Observatory Projection Systems
Projected stars fill the Rancho Mirage Observatory dome above its telescope

Observatory Projection Systems

Observatory dome
projection systems.

Keep visitors exploring during the day and on cloudy nights—with immersive dome projection for observatories with public outreach programs worldwide.

What is it?

A planetarium experience.
In your observatory.

The Observatory Projection System combines state-of-the-art projection mapping technology and stunning visuals to provide a planetarium experience on your observatory’s dome. It also allows for programming regardless of weather conditions and extends the usage of your observatory. You can use pre-produced media, live telescope images or real-time visuals from star chart or planetarium software. The possibilities are endless!

An immersive projection inside the observatory domeSee the system in action

Client testimonials

An experience that stays with you.

The projection system has really helped us improve our programing by allowing us to expand daytime tours and supplement our evening programs. It has been a major enhancement for our observatory.
Aaron Espinosa
Aaron Espinosa

Rancho Mirage Library & Observatory Director

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When our patrons leave at the end of the tour, their last impression is always the projection system. Because it’s what we choose to end the tour with. It’s always that thing that makes them want to come back.
Annie Poy
Annie Poy

Observatory Coordinator, Rancho Mirage Library & Observatory

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Explore the possibilities

More ways to bring
people closer to space.

Expand your programming on cloudy nights, during the full moon, and even during the day.

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Public outreach

More opportunities
to welcome visitors.

Use dome projection to support daytime tours, cloudy-night programs and shared views from a telescope camera. Start with the experience you want your visitors to have.

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