Welcome! The Whitworth Ferguson Planetarium offers a variety of programs about our solar
system, our universe, and current events in astronomy and space science.
Click on the links above and below for information about current and upcoming public shows,
scheduling a show for your school or private group, or information about the planetarium itself.
The planetarium is located in the Science Building at Buffalo State College. Shows are held rain or shine.
or by leaving a message at 716-878-4911
Please Note: The planetarium gets dark during night sky simulations, so please take this into account for children. Most programs are not appropriate for children younger than 6 years old. Also, there is no food or drink allowed into the theater. Cell phones must be off/silent, and please be aware there can be no "High Tech Clothing" admitted during the show as any sound and lights will interfere with other guests' enjoyment.
Whitworth Ferguson Planetarium
Department of Earth Sciences and Science Education
Buffalo State College
Buffalo, NY 14222
(716) 878-4911
If you know which show you would like to attend, please reserve your seats
Directions to the planetarium are available here
Current Programs:
Reservations are STRONGLY recommended. If shows become fully booked, unclaimed reservations will be released 10 minutes prior to the show. We also take group reservations. Visit the "more info" page a particular show for ticket prices and other detailed information.
Upcoming Programs:
For more information about a specific show, click on the information link below the show image.
Click here for our full 2012 schedule. Please check back often for schedule updates.
May 4 - June 9
Fridays @ 8:00 pm
Saturdays @ 2:00 pm
Wonders of the
Springtime Sky
Image: Alan Dyer
May 12 - June 16
Saturdays @ 7:00 pm
THE SUN
Our Star and Other Solar Systems
More Info Coming Soon
June 15 - July 14
Fridays @ 8:00 pm
Saturdays @ 2:00 pm
Includes a Summer Sky show
