact info

Hrs: See website.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

Planetarium Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

Earth has more exposed water than land.  Three quarters of the Earth is covered by water! The earth has one moon.

Venus is the brightest planet in our sky and can sometimes be seen with the naked eye if you know where to look.  It is the solar system’s brightest planet — yellow clouds of sulfuric acid reflect the sun’s light.

Jupiter is so big that you could fit all the other planets in the solar system inside it.

Pluto is no longer considered a planet — instead, astronomers call it a dwarf planet or planetoid.

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IN-PERSON FIELD TRIPS

Scouts can visit the Jordan Planetarium for a wide range of shows, including films on the history of flight and astronomy, mythology, ancient civilizations, black holes, space travel, weather, physics, and more. The Clark Telescope is available by reservation for stargazing. The planetarium conducts annual scout days to support badges and can serve as a resource to scout leaders on astronomy and space science topics.

supports scout badges in:
Science, Technology.

topics covered:
Astronomy, Biology, Climate, Earth Science, Engineering, History, History of Flight, Light, Physics, Space Exploration.

contact info
Phone: 207-581-1341
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: 50 max. Program Type: Day Trips, Performances. Recomm. Length of Visit: 2-4 hours. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies. Registration: Online, Phone. Food Options: Indoor seating available. Cost: Fee Accessible To: PD.

ABOUT

Versant Power Astronomy Center and the Maynard Jordon Planetarium

The Emera Astronomy Center and M.F. Jordan Planetarium offers a variety of unique, immersive public and private planetarium programs; school, homeschool, and scout programming; facility rentals; and birthday events. Part of the University of Maine, the Center hosts a series of science lectures on various topics. It is the most technologically advanced facility in the state of Maine with digital 4K projection capability. Emera Astronomy Center is home to the Clark Telescope which is open for stargazing on Friday evenings following public programs and for special events.

contact info

Hrs: See website.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

Planetarium Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

Earth has more exposed water than land.  Three quarters of the Earth is covered by water! The earth has one moon.

Venus is the brightest planet in our sky and can sometimes be seen with the naked eye if you know where to look.  It is the solar system’s brightest planet — yellow clouds of sulfuric acid reflect the sun’s light.

Jupiter is so big that you could fit all the other planets in the solar system inside it.

Pluto is no longer considered a planet — instead, astronomers call it a dwarf planet or planetoid.

View Lesson Plan>>

IN-PERSON FIELD TRIPS

Campers can enjoy a wide range of shows at the Planetarium. They can learn about the history of flight and astronomy, mythology as it relates to the stars, ancient civilizations, black holes, space travel, weather, physics, and more. The Clark Telescope is available for camp reservations for stargazing. The Planetarium also offers birthday parties! Birthday groups can enjoy a show of their choosing, have their party in the multi-purpose room, and pick up grab bags with fun celestial items.

topics covered:
Astronomy, Biology, Climate, Earth Science, History, Light, Physics.

contact info
Phone: 207-581-1341
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: 50 max. Program Type: Day Trips, Performances. Recomm. Length of Visit: 2-4 hours. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies. Registration: Online, Phone. Food Options: Indoor seating available. Cost: Fee Accessible To: PD.

ABOUT

Versant Power Astronomy Center and the Maynard Jordon Planetarium

The Emera Astronomy Center and M.F. Jordan Planetarium offers a variety of unique, immersive public and private planetarium programs; school, homeschool, and scout programming; facility rentals; and birthday events. Part of the University of Maine, the Center hosts a series of science lectures on various topics. It is the most technologically advanced facility in the state of Maine with digital 4K projection capability. Emera Astronomy Center is home to the Clark Telescope which is open for stargazing on Friday evenings following public programs and for special events.

contact info

Hrs: See website.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

Planetarium Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

Earth has more exposed water than land.  Three quarters of the Earth is covered by water! The earth has one moon.

Venus is the brightest planet in our sky and can sometimes be seen with the naked eye if you know where to look.  It is the solar system’s brightest planet — yellow clouds of sulfuric acid reflect the sun’s light.

Jupiter is so big that you could fit all the other planets in the solar system inside it.

Pluto is no longer considered a planet — instead, astronomers call it a dwarf planet or planetoid.

View Lesson Plan>>

IN-PERSON FIELD TRIPS

Homeschool students can visit the Jordan Planetarium and view programs on the history of flight and astronomy, mythology, ancient civilizations, black holes, space travel, weather, physics, and more. Hands-on activities in the multi-purpose room are available by reservation before or after programs.

supports classroom learning in:
STEAM.

topics covered:
Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Climate, Earth Science, History, History of Flight, Light, Physics, Space Exploration, World Cultures.

contact info
Phone: 207-581-1341
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: 50 max. Program Type: Performances. Recomm. Length of Visit: 2-4 hours. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies. Registration: Online, Phone. Food Options: Indoor seating available. Cost: Fee Accessible To: PD.

ABOUT

Versant Power Astronomy Center and the Maynard Jordon Planetarium

The Emera Astronomy Center and M.F. Jordan Planetarium offers a variety of unique, immersive public and private planetarium programs; school, homeschool, and scout programming; facility rentals; and birthday events. Part of the University of Maine, the Center hosts a series of science lectures on various topics. It is the most technologically advanced facility in the state of Maine with digital 4K projection capability. Emera Astronomy Center is home to the Clark Telescope which is open for stargazing on Friday evenings following public programs and for special events.

contact info

Hrs: See website.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

Planetarium Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

Earth has more exposed water than land.  Three quarters of the Earth is covered by water! The earth has one moon.

Venus is the brightest planet in our sky and can sometimes be seen with the naked eye if you know where to look.  It is the solar system’s brightest planet — yellow clouds of sulfuric acid reflect the sun’s light.

Jupiter is so big that you could fit all the other planets in the solar system inside it.

Pluto is no longer considered a planet — instead, astronomers call it a dwarf planet or planetoid.

View Lesson Plan>>

FAMILY OUTINGS

Families can visit the Jordan Planetarium for public shows on a variety of topics including astronomy, constellation stories, ancient civilizations, black holes, exo-planets, space travel, weather, physics, and much more. Public shows are offered on Friday evenings and Sunday afternoons each week with programs changing each month, plus special programming during school breaks and summer matinees. The Planetarium offers birthday parties and can be rented for anniversaries or weddings, and other special events!

topics covered:
Astronomy, Biology, Climate, Earth Science, Engineering, History, History of Flight, Light, Physics, Space Exploration.

contact info
Phone: 207-581-1341
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Program Type: Day Trips, Performances. Recomm. Length of Visit: 2-4 hours. Food Options: Bring your own, Indoor seating available. Cost: Fee

ABOUT

Versant Power Astronomy Center and the Maynard Jordon Planetarium

The Emera Astronomy Center and M.F. Jordan Planetarium offers a variety of unique, immersive public and private planetarium programs; school, homeschool, and scout programming; facility rentals; and birthday events. Part of the University of Maine, the Center hosts a series of science lectures on various topics. It is the most technologically advanced facility in the state of Maine with digital 4K projection capability. Emera Astronomy Center is home to the Clark Telescope which is open for stargazing on Friday evenings following public programs and for special events.

contact info

Hrs: See website.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

Planetarium Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

Earth has more exposed water than land.  Three quarters of the Earth is covered by water! The earth has one moon.

Venus is the brightest planet in our sky and can sometimes be seen with the naked eye if you know where to look.  It is the solar system’s brightest planet — yellow clouds of sulfuric acid reflect the sun’s light.

Jupiter is so big that you could fit all the other planets in the solar system inside it.

Pluto is no longer considered a planet — instead, astronomers call it a dwarf planet or planetoid.

View Lesson Plan>>