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Comment on Johannesburg Planetarium by Faith
Gauteng - Gauteng Tourism AuthorityRef: https://www.gauteng.net/attractions/johannesburg-planetarium/
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Source domain: gauteng.net
Collected on 2 July 2026
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What this means
The document describes the Johannesburg Planetarium, located at Milner Park on the Wits University campus, as an educational and research facility that hosts tours, shows, lectures, and workshops and serves both university and school groups. It notes historical details such as its founding in 1956, opening in 1960, and its ownership by the University of the Witwatersrand with joint operations by the City of Johannesburg, and mentions renovations ongoing until December 2023. The text highlights visitor numbers, activities, and its role as a popular tourist attraction, operating most days of the week with a variety of programs.
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City of Johannesburg, Gauteng
Reference
https://www.gauteng.net/attractions/johannesburg-planetarium/
Key Takeaways
- location: Milner Park, Wits University campus, Braamfontein
- entity: Johannesburg Planetarium
- owner: University of the Witwatersrand
- joint operation: City of Johannesburg
- opening year: 1960
- founding event: 1956 festival committee for Johannesburg's 70th birthday
- renovations: until December 2023
- annual visitors: ~75,000
- activities: displays, tours, lectures, workshops, school and family shows
- opening hours: every day except Sundays
- historical lens: Zeiss MKIII lens purchased from Hamburg Planetarium (early projectors)