What secrets of the Universe have already been solved by mankind, and which are yet to be solved? About the landscapes of distant worlds and violent explosions on the Sun, about black holes and the birth of stars, about the history of space exploration and the discovery of astrophysics - not only to learn about all this, but also to experience truly “cosmic” emotions, offers visitors one of the largest planetariums in Krasnoyarsk.
Acquaintance
On February 8, 2017, on the Day of Russian Science, with the grant support of RUSAL (grant amount - up to 1 million rubles), the Newton Park planetarium was opened in Krasnoyarsk. The grand opening took place in the interactive museum of science. On February 9, the planetarium, which is a vacuum-frame structure with a dome up to 7 m in diameter and 4.5 m high, began work for all residents of the city.
In the opened planetarium (Krasnoyarsk, address: Mira Square, 1, Krasnoyarsk Museum Center) the image on the dome is broadcast using a special system of projectors. The presence of high sound quality achieves the effect of presence while watching full-dome films.
Newton Park Planetarium in Krasnoyarsk
He presents to the audience the history of space exploration, information about the structure of the solar system. And here they tell what stars can be seen in the sky above the city. In addition, the Newton Park Planetarium in Krasnoyarsk also offers interesting excursions to the Cosmodrome exhibition. Here you can see a unique collection of meteorite fragments. The program can be visited by viewers of different ages.
Reviews call it interesting for both children and adults. Many parents note that visiting the planetarium is a very exciting and useful event for children, as they develop their horizons. Interesting excursions and films are so popular with young viewers that it is difficult to take them out of the hall. Adults also discover a lot of new things here. A visit to the planetarium has become a good tradition for some families of Krasnoyarsk residents.
What is the largest planetarium in Krasnoyarsk?
The Krasnoyarsk Planetarium “Newton Park” is a hemisphere that takes on the broadcast of cognitive full-dome films about space, which is produced using a special system of projectors. When watching science films, the full effect of presence is achieved. Spectators during the sessions can be seated in comfortable chairs that allow you to watch movies in a reclining position.
The content of the educational program
Although the subject of astronomy was excluded from the school curriculum, however, interest in it does not fade either in children or in adults. “Newton Park” together with the head of the astronomy circle in the city’s famous club at the Palace of Pioneers S. V. Karpov developed their own educational program. The projection system for the planetarium is also designed and assembled by the staff of the Museum of Science. It consists of a server and 3 wide-angle projectors that provide a high level of image quality.
In addition to conducting interactive lessons of astronomy, the planetarium hosts demonstrations of full-domed spherical science-cognitive films on space topics. The planetarium seats about 30 people.
The authors of the reviews note that when watching scientific films, a real feeling of the presence of the viewer in space is created. The planetarium seats about 30 people.
timetable
The "Newton Park" (the largest planetarium in Krasnoyarsk) provides a demonstration:
- On weekdays: full-dome films “Into the depths of the Universe” (beginning at 17:00), “Dark Matter” (beginning at 19:00).
- On weekends: “Into the depths of the Universe” (beginning at 11:30, 13:00, 15:00), “Dark Matter” (beginning at 16:30, 18:00).
- The day off at the planetarium is Monday.
Scientific films about space
“Into the Depths of the Universe” - a film intended for children (from 8 years old) and family viewers. One of the oldest intellectual aspirations of mankind is the desire to unravel the secrets of the cosmic depths. The film talks about these studies - from the efforts of ancient scientists to the achievements of modern science. In addition, the picture tells of the unexplored worlds of the solar system and the secrets of the depths of the Universe that goes beyond the Milky Way.
In the film "Dark Matter" - the nature of this mysterious substance is revealed, the study of which is the most urgent task of astrophysics. According to the authors, its solution brings a person closer to understanding the processes taking place in the Universe for billions of years. The film is a visualization of the evolution of a mysterious substance made possible by the use of one of the world's most powerful supercomputers.
Newton Park (planetarium in Krasnoyarsk): ticket price
Those who wish can attend a session at the planetarium, as well as a tour of the exhibition. Ticket price - 300 rubles. Special prices are provided for pensioners, people with disabilities, as well as large families. For pensioners (identification is required), the ticket costs - 250 rubles. For disabled people under 14 years old - admission is free. Children under 14 years old are admitted to the planetarium exclusively accompanied by adults. A comprehensive ticket for the evening program “In the Dark” costs 400 rubles. Those wishing to purchase tickets must pre-register by phone, which can be found on the website. Buy tickets should be in 15 minutes. before the start of the session, otherwise they can be removed from the reservation.
Special offers
For large families, Newton Park (an interactive science museum) offers special prices:
- The cost of going to the planetarium for large families is 800 rubles. per family (birth certificate is required).
- The cost of a comprehensive program, including an excursion, an experimental show and a master class is 1,200 rubles for the whole family.
- The program, consisting of an excursion and a master class, costs 600 rubles. for the family.
- The cost of an experimental show for the whole family is 600 rubles.
About the planetarium in the Student Palace of Culture "Aerospace"
Another Krasnoyarsk planetarium is located in the Museum of the Siberian State Autonomous University (Siberian State Aerospace University named after Academician M.F. Reshetnev), dedicated to the achievements of Russian and Soviet rocket and space science. The museum is located at: st. 26 Baku commissars, 9A. The first hall presents exhibits related to rocket and space technology, the second represents manned space exploration.
About the repertoire of spherical films
In the planetarium of the Museum of SibSAU, viewers are presented with a series of popular science films that are unique in content. One of the key features of spherical cinema is the projection onto the dome, creating the effect of complete immersion. The repertoire of spherical films consists of 4 plots intended for spectators of different ages:
- "Ten steps through the sky." The film is an introductory program that tells about the basics of science, its origin, history and main stages. Designed for students in grades 6-11. Lasts 24 minutes
- "Two glass." The full-domed show presents the story of the origin and development of the telescope, tells about scientists who have made revolutionary scientific discoveries using this tool, and transfers it to the world's largest observatories. The film is intended for students in grades 4-11. 25 minutes
- "In search of the solar system." The show, intended for students of grades 10-11 and older, is not indifferent to the problems of space science. 25 minutes
- "Astronomy for children." An exciting bright journey through the solar system will help students in grades 1-4 to get acquainted with the difficult and exciting science - astronomy. The film lasts 35 minutes.
At the Museum of SibSAU, astronomy lovers have the opportunity to get acquainted with the true 55-year history of space exploration. The authors of the reviews strongly recommend that Krasnoyarsk residents be sure to visit this fascinating space journey.