Anniversary in the planetarium: Stone Age projector meets modern technology!

Anniversary in the planetarium: Stone Age projector meets modern technology!

On the occasion of a special anniversary, the planetarium in Bad Salzungen celebrated its 40th birthday. This is a remarkable milestone for the facility, which has developed into an important place for educational offers and leisure activities in recent decades. Visitors had the opportunity to immerse themselves in the miracles of the universe and to learn more about the starry sky. A highlight of the celebrations was a free demonstration that gave interested spectators a look at the fascinating programs of the planetarium.

The planetarium is proud of its old projector, the "ZKP 1" from the renowned Zeiss company from Jena. This projects the starry sky onto the eight meter wide dome and has already had a long history because it was previously in operation in Suhl. Even if the projector is no longer the latest at the age of 72, he still inspires many visitors. In the past two years, the offer has been expanded by a modern projector who can illuminate the entire dome with new programs. The content specially developed for them is well received, especially among the young spectators.

Offers and events in the Planetarium

The planetarium has been part of the Wartburg district of the Wartburg district since 1994 and has since developed into a central component in the region. The responsible Katja Hardtke-Pforr explained that public demonstrations take place every two weeks who attract a wide audience. In addition to these regular shows, the planetarium also offers special ideas and special events during the holidays. Especially for schools, kindergartens and companies, there are tailor -made offers that support training -ethical goals and promote the newly discovered fascination for astronomy.

The combination of traditional astronomy performance and modern digital technologies ensures that the planetarium in Bad Salzungen remains relevant. It not only creates entertainment, but also educational offers that visit visitors to all ages. The celebrations on the occasion of the 40th anniversary are a sign of how important this place is for the local community and how it has developed over the years. More information about this special anniversary is www.mdr.de .