Teachers & Group Leaders

The MMSD Planetarium is a field trip destination for explorers of all ages.

We provide educational experiences that support the Wisconsin Science Standards and Next Generation Science Standards for PreK-12 school groups.

We can also provide experiences for adult groups, scout groups, and general audiences.

Tips for Planetarium Utilization

• Make your reservation early! We post our schedule on the web. Go to our Calendar page to access the schedule. Then fill out our online reservation request form.
• Choose your program carefully: read the descriptions and browse the teacher's guides. Communicate your needs/goals to help us make your visit in integral part of your curriculum.
• Make your transportation arrangements. Note that the planetarium is part of Nature Net, They have a grant program for a full or partial reimbursement for your bus costs through their Nature Express program.  Deadline for 1st semester applications is Sept 19th!
• LUNCH: If you need a place to eat lunch consider renting a room at the Lussier Community Education Center [Phone:(608) 833-4979]. It's located nearby, just two buildings north, on the same campus as the MMSD Planetarium (located in Vel Phillips Memorial High School) and Ezekiel Gillespie Middle School. Some groups also choose to utilize the Food Court at West Towne Mall.