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Morehead Planetarium and Science Center

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center is a science & technology museum & planetarium in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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About this museum

What is Morehead Planetarium and Science Center?

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center is located on the campus of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. As a unit of the university, Morehead receives about one-third of its funding through state sources, one-third through ticket and gift sales, and one-third through gifts and grants.

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The record

Museum details

Name
Morehead Planetarium and Science Center
Type
Science & Technology Museum & Planetarium
City
Chapel Hill
State
North Carolina
Website
http://moreheadplanetarium.org/
IMLS Museum ID
8409500675
Coordinates
35.92893, -79.04069
What kind of museum is Morehead Planetarium and Science Center?

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center is classified as a science & technology museum & planetarium in the IMLS Museum Data Files. Browse more science & technology museum & planetariums →

Where is Morehead Planetarium and Science Center located?

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center is located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina at approximately 35.92893, -79.04069. See the map above.

Does Morehead Planetarium and Science Center have a website?

Yes — the IMLS record lists http://moreheadplanetarium.org/. Hours and admission can change, so check the official site before you visit.

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