The Ott Planetarium & The Observatory

The Ott Planetarium and the Observatory inspire curiosity and scientific discovery through immersive planetarium shows, hands-on observatory programs, and community STEM outreach. Located in Ogden, Utah, we provide high-quality astronomy education for WSU students, Northern Utah school districts, families, and space enthusiasts of all ages. Make your reservations for school groups, community groups, families, and other private groups today!
Contact planetarium@weber.edu to book an event or with inquiries about the planetarium or the observation deck.

Limited Time Special Showing of America the Beautiful

IMAX 3D, 45 minutes, Suitable for All Ages

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America the Beautiful is a sweeping, giant-screen experience celebrating the vast and varied natural worlds that define the United States and the conservation movement that has ensured their survival. The protection of America’s beauty, wonder, and resources was set in motion by Theodore Roosevelt and other pioneers who popularized principles still in practice today, passed down through generations, that will keep America’s wild heart beating for many more.

Audiences will embark on an awe-inspiring journey from sea to shining sea, across the country’s most iconic and diverse environments - soaring mountain ranges, expansive plains, surprising deserts, flowing rivers, and wetlands - captured with the scale, clarity, and immersion of spectacular giant-screen cinematography.

More than a visual spectacle, America the Beautiful reveals that these places were not preserved by chance, but through bold vision, determination, and an enduring commitment to conservation that continues to shape the nation’s natural legacy.

*Dates:

Wednesday, November 11th - Wednesday, November 25th, 2026

*Only available during scheduled showings, not during open planetarium hours.

Tickets:

FREE Admission for Weber State students & veterans!
$6 Admission for the general public!

Acquire or purchase your tickets today!

What We Do:

  • Immersive Education: State-of-the-art full-dome theater programming supporting university courses and K-12 STEM learning.

  • Public Telescope Viewing: Hands-on stargazing at the WSU Public Observatory for beginner and advanced observers.

  • Community Outreach: Free open hours, private group reservations, school field trips, and public astronomy events.

Universe on display in dome theater

Full Dome Theater

The thirty-foot-diameter, sixty-seat full-dome theater provides an immersive learning environment for university astronomy courses and public open hours.

family looking at sky through telescope

Public Observatory

The nine pier-mounted "point and go" telescopes are suitable for beginners and advanced observers alike. We offer free star parties to the public to view the night sky.

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Schedule a Visit

We provide programming for school districts in Northern Utah and the general public. If you have questions about our programs or night sky observing, please contact us.

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Become a Team Member

As a Weber State student, you can step into leadership, get hands-on experience operating cutting-edge tech, create immersive shows, and teach under direct faculty mentorship.

 

Powered by Community Support and Scientific Partnerships

Thanks to the vision and funding of our sponsors, the Ott Planetarium provides hands-on space science experiences to thousands of Utah students and visitors each year. We proudly recognize:

  • The Layton P. Ott Family — Founding patronage and ongoing support for public science education.
  • Weber State College of Science and Department of Physics — Academic leadership, faculty expertise, and facility management.
  • Weber County RAMP Program — Grant funding supporting local arts, parks, recreation, and public facilities.
  • National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) — Educational resources and science outreach support.