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Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium

Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium is a science & technology museum & planetarium in Grand Rapids, Michigan. 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 Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium?

The Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium, named for astronaut Roger B. Chaffee, was constructed in the early 1960s as part of the Public Museum of Grand Rapids. The facility initially featured a 30-foot (9.1 m) plaster dome and a Goto Optics mechanical star projector. Among the planetarium's first shows was "Star of Wonder", an astronomical attempt at an explanation of the Star of Bethlehem. The show received positive reviews in the Grand Rapids area and remained in the Chaffee's catalogue for several years.

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Museum details

Name
Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium
Type
Science & Technology Museum & Planetarium
City
Grand Rapids
State
Michigan
Website
http://www.grpm.org/EXPLORE/PLANETARIUM/
IMLS Museum ID
8409500843
Coordinates
42.96647, -85.67642
What kind of museum is Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium?

Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium is classified as a science & technology museum & planetarium in the IMLS Museum Data Files. Browse more science & technology museum & planetariums →

Where is Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium located?

Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan at approximately 42.96647, -85.67642. See the map above.

Does Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium have a website?

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

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