Leonard Nimoy Event Horizon

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The new 200-seat Leonard Nimoy Event Horizon presentation theater dramatically expands the Observatory's programming and education capabilities. The opening public presentation - "The Once and Future Griffith Observatory" - is a 24-minute film which weaves the history, recent renovation, and future of the Observatory into a tale of observation and inspiration. The theater also hosts live programs and demonstrations, including the new Let’s Make a Comet! family program being introduced this summer.

Seating for all events in the Leonard Nimoy Event Horizon is provided on a walk-in, first come, first served basis. To the extent possible, shows will be presented on the posted schedule. However, it is possible that technical difficulties or required maintenance will cause the cancellation of one or more shows. We regret any inconvenience this may cause.

Hearing assist devices and/or open captioning (for selected programs) are available upon request.

The Once and Future Griffith Observatory

The Once and Future Griffith Observatory provides an exciting and compelling introduction to the history and unique public offerings of the Observatory. This 24-minute film, entertainingly narrated by Leonard Nimoy, reveals how the vision of one man led to the creation of an architectural, cultural, and astronomical icon for southern California. The film offers an overview of the Observatory's programs and exhibits and discusses how the building was renewed during the 2002-2006 renovation and expansion project.

Show Times:
Tuesday-Friday:	1:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday:	11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m.
Closed Mondays

Hearing assist receivers and/or open captioning are available upon request.

Let's Make a Comet!

Let’s Make a Comet is a 25-minute demonstration program that mixes common household ingredients with dry ice to make a small comet that’s just like the real thing. Families explore the nature of water in all its forms - solid, liquid, and gas - and learn why water is so important to life on Earth. Recent images and discoveries from NASA missions reveal where we might find water - and possibly life - on other worlds in our solar system.

Show Times:
Tuesday - Friday: 2:00 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday: 12:00 noon, 2:00 p.m.

Hearing assist receivers are available upon request.

All Space Considered

On the first Friday of each month, the Observatory presents All Space Considered, an inside look at the most talked-about subjects in astronomy, space science, and space exploration. Observatory curatorial staff and special guests bring visitors up to date on what is going on in space. The 90-minute presentations are offered free to the public.

Show Times:
First Friday of each month 7:30 p.m.

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