Sunrise Planetarium, Fairmount

About Sunrise Planetarium

Sunrise Planetarium in Fairmount, Georgia offers educational shows about space and the universe. Visitors attend planetarium shows lasting thirty minutes, which explore topics such as the planets and moons of the solar system or phenomena like black holes and pulsars. Public events include a thirty-minute train ride, weather permitting, along with a brief demonstration before the show. The lobby features exhibits where visitors can touch a meteorite and discover facts about the universe. The Sunrise Store sells meteorites, rocks, fossils, and planetarium memorabilia, with many items priced under ten dollars. General admission is free. The facility provides free parking and accommodates visitors using wheelchairs, with a specially designed caboose for wheelchair access on the train ride. A brief gospel message is presented as part of the planetarium show and train experience. Ages eighteen and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times.