Features and Attractions

***DUE TO EARLY VOTING***  The Kenner Planetarium and Rivertown Space Science Complex will be closed on the following Saturdays:  October 7, November 4, November 11.  We apologize for any inconvenience.  

PLANETARIUM AND MEGA DOME CINEMA SCHEDULE: OCTOBER 14, 21 and 28, 2023 *Closed 10/7/23*

Little Star Poster (2) (JPG)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 planets of his own to protect and warm. Along the way, meet other stars, learn what makes each star special, and discover that stars combine to form star clusters and galaxies.  **NEW SHOW**

Saturday at 12:00 p.m.  Magic Tree House: Space Mission (Running time: 32 minutes)

Based on the beloved book series, "Magic Tree House: Space Mission" follows Jack and Annie on a fun-filled journey to discover the secrets of the Sun, Moon, planets, space travel and more!

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 wingspan of approximately 40 feet and equal to that of a modern-day jet plane.

Saturday at 2:00 p.m.  Totality! (Running time:  26 minutes)

Two solar eclipses will cross the U.S. soon-an annular on October 14, 2023 and a total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024! In this show, learn how eclipses happen, how to safely view one, and where these two eclipses take place.

Saturday at 3:00 p.m.  Fright Light (Running time:  45 minutes)

There are no tricks but plenty of treats in this frightfully entertaining laser light show full of Halloween-themed tunes and animations!

Planetarium show tickets are $6 (Adults), $5 (Seniors 60 and over), and $5 (Children 2-12 yrs.) per show and include admission to the Rivertown Space Science Complex on Saturdays. Multi-show discounts are available.

Psychology of Color (JPG)RIVERTOWN SPACE SCIENCE COMPLEX

Rivertown Science Center

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 or stand alone tickets can be purchased for $5 (Adults), $4 (Seniors 60 and over), and $3 (Children 2-12 yrs.)

Field Trips & Group Information

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 or call the office at 504-468-7231.

If you are a teacher/camp/group organizer and would like to see Rivertown's field trip options and special group pricing, see the Rivertown Field Trip Packet (PDF) now updated for the 2023-2024 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.

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LaSalle's Landing

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.
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Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts

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.

Performing Arts Theater Inside (JPG)

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