Southworth Planetarium — Attraction in Portland

Went for the first time today with my husband and four year old. We had a blast! The gentleman at the desk (who also conducted the show) was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. He went above and beyond our expectations. He spent time after the show answering our questions (about the stars and about the equipment) and showing us all around the night sky. We saw Molecularium, which was about 20-minutes long and perfect for little ones who have a hard time sitting still. I recommend researching the shows before your visit to help you decide whether your child could sit through it. We ended up buying a family membership because we all had a great experience and look forward to...

My kids had a stellar experience at the planetarium educational seminar! They were thrilled from start to finish. The staff was incredibly knowledgeable and engaging, making complex space concepts easy to understand for all ages. 🌌🔭

The interactive exhibits and hands-on activities had my children captivated and eager to learn more about the stars and planets. 🌠🪐 They especially loved the stunning visuals in the dome theater – they said it felt like we were actually traveling through space!

A big shoutout to John for creating such an inspiring and educational environment. My kids are already asking when we can go...

The staff was very friendly and welcoming. The price was quite reasonable for the show ($29 for two adults and two kids). The venue is small and in the basement of the university’s science building; well marked and easy to find. We were able to park on the street nearby too. Overall, a great, inexpensive activity for older kids, especially on a rainy afternoon.

My family and I saw the planetarium’s Season of Light show and it was entertaining and interesting for my middle schoolers. The show ran about 35 minutes and was a mix of astronomy...