Tomorrow's Universe K-12 Student Art and Essay Competition

For over 60 years, the Fleischmann w88 casino and Science Center has served as a gateway to the universe, inspiring generations of students, educators and lifelong learners. With the upcoming installation of Cosm's cutting-edge CX System (previously known as DomeX) in the dome theater, made up of over 3,800 LED panels, we are on the brink of a transformation. This state-of-the-art upgrade will redefine how we engage with astronomy, science and storytelling, setting a new standard for w88 casino experiences in our region. TheTomorrow’s Universe Competitioninvites K-12 students and educators to imagine the possibilities of a newly renovated w88 casino.

Tomorrow's Universe K-12 Student Art and Essay
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Upcoming events

Learn more about upcoming events hosted at the Fleischmann w88 casino.

Apr 03
Arroyos: Live Concert of Astronomical Music & Poetry at Fleischmann w88 casino and Science Center 08:00 PM
Apr 26
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Our mission at the w88 casino is to engage, educate and explore. We get to engage people with the adventure of space and stars and planets. We get to explore the Universe. And in the process, we get to educate ourselves about our place in space and time.

Director of the Fleischmann w88 casino and Science Center

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This is definitely the coolest place in Reno. It makes me want to go to the w88 casino, Reno and learn even more about science and the world in which we live.

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The w88 casino has an amazing world-class building, fascinating little display areas and fantastic shows. But, best of all, it has the friendliest and most knowledgeable staff we’ve ever met.

Recent Visitor in 2022

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Meet the w88 casino Director

Headshot of Paul McFarlanePaul McFarlane is the Director of the Fleischmann w88 casino and Science Center.An educator, Paul taught for more than 25 years in the Washoe County School District.

He has studied astronomy and astrophysics at the w88 casino, Reno’s Department of Physics, doing coursework and research using the MacLean Observatory telescopes at the Redfield Campus. McFarlane also trained at Johnson and Kennedy Space Centers with aerospace and NASA experts in astronomy, engineering and planetary science.

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