In this special 20th episode of The Solar Power Hour, host William Grant takes viewers behind the scenes at the Peoria Riverfront Museum — home to the biggest solar system model on Earth. Joined by John Morris (President & CEO), Renae Kerrigan (Curator of Science and Planetarium Director), and Anne Marie Miller (VP of Development), the conversation explores how curiosity, education, and community collaboration keep Peoria shining bright.
Together, they dive into:
- How the Dome Planetarium represents the Sun in a to-scale model stretching across Central Illinois
- The museum’s mission to make science, art, and astronomy accessible to everyone
- How curiosity and education inspire the next generation of explorers
- The power of community partnerships and philanthropy in driving cultural growth
Plus, get a first look at the museum’s upcoming exhibitions, including Finding Titanic, America 250, and The Promise of Liberty.
Highlights:
- The world’s largest scale solar system model 🌞
- Peoria’s only multidisciplinary museum: art, science, history, and achievement
- How Sun Collectors powers education through planetarium sponsorships
- Dr. Robert Ballard’s “Finding Titanic” and the true story behind its secret mission
- How exploration — from solar energy to the deep ocean — connects us all
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