Ward Beecher Planetarium
Ward Beecher Planetarium
4.5
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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OrionOctober
Youngstown, OH113 contributions
Dec 2013 • Family
During the school year, the Planetarium puts on free shows for the public, usually on Friday and Saturday nights. You have to arrive on time as they lock the doors when the show is scheduled to start. The shows are really very good, and the planetarium at YSU is one of the only in NE Ohio. It has also been recently updated with new seats and a new star projector. If you decide to attend YSU, if you take Astronomy 1504 or the lab, you get to use the planetarium for some of your classes, which is really pretty neat.
Written September 2, 2014
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beardogmom
Mobile, AL1,315 contributions
Oct 2015
We went on Halloween night w/ our 8 y/o son - it was surprisingly not crowded. The host and his assistant were very nice and the show was interesting. The music/ sound isn't the best - not like a concert quality sound. A few dark moments for my family but, overall a nice show. We parked right on the street and it's a short walk up the hill.
Written November 2, 2015
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jgm820
Hubbard, OH46 contributions
Jan 2015 • Friends
Such a great resource! Staff is very knowledgeable. Shows are always free - get there about 10 minutes early because the doors close at showtime. Public shows each Fri/Sat. We've been there for weekly shows as well as the Laser show they hold yearly.
Written March 4, 2015
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mimi68Canfield
canfield75 contributions
Oct 2011 • Family
This really isn't going to hold anyones attention, let alone a child. I have done it twice with boy scouts. Kinda boring
Written March 27, 2012
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EveOhio
Canfield, Ohio3 contributions
Oct 2013
Visit here and be amazed by the sights and professionalism of the staff. A fun place to visit with the family kids love it
Written October 10, 2013
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4Jackson2c
Butler, PA81 contributions
Mar 2019 • Family
We haven't been to the Planetarium since our class in 1984. It brought back a lot of memories. The staff did a wonderful job. Highly recommend. We won't wait so long to go back
Written May 13, 2019
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hjt666
11 contributions
Dec 2016 • Family
There is never a bad seat in this house. Planetarium is a great part of Youngstown State University and offers year round free programs lead by Universtiy staff. We have never been disappointed in a show.
Written September 16, 2017
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David R
Youngstown, OH25 contributions
Dec 2015 • Couples
I have had a wonderful time every time I have been here. Excellent presentation with informative narration in very comfortable seating.
Written February 18, 2016
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Kerri W
Canfield, OH7 contributions
May 2015 • Family
We love the planetarium. It is a fun, free and educational time for everyone. My kids age 12,10 and 8 all love going to see the stars.
Written June 27, 2015
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Ward Beecher Planetarium (Youngstown) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Ward Beecher Planetarium
- Ward Beecher Planetarium is open:
- Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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- (0.40 mi) DoubleTree by Hilton Youngstown Downtown
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- (6.00 mi) Best Western Plus Boardman Inn & Suites
- (7.41 mi) Hampton Inn & Suites Youngstown-Canfield
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