Now playing "Always Above" on Saturdays between regularly scheduled shows (Running time: 12 minutes)
Most people don’t realize just how much our modern way of life depends on the many satellites that fly around our planet. "Always Above" explores how close space is to our daily lives, what type of satellites are up there, the threats that exist and the role that the U.S. Space Force plays in launching, operating and defending these assets.
Saturday at 11:00 a.m. The Little Star That Could (Running time: 35 minutes)
Join Little Star, an average yellow star in search of his own planets to protect and warm. Along the way, Learn what makes stars so special!
Saturday at 12:00 p.m. The Accidental Astronauts (Running time: 32 minutes)
Follow the adventures of Sy and Annie and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun, and Moon systems with a wise-cracking starship computer and gain a new appreciation of our home planet.
Saturday at 1:00 p.m. Flying Monsters (Running time: 40 minutes)
Set out to uncover the truth about the dinosaur cousin, the Pterosaur, with a wing span of approximately 40-feet and equal to that of a modern-day jet plane.
Saturday at 2:00 p.m. The Cowboy Astronomer (Running time: 32 minutes)
Star gaze in this light-hearted show narrated by humorist Baxter Black. In a setting free from light pollution, view the Milky Way and hop from Polaris to the Pleaides.
Saturday at 3:00 p.m. Laser Tribute (Running time: 40 minutes)
Great artists like John Lennon, James Brown, and Elvis Presley come into our lives and leave behind a musical legacy. Laser Tribute pays homage to great artists whose music has touched and inspired us. May their music live on, one song at a time.
Planetarium show tickets are $6 (Adults), $5 (Seniors 60 and over), and $5 (Children 2-12 yrs.) per show and includes admission to the Rivertown Space Science Complex on Saturdays.
Now playing "Always Above" on Saturdays between regularly scheduled shows (Running time: 12 minutes)
Most people don’t realize just how much our modern way of life depends on the many satellites that fly around our planet. "Always Above" explores how close space is to our daily lives, what type of satellites are up there, the threats that exist and the role that the U.S. Space Force plays in launching, operating and defending these assets.
Saturday at 11:00 a.m. One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure-Sponsored by Entergy(Running time: 30 minutes)
Join Big Bird, Elmo and their friend from China, Hu Hu Zhu as they locate the Big Dipper, the North Star and the moon in the night sky.
Saturday at 12:00 p.m. Secrets of Gravity (Running time: 35 minutes)
Limbradur and ALBYX3 embark on a magical journey of discovery through time and space to uncover the secrets of gravity and explore the theories of Albert Einstein!
Saturday at 1:00 p.m. Dream to Fly (Running time: 32 minutes)
Discover how generations of dreamers pursued the ancient impulse that has taken us from the ground to the stars.
Saturday at 2:00 p.m. Space Explorers: The ISS Experience-Sponsored by Entergy(Running time: 30 minutes)
Join a crew of astronauts as they arrive aboard the International Space Station (ISS) and discover the joy, wonder and danger of living in space.
Saturday at 3:00 p.m.
Celebrate Black History Month with a collection of musical laser light shows that highlight artists like Prince, Michael Jackson, Motown & more!
Feb. 7 Laser Prince (Running time: 40 minutes)
Feb. 14 Laser Hip Hop (Running time: 40 minutes)
Feb. 21 Laser Michael Jackson (Running time: 55 min.)
Feb. 28 Laser Motown (Running time: 40 minutes)
Planetarium show tickets are $6 (Adults), $5 (Seniors 60 and over), and $5 (Children 2-12 yrs.) per show and includes admission to the Rivertown Space Science Complex on Saturdays.
Explore the world of science through interactive hands-on exhibits dedicated to weather, rivers, insects, optical illusions and more. Test your skills at forecasting the weather in an exhibit sponsored by WWL-TV Channel 4 that incorporates green screen technology, or have fun digging for dinosaur bones in a tabletop sand pit. The Rivertown Science Center strives to make learning fun for everyone.
Space Station Kenner Exhibit
Tour a life-sized prototype of NASA's International Space Station in this one-of-a-kind exhibit dedicated to space travel and technology. Explore the history of NASA rocketry, view spin-off technology with "Sput-Nick" the robot, or walk through a historical timeline of the 20th century.
Admission to the Rivertown Space Science Complex is included with the purchase of any planetarium show on Saturdays.
Field Trips & Group Information
Now accepting field trip reservations for the 2025-2026 school year!
Field trips are available at the Kenner Planetarium and Rivertown Space Science Complex, Tuesdays through Fridays. We are closed on Mondays. For reservations, Email Heidi Glorioso (best method) or call the office at 504-468-7231.
Include the following information with any field trip inquiry:
1. Preferred date & time for your visit. Trips are available Tuesday through Friday, typically with a start time of 10:00am.
2. Name of your school or organization.
3. The grade or age level of the visitors.
4. The expected # of students, teachers & chaperones to attend. Everyone in attendance (over 2 yrs. old) will pay admission.
5. What you would like to visit: State the specific show title you wish to view in the planetarium. Shows vary in length but typically you will be scheduled for 45-50 minutes inside the theater. You can view a full list of show options in the PDF linked below. Do you also wish to visit the Science Center (30 minute visit), the Space Station (30 minute visit), neither or both?
6. Would you like a 30 minute lunch period included in the schedule? Depending on availability, this may be held in Heritage Park or in the Science Center Courtyard. Both are outdoor spaces and are weather permitting. There is NO indoor space available for lunch. Please plan to return to school for lunch in inclement weather.
If you are a teacher/camp/group organizer and would like to see Rivertown's field trip options and special group pricing, please review the Rivertown Field Trip Packet (PDF) for the 2025-2026 school year!
Kenner's Heritage Park
Celebrate Kenner's history in a replicated village of days gone by. Stroll down landscaped walkways and admire reproductions of a turn-of-the-century packing shed, ice house, and 1930's era gas station. The site also features a pond and bridge near a replica of St. Mary's Church, the first Catholic church in Kenner.
LaSalle's Landing is located at the southernmost end of Williams Boulevard at the foot of the levee. This area is believed to be the site where the French explorer, Rene'-Robert Cavalier, sieur de La Salle landed on his way to the Gulf of Mexico. It boasts historical significance as well as:
Louisiana history as the flags of ten different countries, all of which at some point governed our home state, fly above the central plaza.
A newly rehabilitated butterfly garden that is registered as one of the 42,280 monarch waystations with Monarch Watch, a national program dedicated to the creation, education, and conservation of monarch butterfly habitats. To learn more about the Monarch Waystation Program, see their official webpage.
A bronze statue commemorating the first ever World Heavyweight Prizefight Championship in the United States which was held in Kenner on May 10, 1870. At the center of the square, stands a statue of Tom Allen and Jem Mace to mark their historic match.
Beautiful views of the mighty Mississippi River and the magnificent ships, tugboats and other vessels that regularly navigate the river. A well maintained bike and walking path that stretches for miles in both directions also sits atop the levee.
Theatre 13 is proud to present a wonderful line up of productions at the Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts! The mission of Theatre 13 is to bring new and exciting productions to the New Orleans area while providing local theatre artists an opportunity to perform, create, and be compensated for their work.
Rivertown Theaters is located at 325 Minor Street in Kenner's Rivertown. See the Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts official webpage to learn more about its current features and attractions or call 504-461-9475 for more information.
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