Discover what it takes to travel to Mars, what hardware will get us to the fourth planet in our solar system and how humans might live on the red planet in the next few decades. Mission Mars: Experience a virtual Martian sunset, climb into a simulated Orion capsule and feel the texture of rock cliffs inspired by the red planet in this brand-new interactive exhibit. The one-of-a-kind Independence Plaza is the only place in the world where visitors can enter a shuttle replica mounted on top of the original space shuttle carrier aircraft. Touch interactive displays, see NASA artifacts and learn about the legacy of the Space Shuttle Program.
We suggest allowing about an hour and a half to explore this innovative exhibit celebrating the Space Shuttle Program. You can tour this international landmark at your own pace.
Independence Plaza, presented by Boeing: Experience the historic shuttle carrier aircraft NASA 905 with the high-fidelity shuttle replica Independence mounted on top. Walk underneath this marvel of reusable space technology and learn more about how it is making space more accessible. It’s one of only two SpaceX Falcon 9 boosters on display and the first commercial space exhibit for Space Center Houston. Home school groups or a pre-schools please either come on a day we are open to the public, or call us to discuss the program.SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket: In our newest exhibit, the Falcon 9 core, or first stage, B1035 is displayed horizontally and elevated 14 feet off the ground near Independence Plaza.
When reserving indicate ALL chaperones even if not being paid by the school. Unless indicated special circumstances, we cannot allow a chaperone ratio of greater than 1 adult : 7 kids, as we need as many students possible to experience the field trip and wagon ride.
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