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The Planetarium at Navarro College

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Planetarium Schedule Notice 

The Planetarium will be closed on the following dates:

  • December 25-27, 2025

  • January 1, 2026 

Modified Hours

From December 19, 2025, through, January 4, 2026, the Planetarium will operate afternoon hours only.  

 

Located in the Cook Education Center, the Planetarium at Navarro College is a large circular theater featuring a 60-foot dome screen and 200 seats. It offers immersive astronomy and science-themed programs for both Navarro College students and the public.  

The planetarium serves as:

  • A Navarro College classroom

  • An educational field trip destination for area schools

  • A learning and entertainment venue for the community

 

Teachers can find field trip information in our Teacher’s Corner. For a full list of programs and showtimes, visit the Planetarium Shows.

 

Academic and Public Use

During the school year:

  • Monday - Friday mornings are reserved for Navarro College courses and scheduled group visits.

  • Afternoons are open to the general public.

 

The planetarium is closed during all college holidays.

 

Public Programming

Throughout the year, the planetarium offers a variety of science and astronomy presentations for general audiences.

Please note:

Schedules may change due to college programming, group reservations, private events, or maintenance needs. Call the Cook Education Center at (903) 875-7596 to confirm current showtimes.

 

Normal Operational Hours

Available for group reservations and presentations.

  • Tuesday- Friday (Group / School Reservations):  10:00 a.m. | 11:00 a.m.

  • Tuesday- Friday (General Admission): 1:00 p.m | 2:00 p.m. | 3:00 p.m. 

 

  • Saturday (Children's Programming): 12:00 p.m.

  • Saturday (General Admission): 1:00 p.m. | 2:00 p.m. 

 

  • Sunday: Planetarium Closed

  • Monday: Planetarium Closed

 

Admissions

  • Public Programming and Private Group Presentations: $3.00 per person (during normal operational hours)

  • After-Hours Private Showings: $600 per hour (maximum group size 200)

 

Contact Information

Andrew Kocurek

Planetarium Director

Phone: (903) 875-7592

Email: Planetarium Office