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NASA to Welcome Visitors to Johnson Space Center Open House 2023
jsc2018e0917791.jpg Visitors to NASAâs Johnson Space Center Open House 2018 listen to an astronaut in Teague Auditorium. Credits: NASA |
RELEASE: J23-005 NASA to Welcome Visitors to Johnson Space Center Open House 2023 NASAâs Johnson Space Center will open its gates to the public Saturday, Oct. 14, celebrating NASAâs 65th anniversary, the International Space Stationâs 25th anniversary and the upcoming Artemis missions to the Moon. To help ensure an enjoyable visit for everyone when they drive through the centerâs main gate from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. CDT, the center is asking visitors to abide by a few simple guidelines: - No Pets (unless certified service dog)
- No firearms, weapons, or ammunition (includes license to carry)
- No coolers, food, or beverages (including alcohol)
- Motorcycle helmets are required on NASA property
During the open house, visitors will get a free, behind-the-scenes look at some of the agencyâs most historic accomplishments, and the exciting work happening right now as NASA returns humans to the Moon and prepares for Mars. The incoming gate will close at 2:30 p.m. and visitors will be allowed to remain on site until 3 p.m. A full list of activities and a map will be available here as the Open House date nears. Visitors will have access to a variety of exhibits and hardware, ranging from Moon rocks collected during the Apollo missions, to full-size mockups of the International Space Station, NASAâs Orion spacecraft and Gateway lunar space station. Guests also will have opportunities to meet astronauts and learn more about how human spaceflight missions are managed from Mission Control, Houston. Guests may also take advantage of an exciting opportunity to view an annular eclipse -- also known as a âring of fireâ eclipse -- of the Sun. In addition to facilities and exhibits, the centerâs Teague Auditorium will feature programs and speakers from 9:30 a.m. through 3:00 p.m. âAs we celebrate NASAâs 65th anniversary, Johnson Space Center has played a key role in leading human space exploration and has been a part of the vibrant Houston community for nearly six decades,â said Vanessa Wyche, director of Johnson Space Center. âWhile the past 60 years represent the best of our country and the height of American ingenuity, the talented, dedicated, and diverse team here in âspace cityâ Houston is excited about the next chapter in spaceflight as we work to launch humans farther into the solar system.â NASA opened for business Oct. 1, 1958, following the signing of the agencyâs founding legislation on July 29, 1958. After four decades that saw dozens of short-duration missions to the Moon and low Earth orbit, NASA and its international partners launched the first element of the International Space Station on Nov. 20, 1998, setting the stage for continuous human presence in space, which began in 2000. Visitors are welcomed year-round through Johnsonâs official visitor center, Space Center Houston, which provides tram tours and visits inside a number of key facilities. However, this open house will allow visitors to have access to several locations not accessible during visitor center tours. Connect with Johnson Space Center on social media at: https://X.com/NASA_Johnson and https://www.facebook.com/NASAJSC -end- Kelly Humphries / Dylan Connell Johnson Space Center, Houston 281-483-5111 kelly.o.humphries@nasa.gov dylan.b.connell@nasa.gov |