Now Showing: Planetarium Programs & Dome Theater Films

The Daniel M. Soref Planetarium & Dome Theater is now open!

One Planetarium program is included with your Museum admission. At this time, programs cannot be reserved in advance and are first-come, first-served. 

Giant-screen films are sold separately from Museum admission and can be reserved online, by phone, or in-person. Members $5, non-members $6. Sustainer+ members can reserve for free, but must call 414-278-2728 or visit MPM.


Daily Schedule

April 5, 2025 through June 12, 2025

10:15 a.m. Wisconsin Stargazing
11 a.m. Cities of the Future
Noon The Artistic Universe
12:45 p.m. Superpower Dogs
2 p.m. Wisconsin Stargazing
2:45 p.m. Cities of the Future
3:45 p.m. The Artistic Universe
4:30 p.m. Superpower Dogs

NOTE: Milwaukee Public Museum is closed on Tuesdays.


Now Showing
Cities of the FutureCities of the Future - Giant Film

Imagine stepping 50 years into the future and finding smart cities designed to be totally sustainable. Renewable energy is our primary power source, space-based solar power provides solar energy 24 hours a day, everything is recycled, and you travel in individualized pods that run on little or no energy. This isn’t science fiction: Engineers are making plans for a sustainable world right now! Explore it now on our giant screen. This film is produced in association with American Society of Civil Engineers.

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Superpower DogsSuperpower Dogs - Giant Film

Experience the life-saving "superpowers" and extraordinary bravery of some of the world's most amazing dogs. In this inspiring true story, our best friends are also real-life superheroes. Journey around the globe to meet remarkable dogs who save lives, and discover the powerful bond they share with their human partners.

Tickets available starting March 22, 2025.

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The Artistic UniverseThe Artistic Universe - Planetarium Program

Discover how STEAM empowers STEM! Explore fascinating connections between art and science, which both strive to understand the beauty and mystery that surrounds us all. Adventures include diving into paintings and experiencing a fun, new version of "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star."

Wisconsin stargazingWisconsin Stargazing - Planetarium Program

Take a live tour of the current Wisconsin night sky in this 22-minute guided Planetarium program. A lively astronomy educator will show you all of the current sights on a clear dome “sky,” such as planets, constellations, meteors, and other fun celestial phenomena. The program includes a cosmic Q&A session and requests from the audience.


Support for Cities of the Future provided by:

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