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Wallops Visitor Center

Tucked away on Virginia’s Eastern Shore, NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility plays an incredibly important role in our understanding of earth and space science. Since its beginnings, Wallops has launched more than 16,000 rockets carrying science experiments, technology, and satellites. The public is invited to explore the history and future of Wallops and NASA at the Visitor Center through a variety of exhibits, videos, events, programs and tours.

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Location

Wallops Island, VA

Hours

Tue- Sat 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.

Admission

Free

Phone

(757) 824-1404

Visit Wallops

Explore the history and future of Wallops and NASA at the Wallops Flight Facility Visitor Center in Wallops Island, VA.

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A gray sign with white text stands at the beginning of a tree lined sidewalk leading to a concrete building that houses the Wallops Flight Facility Visitor Center

Events and Activities

Participate in special events and activities in addition to exploring the exhibits at the Visitor Center!

A group of people stand facing away from the camera some holding cell phone cameras above their heads waiting to watch a rocket launch from Wallops Island

Launch Viewing

Watch a rocket launch from the launch viewing area at the Wallops Visitor Center!

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Virtual and Onsite Field Trips

Engage with Informal Educators and exhibits virtually or onsite with K-12 field trip opportunities!

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Programs and Events

Explore STEM and NASA topics through a diverse range of guided programs and activities. From family engineering challenges, trivia contests, astronomy nights, and activities, there's something for everyone to discover!

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Facility Tours

Go behind the scenes on a tour of NASA's Wallops Flight Facility! See active working areas, meet subject matter experts, and learn about upcoming missions and research! Tours are only available to qualifying pre-registered groups.

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Contact Us

Visitor Center General Information: 
Phone: 757-824-1404
Email: wff-nasa-visitor-center@mail.nasa.gov

Visitor Center Director: Elizabeth Hall
Email: Elizabeth.A.Hall@nasa.gov

Informal Educator: Dana Wright
Email: Dana.V.Wright@nasa.gov

Program Coordinator: Janet Heaton
Email: Janet.K.Heaton@nasa.gov 

View a Launch

Watch a rocket launch from the coast of Virginia at the NASA Wallops Visitor Center's Launch Viewing Area! The Launch Viewing Area at the Visitor Center is located 7 miles from the launch range and is one of the only public sites with a clear view of the launch pads!

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