TJC Earth and Space Science Center Featuring Hudnall Planetarium

TJC Earth and Space Science Center Featuring Hudnall Planetarium This ain't your daddy's planetarium. You need to come see it for yourself!

For decades, East Texas schoolchildren were introduced to science and space at Tyler Junior College’s Hudnall Planetarium. When the lights dimmed, all eyes turned skyward and imaginations were sparked as the mysteries of the universe unfolded. The new Center for Earth & Space Science Education at TJC brings this life-changing experience to a new generation of East Texans. State-of-the-art faciliti

es and expanded programming make the new center a premier field trip destination for surrounding schools and an educational attraction for TJC and the community at large. In addition to a hands-on exhibit area, instructional/workshop space and a series of outdoor educational plazas, the Center features a domed theater equipped with Digistar 5, the latest in digital projection technology. TJC is one of only two facilities in Texas to utilize this new system – and one of only 50 worldwide. Similar to IMAX, the Digistar 5 offers giant-screen capabilities which can showcase astronomy and other science-based programming, as well as geography and history programming.

In celebration of Artemis II's successful journey around the dark side of the moon, this month's LASER Rock and Roll Sat...
04/13/2026

In celebration of Artemis II's successful journey around the dark side of the moon, this month's LASER Rock and Roll Saturday will include feature: "Laser Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon" on April 18 at 7pm. Get your tickets here
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Email from Center for Earth & Space Science Education Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon       LASER Rock & Roll Saturday April 18 at 7pm   Looking for something fun and unique to do this Saturday nig

04/08/2026

Are you looking for a fun and free event that is perfect for the whole family? We are excited to be hosting our monthly Star Party Saturday event this weekend, April 11 from 8:00pm-9:30pm.
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The TJC Earth & Space Science Center will be closed Friday April 3 & Saturday April 4 for the holiday weekend. Our Star ...
04/02/2026

The TJC Earth & Space Science Center will be closed Friday April 3 & Saturday April 4 for the holiday weekend. Our Star Party has also been rescheduled to April 11.
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Email from Center for Earth & Space Science Education Star Party Rescheduled to April 11   Closed Friday April 3 & Saturday April 4 The TJC Earth & Space Science Center will be closed Friday April 3 &

Our monthly Star Party has been rescheduled to April 11 due to the holiday weekend.  You can find more information at th...
03/31/2026

Our monthly Star Party has been rescheduled to April 11 due to the holiday weekend. You can find more information at the link below:
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Email from Center for Earth & Space Science Education       Star Party Rescheduled For  Saturday April 11   **Our monthly Star Party for the month of April has been rescheduled to April 11 due to th

Looking for something out of this world to do over Spring Break? Our extended hours begin today, March 10-14! https://co...
03/10/2026

Looking for something out of this world to do over Spring Break? Our extended hours begin today, March 10-14! https://conta.cc/3Nbd07G

Email from Center for Earth & Space Science Education Spring Break Schedule March 10-14   SPRING BREAK SCHEDULE MARCH 10-14   We are excited to announce special operating hours during spring break.

Join us for our extended Spring Break hours next week from March 10-14! https://conta.cc/3MZcWrz
03/06/2026

Join us for our extended Spring Break hours next week from March 10-14! https://conta.cc/3MZcWrz

Email from Center for Earth & Space Science Education Spring Break Schedule March 10-14   SPRING BREAK SCHEDULE MARCH 10-14   We are excited to announce special operating hours during spring break.

Are you looking for a fun and free event that is perfect for the whole family? We are excited to be hosting our monthly ...
02/03/2026

Are you looking for a fun and free event that is perfect for the whole family? We are excited to be hosting our monthly Star Party Saturday event this weekend, Feb 7 from 8:00pm-9:30pm.
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Email from Center for Earth & Space Science Education       Star Party Saturday February 7   Are you looking for a fun and free event that is perfect for the whole family? We are excited to be hosting

NASA is nearing final preparations to send people back to the moon, as early as next week. If you are interested in lear...
01/30/2026

NASA is nearing final preparations to send people back to the moon, as early as next week. If you are interested in learning more about the Artemis program, come check out our show “Forward! To The Moon” playing daily at 3pm.

NASA is targeting Feb. 2 to begin fueling the Artemis II rocket as a part of the wet dress rehearsal test. With this change, the first potential opportunity to launch our crewed lunar mission is no earlier than Feb. 8.

Over the past several days, engineers have been closely monitoring conditions as cold weather and winds move through Florida. Managers have assessed hardware capabilities against the projected forecast given the rare arctic outbreak affecting the state and decided to change the timeline. Teams and preparations at the launch pad remain ready for the wet dress rehearsal.

While NASA will wait to set a launch date until teams have reviewed the outcome of the wet dress rehearsal, Feb. 6 and Feb. 7, are no longer viable opportunities. Any additional delays would result in a day for day change. https://go.nasa.gov/4kcbyho

01/28/2026

Classes and business operations at TJC return to normal on Thursday, Jan. 29. We look forward to welcoming our TJC family back to all locations.

01/28/2026

Out of an abundance of caution due to remaining icy conditions on our sites, as well as anticipated below-freezing temperatures, all TJC locations will be closed on Wednesday, Jan 28.

The health and well-being of our students and employees are our highest priority and we urge everyone to be cautious during this winter weather.

01/26/2026

Due to below-freezing temperatures, current road conditions, and specifically because of concerns for the safety of our students and employees, all TJC locations will be closed on Tuesday, Jan 27.

The health and well-being of our students and employees are our highest priority and we urge everyone to be cautious during this winter weather. Please support city and county efforts to maintain road safety.

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1411 E Lake Street
Tyler, TX
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Tuesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday 10:30am - 4:30pm

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