- Duration
- 28 min
- Age recommendation
- Is best suitable for 10+
- Producer
- Saint Thomas Productions (2024)
Asteroids reveal secrets of the universe
Asteroid Quest
What are asteroids like? Are they harmless celestial bodies orbiting the Sun, potential threats to life on Earth, or keys to unlocking the secrets of the universe?
In the planetarium film Asteroid Quest, you will learn about asteroids, their secrets, and how scientists are learning to deflect asteroids to prevent catastrophic collisions.
Frequently asked questions about the planetarium experience
Is the planetarium included in the price of the Heureka ticket?
Yes, the planetarium is included in the price of the Heureka ticket. You can also enjoy the planetarium experience with the Museum Card, Kaiku Card, Heureka Club Card and Heureka's free tickets.
Note! For school and early childhood education groups, planetarium films cost an additional €1.50 per child. For more information on school prices, click here.
Is there an age limit for the planetarium?
The age limit for the planetarium is 5 years.
What is the age recommendation of the film based on?
Asteroid Quest is especially recommended for ages 10 and up, as the science content of the film may be challenging for the youngest members of the family to understand. If your child under 10 knows a lot about space and asteroids, the film may be suitable for them too!
How do I reserve a seat for the film?
There are a limited number of seats for planetarium shows. On weekends and school holidays seat reservations are made on the day of your visit at the information display in front of the planetarium.
1) Scan the QR code on the screen.
2) Reserve your seats for the screening you want.
3) You will receive a booking confirmation by email.
4) Arrive in front of the planetarium no later than 5 minutes before the start of the show.
5) Show your reservation confirmation to the customer service representative at the door.
6) Enjoy the planetarium experience!
If you need help making a reservation, our customer service representatives at the information desk will be happy to help.
Note! On weekends and during high season, we cannot guarantee a seat for everyone to the planetarium films. Please remember to reserve your seats for the desired screening at Heureka using the reservation code on the screen infront of the planetarium.
Accessibility at the planetarium
Special attention has been paid to the accessibility of the planetarium during the renovation, in terms of lighting and the placement of wheelchair spaces.
The planetarium features:
- Wheelchair spaces
- An induction loop (coming)
- Subtitles using AR glasses. (coming)
Language versions in the planetarium
The Asteroid Quest film is available in four languages. The language versions can be listened to with headphones.
Language options: Finnish (default language), English, Swedish and Finnish plain language.
Subtitles using AR glasses: in Finnish, English, Swedish and Finnish plain language.
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Learning materials related to the film (only in Finnish!)
Check out the material by clicking here (only in Finnish!)Asteroids and Moons Tasks
The tasks in the material explore asteroids and moons in the solar system, as well as the missions related to them. The goal of the tasks is to increase understanding of the smaller celestial bodies in the solar system and the research related to them.
The learning material can be used as is, or it can be used as pre- or post-tasks for the Asteroid Quest planetarium film. The tasks are best suited for secondary school and upper secondary school students, but anyone can use them!
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Asteroid Quest
Best suited for ages 10+
In the planetarium film Asteroid Quest, you will learn about asteroids, their secrets, and how scientists are learning to deflect asteroids to prevent catastrophic collisions.
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The Stellars - Mission: Green planetarium film combines space adventure, humor and a message of environmental protection.
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The Heart of the Forest
On the program from June 1st
Welcome to an enchanting journey into the world of trees! In the planetarium film The Heart of the Forest you will learn about the cycle of life, the power of forests, and their biodiversity.
