Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience (Chicago)

Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience is a fully interactive, 3D virtual reality experience that begins at the Smithsonian’s Whipple Observatory before launching visitors into space aboard the world's most powerful telescopes. Developed in close collaboration with the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory, Starstruck transforms astronomical data and imagery into a breathtaking exploration of the universe. Blending cutting-edge immersive technology with authentic science and cinematic storytelling, Starstruck brings the cosmos within reach like never before. Stand beside the Smithsonian’s Whipple Observatory, under a sky alive with constellations. Climb aboard powerful telescopes and uncover the universe’s greatest mysteries. Listen to the Sun's vibrations and behold solar flares 30 times larger than Earth. Explore an exoplanet where volcanoes erupt and diamonds glitter beneath the surface. Witness a spectacular supernova as star stuff is recycled into new stars and planets. Venture to the edge of a supermassive black hole as it pulls a star into its grasp.