In Nantes, relive in 3D the take-off and mission of Thomas Bisquet in space

To celebrate its 40th anniversary in a renovated building, Nantes Planetarium Presents a weekend of festivities 3 and 4 July. In order to reunite with its audience, the Planetarium will offer free sessions during these two days to discover adventure and businessFrench astronaut Thomas Pesquet.

Through this 3D Journey (20 minutes) Thanks to the immersive dome, you will be able to visit the International Space Station and discover the daily life of an astronaut in space.

Renovated Planetarium

The reopening of the planetarium, which has been closed for business for more than a year (operation cost: €435,350), was announced in the Nantes City Brief on Twitter:

🪂 🚀 He’s going to the Nantes Planetarium, which will reopen its doors this weekend, to celebrate his 40th birthday!

🎂 A weekend event awaits you with free sessions on Saturdays and Sundays from 2 pm to 6 pm.
🧑‍🚀 take off with Thom_astro “☄️🪐

🔗 https://t.co/Qu1sd3DGdt Tweet embed pic.twitter.com/FehRF1QV9I

– Nantes (nantesfr) June 30, 2021

The institution has renovated Waiting room and performance hall. In the room the original seating was completely replaced as were the walls and floors.

Sessions in the sky and planets

In parallel, this weekend on July 3 and 4, the Planetarium invites the audience to gather around a festive program To celebrate also its fortieth year^e Anniversary. 30 minute sessions astronomy Planets will also be proposed. It is operated directly by a moderator, in order to facilitate discussions with the public.

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