National Geographic Giant Screen Theater

Weather is one of the most dynamic forces shaping our planet, but now it's more extreme and complex than ever. Extreme Weather takes us to the frontlines where few have gone. Travel to the edge of 300-foot tall glaciers collapsing, to the front lines of massive wildfires, directly in the path of deadly, yet mesmerizing tornadoes. Follow researchers and everyday heroes as they uncover surprising connections to help us understand and adapt to our ever-changing weather.

Showtimes:
September 23 - November 12 (Wed-Sun): 11:00am* | 2:00pm | 4:00pm
November 15 - December 17 (Wed-Sun): 11:00am | 1:00pm | 3:00pm
December 20 - January 6: 12:00pm | 3:00pm | 6:00pm
*No 11:00 am showing on Nov. 2

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Just as dinosaurs began their domination of Earth, pterosaurs ruled the prehistoric skies. Some with wingspans as long as a modern jet plane, these flying reptiles were as spectacular in appearance as they were amazing in flight. Join world-renowned naturalist and documentary filmmaker David Attenborough as he recounts the fascinating story of how we humans first discovered that these creatures were real and how they were even able to get off the ground and indeed soar...until their sudden disappearance from Earth.

Showtimes:
November 15 - December 17 (Wed-Sun): 12:00pm | 2:00pm | 4:00pm
December 20 - January 6: 11:00am | 2:00pm | 5:00pm

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In the past half century, humans have punched through the stratosphere, walked on the moon, and lived continuously in orbit. In the coming decades, our unquenchable curiosity will take our species beyond the cradle of Earth to touch the face of another world. Strap in for the next giant leap. Next stop … Mars! Narrated by Patrick Stewart.

Showtimes:
September 23 - November 12 (Wed - Sun): 1:00pm | 3:00pm

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Sensory Friendly Journey to Space 2D. The volume will be lower and the lights will be dimmed for Sensory Friendly Day at COSI.

In the past half century, humans have punched through the stratosphere, walked on the moon, and lived continuously in orbit. In the coming decades, our unquenchable curiosity will take our species beyond the cradle of Earth to touch the face of another world. Strap in for the next giant leap. Next stop … Mars! Narrated by Patrick Stewart.

Showtime:
November 2: 11:00am

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Take a steam train journey through the breathtaking vistas of the Canadian Rockies and highlights the adventure of building a nearly impossible transcontinental railway.

Showtimes:
September 23 - November 12 (Wed - Sun): 12:00pm*
*Nov. 2 showing is sensory friendly. The volume will be lower and the lights will be dimmed for Sensory Friendly Day at COSI.

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Come on an extraordinary adventure into magical worlds beneath our feet that most of us never see – one where life is lived at an extraordinary intensive pace, where everything we know seems turned on its head. Experience the hidden kingdoms of the Enchanted Forest and the unforgiving desert of the Wild West.

From BBC Earth, this is the story of a day in the life of two little heroes: a scorpion mouse and a chipmunk. For each of them this will be a day they never forget. It’s a story of drama, danger and courage, of insight and revelation, a journey to discover and understand a new and fascinating natural history.

Showtimes:
December 20 - January 6: 1:00pm | 4:00pm

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