Mars: The Ultimate Voyage

Your family will explore one of humanity's biggest questions: what does it actually take to travel to Mars? This planetarium show brings the answer to life through animated sequences that showcase genuine NASA research and the real programs working to prepare future astronauts for deep space missions. The 24-minute experience reveals how teamwork, creative thinking, and expertise across many different fields all play a role in making Mars travel possible—and it's designed to spark kids' curiosity about science and technology careers. The show is recommended for elementary-age children and up. Captions are available upon request, so just let a team member know when you arrive. This production is the result of collaboration between the Bell Museum, NASA, and UNC Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, bringing together top-tier space education expertise. You'll find the planetarium as part of the Adventure Science Center, where you can purchase tickets and explore other exhibits during your visit.