Paulucci Space Theater
The Paulucci Space Theatre originally opened as a state-of-the-art planetarium in 1980. Remodeled in 2020, the theatre now is a great location for 4K digital full dome projection loaded with dozens of new shows.
Now Showing
Summer Shows
The Paulucci Space Theater is hosting a variety of shows this summer!
When are showings?
Did an Asteroid Really Kill The Dinosaurs? – Monday’s at 2PM
The Sun: Our Living Star – Wednesday’s at 2PM
Cosmic Colors: An Adventure Along the Spectrum – Friday’s at 2PM
Out There: The Quest for Extrasolar Worlds – Friday’s at 7PM
How much does it cost to attend?
Adult (13+): $5
Child (ages 5-12): $3
4 and under: Free
I’m a teacher and want to bring my class.
The Planetarium also has a wide variety of school shows available. Teachers can contact us at pst@minnesotanorth.edu for a list.
About the Paulucci Space Theater
History
The Paulucci Space Theatre opened in 1980 as a state-of-the-art planetarium. The facility featured a Spitz 512 star projector, 20 computer controlled slide projectors for multi-media shows, and many other special effects projectors. In 1985, a 35 mm wide screen movie projector was installed, to be replaced ten years later with an 8-70 mm system. Throughout the years, thousands of people were able to enjoy countless multi-media shows, star lectures, and the same wide screen movies shown at Omnimax theaters across the country.
Over the last 20 years, of course, film has gradually disappeared to be replaced with our modern digital world. This rendered most of the capabilities of the Paulucci Space Theatre obsolete. In fact, the only projection system to survive from its opening is the Spitz star projector. In 2020, the Paulucci Space Theatre underwent a complete remodel. Gone are all of the old slide projectors and movie projector. They have been replaced by a 4K digital full dome projector loaded with dozens of new shows! The sound system has also been upgraded, the cove lighting replaced, and the lobby has been completely redesigned with updated art work and furniture.
Theater Rentals
Individual Rental
Rent the theater for birthday parties, groups, fundraisers, family gatherings.
There is a minimum charge of $75 for a 2 hour rental; each additional hour is $30.
Business Rental
Is your business looking for a unique venue for a get-together? Why not rent the Paulucci Space Theatre? Our lobby is the perfect spot to set-up a sampling of hors d’oeuvres or other light fare (we are not set-up for a sit-down dinner). Your group can then move into the theater to view any of our full dome shows, take a tour of the universe using OpenSpace, watch a current night sky show or you may wish to bring in a DVD or Blue-ray to play on the big screen.
The cost is $150/hour with a minimum of two hours.
*It is your responsibility to set-up before and clean up after.
To make a reservation, call 218-403-9204 or email us at pst@minnesotanorth.edu