Children's Museums

Sudekum Planetarium

Name: Sudekum Planetarium
Address: 800 Fort Negley Blvd, Nashville, TN 37203, Nashville, TN, US
Telephone: (615) 862-5160
Rating: 4.5

★★★★☆ 4.5 (89 reviews)

📍 800 Fort Negley Blvd, Nashville, TN 37203

📞 (615) 862-5160

🌐 www.adventuresci.org/planetarium

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🕐 Hours

Monday	9 AM–3 PM
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	Closed
Thursday	9 AM–3 PM
Friday	9 AM–3 PM
Saturday	9 AM–5 PM
Sunday	9 AM–5 PM

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About Sudekum Planetarium

Sudekum Planetarium is a children's museum in Nashville, TN. Impression 5 Science Center operates over 150+ hands-on educational play activities across multiple themed exhibit areas, making it one of the most activity-dense science centers with exhibits ranging from Ocean Bound to nuclear science (SMASH). Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 89 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Planetarium
Best For: All Ages
Exhibits: GOTO Chiron optical star projector with 6.5+ million stars, 7K Digistar 7 fulldome system, laser shows, live night sky tours
Admission: Planetarium show tickets required in addition to Adventure Science Center exhibit admission or active membership. Children under age 2 in adult's lap do not require planetarium tickets.

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Impression 5 Science Center operates over 150+ hands-on educational play activities across multiple themed exhibit areas, making it one of the most activity-dense science centers with exhibits ranging from Ocean Bound to nuclear science (SMASH)
⭐The First Impression Room is specifically designed as a shoe-free zone for infants and toddlers (ages birth-4) with dedicated amenities including crocs for water play, stroller parking, family restrooms, and private nursing rooms
⭐The science center offers overnight Adventure experiences and specialized programming including sensory-friendly hours, a Teen Think Tank program, and Youth Action Council for grades 5-12
⭐Impression 5 maintains rotating traveling exhibits that change annually, with the Ocean Bound exhibit scheduled through May 3, 2026, indicating a dynamic exhibition model
⭐The center achieves a high visitor satisfaction rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,661 reviews, with particular praise for diverse activities suitable for all ages from toddlers to adults

💬 What Visitors Say

💡The First Impression Room is a shoe-free zone with complimentary crocs available—perfect for the water table activities. Take advantage of the dedicated storage area to park your stroller and hang diaper bags, keeping your hands free to engage with exhibits.
💬Plan to spend 3+ hours to experience the diverse activities. Prioritize the most popular exhibits first (bubble station, water area, paper airplane launcher) as they tend to draw crowds, then explore rotating exhibits and quieter hands-on stations later in your visit.
💡Take advantage of the private nursing room and family restroom facilities available on-site, allowing caregivers to manage young children's needs comfortably without interrupting the educational experience.
💡Visiting with a 5-year-old or younger? The toddler room offers age-appropriate sensory experiences and lower-intensity activities. Combine this with the water room and bubble area for a well-rounded experience tailored to younger children.
💡Check the museum's schedule for rotating traveling exhibits (Ocean Bound exhibit through May 3, 2026) and special programs like 'When I Grow Up' career exploration series or Make It! Workshops to maximize educational value and ensure new experiences on repeat visits.