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Visitor tip
Reserve a private planetarium show in advance for a more personalized experience. The venue offers private show reservations as an alternative to scheduled public showings, which works especially well for families wanting to customize their visit.
Visitor tip
Visit the dinosaurs and birds exhibit and explore the hands-on science addition with kids—these are specifically highlighted as highly educational and engaging. Don't miss the included butterfly house in the back, which visitors consistently praise.
Best time
Arrive early or plan a weekday visit to enjoy the museum's stunning architecture (radius ceiling, spiral stairs, millwork) without crowds. The building itself is an architectural gem that enhances the overall experience.
About Fairbanks Museum & Planetarium
Museum with science & space exhibits. Natural history museum with over 30,000 specimens, artifacts & photographs, plus a planetarium.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Planetarium
- Location
- Only public planetarium in Vermont
- Highlights
- Live astronomy shows, full-dome films on extreme weather and dinosaurs, private show rentals
- Membership
- Available with member benefits
What visitors say
What a great place. We have been here a few times. Every time we go.. I get a "night in the museum" feeling. The buildings architecture, that radius ceiling, the spiral stairs, and the millwork alone is amazing, what craftsmanship.…
cool little museum with interesting artifacts in a beautiful older building. gift shop was nice and had museum themed shirts, hats and stickers.
We stopped here while passing by and would recommend for 2+ hours. It is both a classic museum AND a great experience for small kids, too - specifically the science addition with hands on exhibits. There was an exhibit about dinosaurs…
From 229 Google reviews
Did You Know?
- The museum features over 30,000 specimens, artifacts, and photographs in its natural history collection
- The Lyman Spitzer Jr. Planetarium offers full-dome films with specialized programs including topics like extreme weather, dinosaurs of Antarctica, space stations, and flying monsters
- The museum's building features distinctive architectural elements including a radius ceiling and spiral stairs that visitors specifically highlight as examples of exceptional craftsmanship
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