Space Center Houston

Space Center Houston Bringing people and space closer together! Nonprofit Science & Space Learning Center The Manned Space Flight Education Foundation Inc.
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is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational foundation with an extensive science education program and a space museum. The cornerstone of its science education mission is Space Center Houston. It is one of Houston’s top attractions, the area’s No. 1 attraction for international visitors, the Official Visitor Center of NASA Johnson Space Center and the first Smithsonian Affiliate in the greater Houston ar

ea. Space Center Houston has something for all ages. You can touch a moon rock, see real spacecraft and go behind the scenes at NASA. Visitors come from all over the world to view the largest collection of space artifacts in the Southwestern United States. Admission is one convenient price and includes access to all exhibits. Become a member today and receive advance notice on exhibits, invitations to special events, free parking and much more. For more information, visit spacecenter.org.

Members, ready to close out the summer with an after-hours adventure? Join us for the last Summer Member Night of the se...
08/11/2026

Members, ready to close out the summer with an after-hours adventure? Join us for the last Summer Member Night of the season! 🌕

📅 Saturday, Aug. 15 | 6:30 PM – 9 PM

Beat the heat, skip the daytime crowds and enjoy the evening with:
🕹️ Free VR & Simulators: Skip the lines and enjoy free space simulations on a first-come, first-served basis.
🔬 Hands-On Science: Try astronaut-inspired experiments led by our education team.
🎙️ Aerospace Stories: Hear insider insights from aerospace industry professionals.

This is our last Summer Member Night of the season and space is limited! We recommend registering in advance!

🎟️ Reserve tickets here: https://bit.ly/45UmQAs

Give it up for our Crew Member of the Month, Dusty Melton! 🚀As a Custodial Lead, Dusty plays an important role in creati...
08/10/2026

Give it up for our Crew Member of the Month, Dusty Melton! 🚀

As a Custodial Lead, Dusty plays an important role in creating the clean, welcoming environment our guests and crew experience every day.

Whether he's supporting a special event, tackling a demanding project, or stepping in wherever help is needed, Dusty approaches his work with professionalism, pride, and attention to detail. His reliability and positive attitude make him someone his fellow crew members know they can count on.

Dusty's work is a great example of how excellence lives in the details—and how every role contributes to creating an exceptional experience at Space Center Houston.

Join us in celebrating Dusty's hard work, dedication, and commitment to a job well done! ✨💙

Houston, we're clear for launch. 🚀Our Space News & Brews series is landing on-site at Space Center Houston for the very ...
08/03/2026

Houston, we're clear for launch. 🚀

Our Space News & Brews series is landing on-site at Space Center Houston for the very first time this Saturday.

🗓️ Saturday, Aug. 8 | 2:00 – 5:00 PM | Special Events Building

Here’s what’s on tap —
🍺 Stellar Brews: Sip local favorites from Starbase Brewing & be among the first to sip Go For Launch, the official beer of Space Center Houston!

🪐 Cosmic Conversations: Live Q&A and insights with space professionals Dr. Tanya Rogers and Chris Matty.

🎟️ What's included: Tickets include a drink, light bites, collectible presenter lithographs, and an autograph/photo session.

✨ Member Advantage: Space Center Houston members get 50% off + an exclusive event pint glass!

Spots are limited—grab your tickets today! 👇
https://spacecenter.org/featured_events/space-news-and-brews-space-center-houston/

Attention future engineers! 🏎️🚀🤖 Join us this Thursday, August 6, as we welcome author Jay Flores for an exciting celebr...
08/03/2026

Attention future engineers! 🏎️🚀🤖

Join us this Thursday, August 6, as we welcome author Jay Flores for an exciting celebration of his new bilingual (English/Spanish) book, Mechanical Engineer Someday!

Whether it's race cars, roller coasters, or space exploration, learn how mechanical engineers imagine, design, and build the world around us through a fun presentation and book signing!

📍 Location: Mission Briefing Center
⏰ Presentation: 10:30 a.m.
✍️ Book Signing: Immediately following presentation in the Mission Briefing Center.

Bring your own copy to get signed or attend the presentation for a chance to take home a FREE copy!

🎟️ Included with general admission.
🔗 Tap the link to learn more: https://bit.ly/3ScV0My

Houston, this is the LAST WEEKEND to experience the Galaxy’s Game at Space Center Houston! ⚽✨Face off in the Lunar Surfa...
07/31/2026

Houston, this is the LAST WEEKEND to experience the Galaxy’s Game at Space Center Houston! ⚽✨

Face off in the Lunar Surface Arena, track your astronaut training stats on the ISS Fan Tracker, and check out rare space sports history.

Don't miss out before it closes!
🎟️ For tickets visit: https://bit.ly/3R07V3Q

07/31/2026

Join us for Astronaut Days this Friday, July 31 & Saturday, August 1 at Space Center Houston! 👨‍🚀✨

Step inside the Vast Haven-1 Experience—a full-scale look at the world’s first commercial space station mockup—plus pop-up labs, astronaut Q&As, interactive tours, and more! 🛰️

🎟️ Included with general admission!
👉 Tap the link for tickets: https://spacecenter.org/featured_events/astronaut-days/

Step into the mind of an astronaut and experience a full-day immersive space-inspired training at our Lead Like an Astro...
07/28/2026

Step into the mind of an astronaut and experience a full-day immersive space-inspired training at our Lead Like an Astronaut event on Friday, September 11. 🚀Learn more about this event on our blog: https://spacecenter.org/lead-like-astronauts/

Ready to train like an astronaut? 🧑‍🚀 Space Center Houston’s Astronaut Days are blasting off this weekend, July 31 and A...
07/27/2026

Ready to train like an astronaut? 🧑‍🚀 Space Center Houston’s Astronaut Days are blasting off this weekend, July 31 and Aug. 1, and the lineup is packed with incredible adventure!

Your general admission ticket is your all-access pass to the ultimate space weekend. You can walk the paths of the legendary Astronaut Training Facility, watch marshmallows expand in our vacuum-pressure labs, and hear Mission Memories from veteran astronauts Col. Brian Duffy and Cpt. Mike Baker – and so much more!

Best of all, our friends at are making your launch even easier. As the official credit union of Space Center Houston, Wellby members score an exclusive 15% discount on general admission tickets! Just use your exclusive member discount code when purchasing your tickets online. 🚀✨

🎟️Astronaut Days are included in general admission.
🔗For tickets visit: https://bit.ly/3RgFWNL

Members, looking for a cool way to beat the Texas heat and skip the crowds? Join us tomorrow, Friday, July 24, for our n...
07/23/2026

Members, looking for a cool way to beat the Texas heat and skip the crowds? Join us tomorrow, Friday, July 24, for our next Summer Member Night! 🚀

📅 Friday, July 24 | 6:30 PM – 9 PM

Space Center Houston is staying open late for members. Here is what’s waiting for you:
🎮 Last Chance for The Galaxy’s Game: Enjoy uninhibited access to this exhibit before it leaves on August 3!

🕹️ Free VR & Simulators: Skip the long daytime lines and enjoy free rides.

🔭 Stargazing with Experts: View planets and stars with the Houston Astronomical Society & JSC Astronomical Society.

🔬 Hands-On Science: Try activities led by our education team, inspired by real astronaut experiments on the ISS.

🎙️ Volunteer Stories: Hear insider insights from aerospace industry professionals.

This event is free for members and space is limited, so we recommend registering in advance!

🎟️ Reserve your spot here: https://spacecenter.org/featured_events/summer-member-nights-2/

(Tram tours are daytime only. Telescope viewing depends on clear weather conditions).

“Your vision is not limited by what your eye can see, but by what your mind can imagine.” ✨From growing up in Kona, Hawa...
07/23/2026

“Your vision is not limited by what your eye can see, but by what your mind can imagine.” ✨

From growing up in Kona, Hawaiʻi, to reaching the stars, Ellison Onizuka made history as the first Asian American in space. Selected in NASA’s historic 1978 astronaut class, Onizuka dedicated his life to breaking barriers, advancing aerospace engineering, and inspiring young people across the nation to dream without limits.

Learn more about his lasting legacy, his connection to our community, and how his spirit continues to inspire future explorers.

Read our latest blog post to explore how Ellison Onizuka’s legacy inspires our educational mission and the next generation of space explorers.

🔗: https://bit.ly/4pCSaNk
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