Flynn Planetarium showcases wonders of the universe

ELKINS, W.Va. (WBOY) — Davis and Elkins College is home to the Flynn Planetarium, which is the host of different events showcasing the mysteries of the universe. This past weekend, guests were able to grab some snacks and learn about stars, planets and galaxies.

Jerod Caligiuri, an assistant professor of astronomy at the school hosted the series of events. He believes the space is an important place for people to learn about the unknown.

“It’s a great resource. It’s a small planetarium but it’s a great resource for the community,” Caligiuri said.

Since launching a Facebook page for the planetarium, he said hundreds have come to see what it is all about. Caligiuri added that nobody knows everything about the universe and that adds to the fun of exploring it.

“Nobody knows everything and that’s what makes it exciting” Caligiuri said. “So, there’s always more to learn, always more to discover, and it’s a really big universe out there,”

He added that over the years, the planetarium has seen some upgrades, but he is still looking to lift up it’s capabilities.

“If donations come in, I would love to upgrade the projection system,” Caligiuri said.

He finished by encouraging people to check it out next time they have an event.