Visitor Center Experiences

To enhance your self-guided experience, our staff and volunteers will occasionally conduct special “pop-up” programs and activities for guests of all ages to explore science topics and NASA missions. All experiences are free of charge. 

Gallery Programs

Look for an informal educator and our curiosity cart in the main exhibit hall to complete a challenge or engage in fun, hands-on science demonstrations.

Science On a Sphere Solar System Tour

Take a self-guided tour of our local solar system and explore past, present, and future NASA planetary missions.

Special Events and Programs

Join us in one of our upcoming events or programs to explore a special STEM topic. All programs are free; those requiring advanced registration will be noted in the event description.

September

International Observe the Moon Celebration

Saturday, Sept. 19, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Celebrate Earth’s closest neighbor in space, the Moon! Learn about NASA’s lunar exploration missions through fun hands-on activities Saturday, Sept. 19, 10 a.m. to noon. Plus, get a close up look at a piece of lunar history — our Moon rock collected by NASA astronaut Jack Schmitt during the Apollo 17 mission!

International Observe the Moon Night is an annual event that takes place in September or October, when the moon is around the first quarter and great for late afternoon and evening observing. This year, International Observe the Moon Night occurs on Saturday, Sept. 19, with official events happening all over the world. Click here for a participating location with evening hours near you.

Can’t attend any of the celebrations? No problem! Check out these fun moon-related activities you can do at home!