Celebrate Earth Day at Vanier Park—and the traditional village site of Sen̓áḵw—with three of your favourite spaces! The Museum of Vancouver, the Vancouver Maritime Museum and the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre join forces as representations of land, sea and sky to honour the Earth on April 20 with kid-friendly activities! Activities and programs will be featured at each site throughout the day. Admission to the MOV and the VMM are by donation. Regular admission is in effect at the Space Centre for scheduled shows, however… more
H.R. MacMillan Space Centre
- 1100 Chestnut St
- Vancouver, BC V6J 3J9
- Phone: 604.738.7827
Journey through the universe at the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre, home to Vancouver’s Planetarium Star Theatre. Experience planets, nebulas, and black holes like never before. Watch a live demonstration in the GroundStation Canada Theatre, and explore the Cosmic Courtyard gallery for a deeper understanding of the most fascinating discoveries in astronomy. From planets to moons and star clusters explore the wonders of the night sky through the half-metre Cassegrain telescope in the Gordon MacMillan Southam Observatory.
Rain or shine, visit the Space Centre — where we focus on offering both visitors and residents of Vancouver a fun learning experience. Kids, adults, the entire family - there's something for everyone.
Located at the heart of Vanier Park south of the Burrard Bridge, the Space Centre is easily accessible, has convenient parking, and also boasts a panoramic view of the Coast Mountains and the city of Vancouver. Look for the friendly steel Crab at the front of the building.
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- Largest Room 350
May 4, 2024
Join us as we celebrate “May the Fourth Be With You” at the Space Centre. Come dressed as your favourite Rebel or Empire character and meet several members of Vancouver’s 501st Legion Outer Rim Garrison. Don’t miss out on an amazing photo-op with some of your favourite characters in costume! Travel to galaxies far, far away during a galactic show in the planetarium. Renowned musician Thomas Beckman will be on the viola playing some of the classic intergalactic songs from the film and TV franchise. In between songs we… more
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