Planetarium

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s planned Museum of Natural History will feature “so many really amazing items from our collection, bring more people to campus, (and accomplish) scientific outreach” through its myriad displays, according to Dr. Sinéad Ní Chadhain, associate professor and chair of the biology department.  “Our hope is to engage people — curious about … New Natural History Museum at UA Little Rock will be Scientific Outreach to Community

Community support continues to grow for the return of the Shellam Flake Planetarium at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Since launching the planetarium seat sponsorship program this spring, alumni, friends, and community partners have sponsored 26 seats, generating $65,000 to provide long-term support for the planetarium’s maintenance and future enhancements. “We’re encouraged by … Community Support Builds for Shellam Flake Planetarium Seat Campaign

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock continues to build support for the future of its Shellam Flake Planetarium, with a new $50,000 gift focused on sustaining the facility for years to come. The gift from UA Little Rock alumnus and retired attorney James Bruce McMath and his wife, Becky, contributes to the Shellam Flake … UA Little Rock Receives Gift to Support Long-Term Success of Planetarium

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock continues to build momentum behind the future of its Shellam Flake Planetarium, with a new $50,000 gift supporting long-term sustainability efforts for the facility. The gift from Centennial Campaign co-chair Jerry Damerow and his wife, Sherri, supports the Shellam Flake Planetarium Endowment Fund in the Donaghey College of … UA Little Rock Receives Gift to Strengthen Long-Term Support for Planetarium

Before phase two construction begins, UA Little Rock Provost Ann Bain has already picked out her seats, becoming the first to invest in the Shellam Flake Planetarium’s new seats. She’s sponsoring two in honor of her grandchildren, Sadie and Henry, making the project personal long before the doors open. “I can’t think of a better … Provost Leads Effort in Shellam Flake Planetarium Seat Sponsorship Program

As the University of Arkansas at Little Rock prepares to reopen its newly renovated planetarium in fall 2026, excitement is building across campus for the return of a beloved landmark and the possibilities it represents for the future of science and community connection. The renovation is made possible through a $1.2 million gift from Leslye … Planetarium Reopening Signals New Era of Immersive Learning at UA Little Rock

A $1.2 million gift to the University of Arkansas at Little Rock will bring new life to the university’s planetarium, restoring a longtime campus landmark and expanding access to immersive science education for students and the broader Little Rock community.  The gift from Leslye and Ray Shellam honors the legacy of Leslye’s late father, Arkansas … UA Little Rock Receives $1.2 Million Gift to Restore Planetarium

Two of UA Little Rock’s most overlooked landmarks, the campus observatory and planetarium, are getting a second chance in the spotlight thanks to a short documentary created by graduating student Adrian Rogers. As his final project for the Donaghey Scholars Honors Program, Rogers, a recent mass communication graduate, produced “Mothball,” an eight-minute film that takes … UA Little Rock Student’s Documentary Shines Light on Forgotten Campus Landmarks

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is reopening its observatory after more than a decade of inactivity, thanks in part to the overwhelming enthusiasm sparked by the university’s public event for the Great North American Eclipse on April 8, 2024. The observatory, located atop Stabler Hall, has undergone renovations and will officially celebrate its … UA Little Rock Reopens Historic Observatory Following Solar Eclipse Event