Robeson Planetarium and Science Center
Superintendent Dr. Freddie Williamson
Directed by Ken Brandt
Ken Brandt
Planetarium Director
Public Schools of Robeson County
100 Hargrave Street, Lumberton, NC 28358
kenneth.brandt@robeson.k12.nc.us
Planetarium Open for School and Public Programs
Once Again, we are designated as a Blue Star Museum! This means that we offer military, veterans, and their families entry free of charge from Armed Forces Day through Labor Day (May 20th-Sept. 4th).
If you are a Blue Star family, feel free to reach out at 910-671-6000, x 3381 for program times for you and your family, community group, or summer camp.
We're also a member of the NC Science Network and the NC Science Trail
Check out this Facebook post link about a recent visit to the planetarium by Union Elementary's 2nd grade: https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=pfbid02CR4ZyoEP1Bi44ACprthFaQLamHwQF4w822vpHUuAvb2E4e55UTMrUfMsM3kW4VhUl&id=100088944829161
The Planetarium is open from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. M-F during the school year, and 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. in July
Reservations are required and can be made by contacting Joy Ivey at 910-671-6000, x3381 or joy.ivey@robeson.k12.nc.us.
Fine tuning visits to the planetarium: insider hints-
Write down student questions on 3x5 cards, or something like that. This way, I can answer student questions anonymously for those who are reluctant otherwise.
Weather: here is a link for our own clear sky clock. See whether it'll be clear or cloudy here in SE NC.
Mars Perseverance: Latest Findings
An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.
Benjamin Franklin