New Mexico Museum of Space History

09/03/2026

A golden milestone deserves a stellar celebration. Limited tickets are now available for the New Mexico Museum of Space History’s Golden Jubilee and 2026 Induction Ceremony on October 3. Join us as we honor extraordinary pioneers of space, science, and exploration.

Get tickets Here: https://www.spacehalloffame.org/50th-anniversary-gala-and-international-space-hall-of-fame-induction-ceremony/

09/01/2026

Please join us in congratulating the 2026 inductees into the International Space Hall of Fame! Their vision, dedication, and accomplishments have helped advance humanity’s journey into space.

Golden Jubilee Event Tickets Now on Sale Tickets are now on sale for the New Mexico Museum of Space History’s Golden Jubilee and Induction Ceremony to be held on Saturday, […]

09/01/2026

Ancient skywatchers in southern New Mexico tracked time using the sun, moon, and horizon, and Dave Greenwald of Jornada Research Institute will explain how during our free September Launch Pad Lecture. Meet us Friday, September 4, from 9 to 10 a.m. at the New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium, 3198 State Route 2001, Alamogordo.

New Mexico Museum of Space History Launch Pad LectureLocation: New Horizons Dome Theater and PlanetariumDate: Friday, September 4, 2026Guest Speaker: Dave Greenwald, Jornada Research Institute PresidentTime: 9:00 AM – 10:00 […]

09/01/2026

Bring your coworkers, friends, family, or organization together for Climb the Cube on September 12 at the New Mexico Museum of Space History. This family-friendly Memorial Stair Climb is a meaningful opportunity for local teams to honor those lost on 9/11, recognize the service of first responders, and show the strength of our community.

The New Mexico Museum of Space History and Alamogordo Fire Department invite the public to Climb the Cube: 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb on Saturday, September 12, 2026.

08/31/2026

New Mexico Museum of Space History celebrates its 50-year history in Alamogordo with an event on October 3 and an exhibit to tell the story of the museum opened earlier this month.

08/31/2026

You might know that the Lockheed U-2 high-altitude aircraft had a pivotal role in Cold War surveillance, but did you know that NASA acquired two U-2s in June 1971 for scientific research?

OTD 55 years ago, NASA completed its first data-acquisition flight with the U-2, kicking off decades of high-altitude airborne science.

📷 One of NASA's U-2s with its various sensors and cameras at NASA Ames Research Center in 1977

08/30/2026

Bring a little bit of the cosmos into your space. 🌌

The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is set to investigate some of the biggest questions in astrophysics, from how the universe evolved to how common planets are beyond our solar system.

As launch approaches, bring the mission into your classroom, home, office, or workplace.

⬇️ Check the comments below to download and display a Roman poster as we count down to this next chapter in exploring the cosmos.

08/28/2026

Cosmic comedy coordinates locked: Galactic Laffs!

08/28/2026

Hidden in the Chihuahuan desert is a place that powered America’s Space Race.

Our neighbor the White Sands Missile Range houses the White Sands Test Facility, a spacecraft testing facility that had a massive impact on America’s journey to space.

The White Sands Test Facility was established in 1962. Its location was ideal for aerospace propulsion testing due to the topography and isolated landscape.

Not only were the main engines for the Apollo tested and certified at the facility, but so were the engines that allowed the craft to safely land on the moon, as well as launch from the lunar surface!

White Sands National Park takes great pride in its partnership with our military neighbors at White Sands Missile Range who have greatly contributed to America’s Space History and putting us on the moon!

Photo Credit: NASA

08/28/2026

Help us congratulate the International Space Hall of Fame Class of 2026 inductees! Their remarkable contributions have helped shape the story of space exploration and inspire generations to reach for the stars.

Human health keeps space exploration moving. Dee O’Hara’s work connects directly to medical monitoring, astronaut wellness, muscle and bone protection, and the care systems needed for long-duration missions to the Moon and Mars.