Jackson, Mississippi Attractions

Russell C. Davis Planetarium

Jackson's impressive planetarium is one of the largest in the world, with a huge hemispheric wrap-around screen that presents regular Sky Shows on astronomy, astronauts and space exploration. The planetarium, situated in the downtown cultural district, also presents laser light concerts featuring the music of contemporary and classic rock and roll artists combined with the imagery of a powerful indoor laser system, and astronomy hobby courses.

Address: 201 East Pascagoula Street; E-mail: info@thedavisplanetarium.com; Website: www.thedavisplanetarium.com; Telephone: (601) 960 1552; Opening time: Tuesday to Thursday 8.30am to 5pm, Friday 8.30am to 9.30pm, Saturday 12.30pm to 9.30pm, Sunday 1.30pm to 5pm. Show and film schedule varies; Admission: Sky show: $5.50 (adults), $3 (children). Laser concert and Large-format films: $6.50 (adults), $4 (children)