North Hills High School Planetarium to Host Double Features in April

North Hills High School planetarium will welcome community members in April for two shows aimed at specific age groups. A double feature of two back-to-back shows will be shown on the 24-foot planetarium dome on April 9, 17 and 19. “What’s Out There?” starts at 6:30 p.m. and is targeted for younger children. “The Wright Way to Fly” will follow at 7:15 p.m. and is appropriate for older children through adults.

“What’s Out There?” is based on a children’s book about space and educates viewers about the solar system with information on planets, stars, comets and other celestial bodies. 

“The Wright Way to Fly” follows Wilbur and Orville Wright from their days as children interested in flying kites and building toys to successful bicycle shop owners through their development of the first powered aircraft in 1903. 

All shows are free and open to the public, but all planetarium shows require reservations. Reservations can be made by calling 412-318-1000 ext. 3166 or emailing batsons@nhsd.net. Group reservations for community organizations are accepted. 

The North Hills Senior High planetarium is located on the third floor of the senior high school at 53 Rochester Road in Ross Township.  The gift shop will be open for all shows. 

North Hills remains one of only a few districts across the state to offer a planetarium for educational and community outreach purposes in a public high school. The planetarium is overseen by senior high teacher Sue Batson.

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