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About Jenks Planetarium

Explore the night sky with our engaging, awe-inspiring shows at the Jenks Planetarium! The 50-foot high definition SciDome provides the ultimate screen for seeing planets up close, flying to distant stars and galaxies, and even rediscovering our own earth in ways never thought possible. From a complex black hole to the simplicity of a constellation, audiences will walk away with a new understanding of our cosmos. Shows will interest everyone from the young to the young at heart. All shows last approximately 50 minutes. All shows are appropriate for families unless noted. Exciting new shows added frequently!!

Doors to the Planetarium open approximately 30 minutes prior to listed show time. If you make reservations prior to the show, your name will appear on a list at the door and will be checked off prior to entering. (Tickets will not be issued at the time of purchase and you do not need to show proof of purchase.) General seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. No food or drink allowed in the Planetarium.

Private groups such as schools, scouts, birthday parties and business meetings are welcome. Contact Dan Zielinski, Planetarium Director, 918-299-4415, ext. 3307 or email him at dan.zielinski@jenksps.org for details or to schedule an event.

The Jenks Planetarium is housed on the 3rd floor in the Dr. Kirby A. Lehman Center for the Study of Math and Science Center on the Jenks High School Campus. An elevator is available.

Parking is available on both the east and the west sides of the building.

Featured Courses

  • Jenks Planetarium: Holiday Under the Stars

    Visit the Jenks Planetarium for Holiday Under the Stars and enjoy an immersive, exciting ride on roller coasters throughout the solar system, an educational star talk, and enriching activities for the kids! The event will run from 1:00pm - 2:30pm at the Jenks Planetarium. Show times are 1:15pm and 2:00pm. Please purchase a ticket for the time that you would like to see the new show and enjoy fun activities for the kids before or after the show, including a picture with our special guest dressed in red. Register now - Space is limited!! Recommended for ages 3+