St. Louis Planetarium reopens with the most advanced hybrid system in the country
The James S. McDonnell Planetarium has reopened in St. Louis following a $2.5 million facility upgrade.
The obvious questions
What is the primary upgrade at the planetarium?
The facility has installed a new, advanced hybrid projection system.
What was the cost of the project?
The upgrades represent a $2.5 million investment.
When did the planetarium reopen?
The grand reopening took place on Saturday, July 18, 2026.
The story so far
The Saint Louis Science Center has officially reopened its James S. The facility now features a new hybrid projection system.
Coverage from Spectrum News, STLtoday.com, STLPR, FOX 2, and First Alert 4 highlights that this installation is the most advanced of its kind in the country. Reports describe the project as a milestone upgrade for the St.
Public access to the updated facility began Saturday. Coverage does not yet specify the full range of programming planned for the new system.
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Sources (5)
- James S. McDonnell Planetarium ready to reveal $2.5M St. Louis 'glow up' Spectrum News · 49d ago
- Saint Louis Science Center's James S. McDonnell Planetarium Grand Reopening to Unveil Milestone Upgrades STLtoday.com · 49d ago
- Get a sneak peek at the St. Louis Science Center’s upgraded planetarium before it opens Saturday STLPR · 49d ago
- St. Louis Science Center’s Planetarium reopens after major upgrades FOX 2 · 49d ago
- St. Louis Planetarium reopens with the most advanced hybrid system in the country First Alert 4 · 49d ago
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