Join us on September 27, 2024, for a momentous celebration as we officially unveil our newly renovated Planetarium free to the public!
The day will kick off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10 a.m., featuring honored guests, dignitaries, sponsors, partners, and supporters. This is a wonderful opportunity to witness the transformation of our Planetarium, which now boasts new seating, enhanced visibility, fresh carpeting, and a cutting-edge 5.1 surround-sound system, all powered by the advanced Digitarium Lambda Plus laser projection system.
Following the ceremony, we invite the public to enjoy screenings throughout the day, showcasing the exciting capabilities of our upgraded facility.
In the evening, from 6 to 8 p.m., we will host an exclusive VIP reception and movie screening for our valued donors. Tickets for this special evening event are priced at $150 and provide a unique chance to experience our Planetarium in a way that is both immersive and engaging.
This grand reopening marks a new chapter for the Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium, reinforcing our commitment to education, conservation, and community engagement. We are excited to share this remarkable journey with you!
Details:
Date: September 27, 2024
Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony: 10 a.m.
VIP Reception and Movie Screening: 6 - 8 p.m.
Location: Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium, 3450 Ortiz Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33905
Join us for this special occasion as we celebrate the future of the Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium! All are also invited to join us for a VIP reception and exclusive movie screening from 6 to 8 p.m., with tickets available for $150. Be mesmerized by our featured presentation, Mesmerica 360 – an extraordinary 360-degree projection experience offering virtual reality-like visuals combined with soothing and stimulating effects. 🎥✨ This immersive show features music by Grammy-nominated composer and percussionist James Hood and 3D animated art from international artists. Mesmerica 360 tickets are available. Tickets can be purchased at calusanature.org and Mesmerica Tickets. (OH and see a great News-Press article about our grand renovation of our planetarium here!)
Upcoming Events:
Haunted Walk: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays in October at 7:30 PM. Experience our annual Haunted Walk and support our animal residents. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Tickets available now!
Music Under the Stars: October 17, 2024, at 7:00 PM. Enjoy Acoustic Americana music featuring Brian Smalley, Bill Metts, and Roy Schneider in the Planetarium. Tickets available now!
Daily Programming:
Tuesday - Saturday:
12:15 PM & 2:15 PM: Planetarium Show
1:15 PM: Animal Talk
Sunday:
12:15 PM, 2:15 PM, & 3:15 PM: Planetarium Show
1:15 PM: Animal Talk
Support Our Renovation: Help us bring our newly renovated Planetarium to life by donating to our capital campaign here. Explore special sponsorship opportunities, including naming rights for Planetarium seats and other key features here. 💖
A Special Thank You: We extend our heartfelt thanks to our supporters, including Vulcan Materials, R4, Aux Delicies, Famous Dave’s, The City of Fort Myers, The Fred and Jean Allegretti Foundation, Heitman House, and the Fort Myers Film Festival.
Stay Connected Cozy at home? Experience the Calusa Nature Center virtually! Enjoy our FREE T360 tour from your couch: #HomeBoundAdventures #NatureAtHome. Immerse yourself in our fresh interactive education videos here. Make your event unforgettable with one of Florida's unique venues! From weddings and showers to meetings and parties, we offer stunning indoor and outdoor spaces. Reach out now to reserve your date!
Stay connected and learn more about our events and programming by visiting www.calusanature.org or following us on social media. For a recent look at our renovation updates, check out the NBC2 story here.
For media inquiries or interview opportunities, please contact:
Contact: Eric Raddatz
Executive Director
Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium
3450 Ortiz Avenue
Fort Myers, FL 33905
Email: eraddatz@calusanature.org
Phone: 239.275.3435
Website: www.calusanature.org
We look forward to celebrating fall with you and sharing our newly renovated Planetarium!
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