Space Center Houston

Escape the heat and head into the stars ✨

Catching the action at the FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston? Make sure to check out Esphera! Step inside a fully immersive show that launches you from Earth to lunar orbit. It’s the ultimate way to experience the galaxy’s game between matches.

Plan your mission today: https://spacecenter.org/galaxy

On June 18, 1983, Dr. Sally Ride made history as the first American woman in space. 🚀 This Saturday, June 20, join us for Sally’s Night—a celebration of her enduring legacy and the pioneers shaping the future of STEM.

Celebrate with us from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for interactive pop-up science labs across the center:

🔬 Analyze satellite imagery with EarthKam (founded by Dr. Ride!)
✈️ Build and test shuttle glider models
💼 Explore diverse career pathways in science and engineering

🎟️ All activities are included with general admission and free for members. Learn more: https://spacecenter.org/featured_events/sallys-night-2/

Give it up for our May Crew Member of the Month, Blake! 🚀

Known for his kindness and willingness to help, he works across teams to create positive experiences for guests and fellow crew members alike. He is dependable, approachable, and the absolute definition of people-driven!

We are so grateful for the warmth and dedication Blake brings to our mission every single day.

Join us in celebrating Blake’s hard work and dedication! ✨💙

Houston, we are clear for kickoff! 🇩🇪 🇨🇼

The first match in Houston has officially arrived. Whether you’re cheering for the DFB-Elf or the Blue-and-Yellow, the journey to victory starts in Space City. Make a "Rest Day" mission part of your tournament bracket!

📍At Space Center Houston: Explore the new Lunar Surface Arena, featuring high-energy challenges like The Grid and the Lunar Obstacle Run, alongside astronaut Ellison Onizuka’s historic soccer ball. All included with General Admission!

🏙️ In EaDo (through July 19): Visit FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston. Find us at Houston Hall for a collaborative exhibition with NASA Johnson Space Center, or step inside Esphera, our striking 360-degree immersive projection dome.

🔗 Start your mission today -- visit https://bit.ly/4fqgw9V.

🚀 TICKETS ON SALE 🍻

Friday, Aug. 8 | 2–5 PM

We're excited to host our first Space News and Brews at Space Center Houston!

Join us for an afternoon of space news, engaging discussion, and local brews as we bring the space exploration community together for conversation and connection.

🎤 Featured Space Experts: Dr. Tanya Rogers | Chris Matty

Hear their insights on the latest developments shaping the future of space exploration and industry, followed by audience Q&A and networking opportunities.

🍺 Brews provided by Starbase Brewing, featuring the official beer of Space Center Houston, Go For Launch.

🎟️ Tickets are open to all space enthusiasts!

🌟 Members get 50% off.

👇 Get your tickets here: https://bit.ly/4fGlz6m

Marking a major milestone for human spaceflight. 🚀

Reid Wiseman (Reid Wiseman) and Howard Hu made good on a preflight promise at Space Center Houston, which recently had the honor of hosting the pair for an unforgettable gathering.

To honor their engineering teams and to celebrate the success and historic impact of the Artemis II mission, Wiseman and Hu received commemorative tattoos by famed artist o k a n u c k u n at our facility last week.

It was a privilege to host guests who shared this meaningful memory as they honored the teamwork and dedication behind the mission.

Thank you for letting us share this unforgettable tribute here in Space City! 👨‍🚀🛰️

Copy, Earth joy 🌎

NASA has officially named the astronauts for Artemis III! 🧑‍🚀✨ Meet the crew:

🔸 Commander: Randy Bresnik
🔸 Pilot: Luca Parmitano
🔸 Mission Specialist: Andre Douglas
🔸 Mission Specialist: Frank Rubio

Their mission? A high-stakes, 2-week masterclass in low Earth orbit. The crew will fly Orion to execute a multi-launch orbital dance—docking with Blue Origin's lunar lander and SpaceX's Starship test articles to pave the way for the Moon in 2028.

Celebrate the history-making news with us! Come explore our incredible Artemis exhibit and see the future of deep space exploration up close.

🔗 For tickets, head to: https://spacecenter.org/
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Make memories that last! Book your explorer’s summer adventure with Space U Odyssey, our new space-themed sleepaway camp, July 12 - 17. Learn more at the 🔗 in bio! 🏕️

🌙 Five nights
🍴 Daily meals
🧪 STEM activities
🛶 Classic camp adventures
🚀 NASA Johnson Space Center Tours
📚 Immersive learning for ages 11-17

Space U Odyssey at Camp Strake is officially licensed by the State of Texas, with enhanced safety measures to ensure all explorers are safe and ready to explore.