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Space Center Houston Bringing people and space closer together! Nonprofit Science & Space Learning Center The Manned Space Flight Education Foundation Inc.
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is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational foundation with an extensive science education program and a space museum. The cornerstone of its science education mission is Space Center Houston. It is one of Houston’s top attractions, the area’s No. 1 attraction for international visitors, the Official Visitor Center of NASA Johnson Space Center and the first Smithsonian Affiliate in the greater Houston area. Space Center Houston has something for all ages. You can touch a moon rock, see real spacecraft and go behind the scenes at NASA. Visitors come from all over the world to view the largest collection of space artifacts in the Southwestern United States. Admission is one convenient price and includes access to all exhibits. Become a member today and receive advance notice on exhibits, invitations to special events, free parking and much more. For more information, visit spacecenter.org.

Enjoy a family-friendly evening at our Thought Leader Series, presented by UTMB Health, with guest speaker Kellie Gerard...
10/11/2026

Enjoy a family-friendly evening at our Thought Leader Series, presented by UTMB Health, with guest speaker Kellie Gerardi—a multi-mission research astronaut! 🚀

Explore our Artemis exhibit before the LIVE Q&A! 🌙

Bring your whole crew, even the youngest explorers! 🧑‍🚀

Savor the evening with light bites and drinks! 🍿🥂🥤

10/10/2026

All Systems Glow ✨ Galaxy Lights is back at Space Center Houston, November 14–January 4!

Experience space as you've never seen it before. Save the dates: Member Preview Night, November 13, Galaxy Lights Overnights, November 21 & December 5, and Teacher Appreciation Day, December 18.

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now and popular dates sell out fast — https://bit.ly/373m3NZ
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Strap on your bow tie 🐶🎀Meet Tripp, the dapper Boston Terrier at the heart of The Traveling Tuxedo. This Saturday at 12:...
10/09/2026

Strap on your bow tie 🐶🎀

Meet Tripp, the dapper Boston Terrier at the heart of The Traveling Tuxedo. This Saturday at 12:30 PM, hear all about his wild Texas adventures, then meet author Melissa Coyle (a former elementary teacher!) at the book signing at 1:20 PM.

📍 Mission Briefing Center, 12:30 PM — presentation
📍 Space Center Houston Store, 1:20 PM — book signing
🎟️ Included with general admission

Perfect for your little explorers | Tap the link to learn more: https://bit.ly/4hOhegz

Explorers, get ready for a frightfully fun space adventure! 🎃Galaxy Frights returns to Space Center Houston Oct. 24, 25 ...
10/09/2026

Explorers, get ready for a frightfully fun space adventure! 🎃

Galaxy Frights returns to Space Center Houston Oct. 24, 25 & 31 | Trick-or-Treat stations, spooky photo ops, pop-up science labs and more, all included with general admission.

Our friends at — the Official Credit Union of Space Center Houston — are making your launch even easier: members score 15% off general admission with your exclusive partner code! 💳✨

👻 Gather your favorite ghosts and ghouls & tap the link in bio for tickets.

Not your average sensory room. 🚀Space is big. Sometimes you need a smaller one. Our Sensory Room is a calm, low-stimulat...
10/02/2026

Not your average sensory room. 🚀

Space is big. Sometimes you need a smaller one. Our Sensory Room is a calm, low-stimulation space to reset and recharge during your visit, and yes, it's for grown-ups too.

✨ Soft, calming lighting
🌙 Quiet corners to take a breath
🧑‍🚀 Open to guests of every age, no explanation needed

Learn more about accessibility at Space Center Houston: https://bit.ly/3TwIvMs

10/01/2026

All Systems Glow ✨ Tickets are officially on sale for Galaxy Lights 2026!

Houston's only holiday lights experience built around real space exploration returns November 14, 2026, to January 3, 2027. Members get a first look at our exclusive preview night on November 13! 🌟

We're lifting off all season long 🚀 Get your tickets before your favorite nights fill up.

🎁 To purchase tickets visit https://bit.ly/373m3NZ
💜 Presented by

We're closing out our Hispanic Heritage Month Speaker Series on Saturday, Oct. 3 at 2:30 PM with Cade Alaniz, a 2026 Ast...
09/30/2026

We're closing out our Hispanic Heritage Month Speaker Series on Saturday, Oct. 3 at 2:30 PM with Cade Alaniz, a 2026 Astronaut Scholar from Texas A&M University!

Cade's research focuses on energy storage materials, and he currently serves as President of Texas A&M's SACNAS chapter — championing the idea that science works best when it works for everyone.

Included with general admission — join us for the final talk in the series!

📍 Mission Briefing Center 🗓️ Oct. 3 | 2:30 PM

🔗 For more details visit/link in bio: https://bit.ly/4xPyby1

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Our Hispanic Heritage Month Speaker Series continues Saturday, Sept. 26 at 2:30 PM with Amanda Galloway, a 2024 Astronau...
09/23/2026

Our Hispanic Heritage Month Speaker Series continues Saturday, Sept. 26 at 2:30 PM with Amanda Galloway, a 2024 Astronaut Scholar from Texas A&M University!

Amanda recently commanded the first student-led analog astronaut mission in the U.S., gaining firsthand insight into the challenges of human spaceflight and leadership under pressure.

Included with general admission — see you in the Mission Briefing Center!

📍 Mission Briefing Center 🗓️ Sept. 26 | 2:30 PM
🔗 For more details visit: https://bit.ly/4yvkwMy

Give it up for our Crew Member of the Month, Diana! 🚀Diana is someone you can count on, bringing positivity to every cha...
09/21/2026

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

Diana is someone you can count on, bringing positivity to every challenge she takes on and stepping in wherever she's needed.

Whether she's helping a guest have a great day or lending a hand to a fellow crew member, Diana approaches her work with optimism, generosity, and a truly collaborative spirit. Her genuine pride in helping others succeed makes the people and experiences around her better.

Diana's work is a great example of how positivity and teamwork create an exceptional experience at Space Center Houston.

Join us in celebrating Diana's hard work, dedication, and commitment to a job well done! ✨💙

Kick off Hispanic Heritage Month with us! 🚀 Join us Saturday, Sept. 19 at 2:30 PM in the Mission Briefing Center for a t...
09/16/2026

Kick off Hispanic Heritage Month with us! 🚀

Join us Saturday, Sept. 19 at 2:30 PM in the Mission Briefing Center for a talk with Cristian Barinaga, a 2026 Astronaut Scholar from Purdue University.

A Cuban-American engineer working at the intersection of medical devices, machine learning and space tech, Cristian will share his journey and what's next for the future of human spaceflight.

Included with general admission — don't miss it!

📍 Mission Briefing Center
🗓️ Sept. 19 | 2:30 PM
🔗 For more details visit: https://bit.ly/4yC8LnM
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