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About Christenberry Planetarium

The Boyd E. Christenberry Planetarium sits on Samford University’s picturesque campus in the Homewood area of Birmingham, Alabama. Designed for immersive astronomy experiences, the planetarium features a 40-foot dome with a 200-degree projection that's history-rich yet accessible for all ages. With great seats unidirectional seats, guests enjoy clear sightlines as stars, planets, and celestial events come to life. Whether you’re a student, a local astronomy buff, or visitors passing through, we’ve got you covered with practical details to secure your seats and plan a seamless trip.

Parking is available in on-campus visitor lots, and Samford Transportation Services helps manage visitor parking permits and campus rules. For convenient travel, SamTram serves the Samford campus, while regional transit options also connect Birmingham to the area. If you’re staying overnight, you’ll find a selection of nearby hotels and dining options. We’ve highlighted affiliate-friendly hotels and restaurants to make planning quick and easy:

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 100 seats (unidirectional seating) inside a 40-foot dome.
  • Address/Location: Boyd E. Christenberry Planetarium, 800 Lakeshore Drive, Birmingham, AL 35229, on Samford University’s campus in the Homewood area.
  • Venue type: University planetarium (Samford University) named Boyd E. Christenberry Planetarium.
  • Seating/Dome: 40-foot dome with 200-degree projection; seating historically configured unidirectionally.
  • Parking: On-campus visitor parking spaces available; Samford Transportation Services handles visitor parking permits and parking rules.
  • Transit: Samford’s SamTram shuttle serves campus; general transit options available via area services for Birmingham.
  • Nearby hotels: Host hotels include Courtyard by Marriott Shades Creek Parkway (Lakeshore Dr) and Hilton Garden Inn Birmingham/Lakeshore Drive; additional options like Drury Inn & Suites Lakeshore Drive are nearby.
  • Notable events hosted: Rosetta comet mission program (2015 Alabama Winter Skies) and the 2021 reopening with new shows (e.g., Forgotten Women in Astronomy).
  • Renaming/dedication: Planetarium dedicated as Boyd E. Christenberry Planetarium in 2005.