Two-for-One
Admission
Gain free entrance to the Weis Earth Science Museum when you purchase tickets for a Barlow Planetarium show.
Fun for all ages
Explore the earth and sky with two amazing scientific attractions in one visit!
The Weis Earth Science Museum is the official mineralogical museum of Wisconsin. In addition to its permanent collection of rocks, fossils and minerals, the Evolving Gallery features rotating exhibits throughout the year.
The Barlow Planetarium draws more than 35,000 visitors annually, featuring star and laser shows that are both educational and entertaining.
Hours of Operation
Weis Earth Science Museum
Wednesday–Friday: Noon–4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Closed Sunday–Tuesday
Barlow Planetarium
Tuesday–Friday: 2–4 p.m.
Saturday: 12:30–4 p.m.
Evenings: 30 minutes prior to first show
Closed Sunday–Monday
Two-for-one Deal
The two-for-one admission deal is valid at any time. For example, visitors can catch an evening laser show in the Barlow Planetarium and return another day to visit the Weis Earth Science Museum.
Catch both attractions in one visit
Wednesday–Friday: Noon–4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Star Show Schedule
STAR SHOW TIMES
November 1-22
- Sundays & Mondays | CLOSED
- Wednesdays at 4:00 p.m. | Perseus & Andromeda - Children's Show
- Thursdays at 4:00 p.m. | Laser Tribute - Family Laser Show
- Fridays at 4:00 p.m. | Cosmic Colors - Feature Astronomy Show
- Saturdays at 1:00 p.m. | Perseus & Andromeda - Children's Show
- Saturdays at 2:30 p.m. | Laser Tribute - Family Laser Show
- Saturdays at 4:00 p.m. | Cosmic Colors - Feature Astronomy Show
November 25 Family Astronomy Night. (Special Black Friday Sale!)
- 6:00 p.m. | Laser Holidays - Family Laser Show
- 7:30 p.m. | 'Tis the Season - Feature Astronomy Show
- 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. |Telescope Viewing of The Moon and Planets (weather permitting)
November 24-January 6
- Sundays & Mondays | CLOSED
- Wednesdays at 4:00 p.m. | Orion - Children's Show
- Thursdays at 4:00 p.m. | Laser Holidays - Family Laser Show
- Fridays at 4:00 p.m. | 'Tis the Season - Feature Astronomy Show
- Saturdays at 1:00 p.m. | Orion - Children's Show
- Saturdays at 2:30 p.m. | Laser Holidays - Family Laser Show
- Saturdays at 4:00 p.m. | 'Tis the Season - Feature Astronomy Show
Laser Show Schedule
Laser show times
November 3-18
- Fridays at 7:00 p.m. | Grateful Dead
- Fridays at 8:15 p.m. | Laseropolis
- Fridays at 9:30 p.m. | Pink Floyd: The Wall
- Saturdays at 7:00 p.m.| Laserock - (except November 4)
- Saturdays at 8:15 p.m.| Laser Zeppelin - (except November 4)
- Saturdays at 9:30 p.m. | Pink Floyd: Dark Side Of The Moon - (except November 4)
- Saturday November 25, 2023 at 9 PM | PINK FLOYD DOUBLE FEATURE (Black Friday Sale)
November 24-January 6
- Fridays at 7:00 p.m. | Laser Holidays
- Fridays at 8:15 p.m. | Laser Queen
- Fridays at 9:30 p.m. | Pink Floyd: The Wall
- Saturdays at 7:00 p.m.| Laser Holidays - (except November 25)
- Saturdays at 8:15 p.m.| Laser Genesis - (except November 25)
- Saturdays at 9:30 p.m. | Pink Floyd: Dark Side Of The Moon - (except November 25)
Where to find us
The Weis Earth Science Museum and Barlow Planetarium are conveniently located together in the main building of the UW Oshkosh, Fox Cities Campus in Menasha.
Visitor parking is available at no cost. Enter through main doors by the Barlow Planetarium.
Plan your trip with Google Maps.