Valley City State University Planetarium

04/21/2026

https://www.facebook.com/VCSUPlanetarium We are merging our pages- But we don't want to lose any of our loyal followers- so please "like" this link for the VCSU Planetarium-

This page (Valley City State University Planetarium) will be closing down & drifting into the stars in 1 week-

Constructed in 1973, in the Rhoades Science Center, featuring a Spitz 512 optomechanical system, thi

04/08/2026

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01/08/2026

Press Release

FREE Planetarium Show at Valley City State University

Saturday, January 17, 2026
Room 309 Rhoades Science Center: VCSU Campus
(Elevator available by west entrance)

1:00 P.M. “Phantom of the Universe - The Hunt for Dark Matter”..have you ever wondered what dark matter is? Have you ever wondered what Sheldon was blabbering on about? Come to the VCSU Planetarium to find out!

For more information about this planetarium show or to become a Friend of the Planetarium contact Wes Anderson, 701-845-0966, [email protected]

VCSU
Planetarium-Rhoades Science Center- #309
101 College St SW
Valley City, ND 58072

12/11/2025

Press Release
Free Planetarium Shows at Valley City State University (Public Debut)
Saturday, December 20th @ 1:00 PM
Room 309 Rhoades Science Center: VCSU Campus
(Elevator available by west entrance)

1:00 P.M.
Come and escape the dark days of December and enjoy the VCSU Planetarium’s new Warped Media System!
2 New Shows!
"Solar Quest" and "The Sun", each about 20 minutes.
The VCSU Planetarium is proud to introduce its new "Warped Media" full-dome projection system from Ash Enterprises. Warped Media works in tandem with our 1973 Spitz optomechanical unit. These are entirely new programs to us and are available via this system. We're still learning about the ins and outs of the unit, but it adds one more essential tool to the VCSU Planetarium's public educational offerings, and we eagerly look forward as we come into the 21st Century at last.
For more information about this planetarium show or to become a Friend of the Planetarium, contact Wes Anderson, 701-845-0966
VCSU
Planetarium
Rhoades Science Building
101 College St SW
Valley City, ND 58072

11/12/2025

Press Release

Free Planetarium Show at Valley City State University -Double Feature

Saturday November 15, 2025 @ 1:00 p.m.
Room 309 Rhoades Science Center
(Elevator available by west entrance)

1:00 P.M. “Solar System”
30-minute tour of our solar system’s 8 planets and 3 dwarf planets

1:40 P.M. “All about the Stars”
30-minute basic Astronomy Show, answering some of the frequently asked questions about the Night Sky

For more information about these planetarium shows or to become a Friend of the Planetarium contact Wes Anderson, 701-845-0966

VCSU
Planetarium
Rhoades Science Building
101 College St SW
Valley City, ND 58072

11/04/2025

https://www.vcsualumni.org/donation-pages/planetarium.html

Support the VCSU Planetarium and help fund educational programming, equipment upgrades, and science outreach initiatives.

10/08/2025

Press Release

FREE Planetarium Show at Valley City State University

Saturday, October 18, 2025
Room 309 Rhoades Science Center: VCSU Campus
(Elevator available by west entrance)

1:00 P.M. Star Search *New*
Star Search is a teacher guiding a pair of students across the seasonal skies in search of the brightest star we can see in our sky at night....NOT THE SUN....

1:35 P.M. Constellation Costume Crew *New*
A bunch of kids trick-or-treating for Halloween dressed as the fall night sky constellations.

For more information about this planetarium show or to become a Friend of the Planetarium contact Wes Anderson, 701-845-0966, [email protected]


VCSU
Planetarium-Rhoades Science Center
101 College St SW
Valley City, ND 58072

09/23/2025

Autumnal Equinox 2025 at Medicine Wheel Park with Mr. Ricky White.

The Autumnal Equinox observed at Valley City, ND's Medicine Wheel Park, 7PM, Monday, September 22nd 2025, featuring Mr. Ricky White, speaking on the signific...

09/18/2025

The 2025 Autumnal Equinox will be observed at Medicine Wheel Park 7PM, Monday, September 22nd, featuring Mr. Ricky White, who will be speaking on the significance of Medicine Wheels to Native Peoples, sharing their ancient wisdom that speaks through the stones as we witness the first day of Fall.

Ricky White (Niigonanakud), is Anishinaabe from Whitefish Bay First Nations in Ontario, Canada. He is Pizhew or Lynx Clan and a lifetime member of the renowned drum group, “the Whitefish Bay Singers.” As a result of growing up on an isolated reservation, Ricky retained deep knowledge of the Anishinaabe language and culture, and those teachings continue to guide his spirit and work today.
Over the last 22 years, Ricky has served as an Ojibwe Language and Culture Teacher, Assistant Principal, Principal, Executive Director of Education, and Superintendent of Schools. He participated in top-level professional development, focusing particularly on school improvement, fostering a positive school environment, and engaging students who present challenges for our education systems.
Ricky has shifted his professional career to strategically sharing the blueprints of best practices for student success and working to help turn around schools, programs, and communities. He started a consulting company, fittingly called “First Nations Consultants,” and is now sharing his strategies all over Canada and the United States to inspire and unite his methods and messages for enhancing the educational experience for all involved.
Ricky’s accomplishments go far beyond schools and classrooms. He was chosen as the prospective leader of the Anishinaabe Nation of Treaty #3 in 1989. Later, he received recognition as Minnesota Indian Education Teacher of the Year in 2001, followed by Minnesota Indian Education Administrator of the Year in 2013. Ricky is a skilled public speaker, frequently asked to host pow-wows, conferences, gatherings, keynote events, as well as radio and television programs. Proud to serve and help others, he willingly shares his insight and wisdom with everyone.
This is a free and open event to all. Remember to bring bug spray. Medicine Wheel Park is at 205 Winter Show Road SE, Valley City, ND.
For more information, contact Wes Anderson, 701-845-0966
VCSU
101 College St SW
Valley City, ND 58072
701-845-7452
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09/15/2025

09/15/2025

Press Release

FREE Planetarium Shows at Valley City State University

Saturday, September 20, 2025
Room 309 Rhoades Science Center: VCSU Campus
(Elevator available by west entrance)

1:00 P.M. Star Search *New*
Star Search is a teacher guiding a pair of students across the seasonal skies in search of the brightest star we can see in our sky at night....NOT THE SUN....

1:35 P.M. Constellation Costume Crew *New*
A bunch of kids trick-or-treating for Halloween dressed as the fall night sky constellations.

For more information about this planetarium show or to become a Friend of the Planetarium contact Wes Anderson, 701-845-0966, [email protected]

VCSU
Planetarium-Rhoades Science Center
101 College St SW
Valley City, ND 58072

09/12/2025

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