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William L. McKnight - 3M

Omnitheater

Explore science on the biggest screen in town — the William L. McKnight-3M Omnitheater! This huge domed screen tells stories spanning the wonders of space, the potency of volcanoes, the beauty of physics, the complexity of nature, and more.

Your general admission ticket includes an Omnitheater movie! Book your visit now and reserve a movie showtime to guarantee your seats for an unforgettable museum experience. If you’d like to purchase tickets for additional movies for $9.95, please call (651) 221-9444.

 

Showing through Sept. 10, 2026

Volcanoes: Fires of Creation

Explorer Carsten Peter leads audiences across the globe to discover molten worlds and exploding craters in this adrenaline-filled, immersive experience that reveals the powerful forces shaping our planet.

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Showing through Sept. 11, 2026 through Jan. 31, 2027

Pandas

The curious young cubs are more than just darling — they're daring! Tag along as these captive-born cuties journey into the wild for the first time.

Lost in Space: A Stellar Tours Adventure

Captain a spaceship, explore the universe, and search for signs of extraterrestrial life in this live digital telescope show.

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Omnitheater Showtimes

Monday-Tuesday

10 a.m. – Volcanoes: Fires of Creation
11:15 a.m. – Volcanoes: Fires of Creation
12:30 p.m. – Volcanoes: Fires of Creation
1:45 p.m. – Volcanoes: Fires of Creation
3 p.m. – Volcanoes: Fires of Creation
4 p.m. – Volcanoes: Fires of Creation

Wednesday-Thursday, Sunday 

10 a.m. – Volcanoes: Fires of Creation
11:15 a.m. – Lost in Space: A Stellar Tours Adventure 
12:30 p.m. – Volcanoes: Fires of Creation
1:45 p.m. – Volcanoes: Fires of Creation 
3 p.m. – Volcanoes: Fires of Creation
4 p.m. – Volcanoes: Fires of Creation

Friday-Saturday

10 a.m. – Volcanoes: Fires of Creation
11:15 a.m. – Lost in Space: A Stellar Tours Adventure 
12:30 p.m. – Volcanoes: Fires of Creation
1:45 p.m. – Volcanoes: Fires of Creation
3 p.m. – Volcanoes: Fires of Creation
4 p.m. – Volcanoes: Fires of Creation
6 p.m. – Volcanoes: Fires of Creation
7 p.m. – Volcanoes: Fires of Creation