In the Shadow of the Moon: See Where It All BeganSeptember 18, 2007
Contact Information: *Note: High resolution images and digital betacam b-roll for Space Center Houston is available. Space Center Houston Space Center Houston, the official visitors center for NASA's Johnson Space Center, is the only place on earth where guests can embark on an out-of-this-world journey through human adventures in space. It features a multitude of permanent exhibits, attractions and theaters. In addition, the venue presents an array of traveling exhibits and events created exclusively by Space Center Houston's creative exhibit team. Permanent exhibits include: *Blast Off: An unparalleled multi-media sensory experience. Visitors encounter a dramatic high-definition audio/video extravaganza culminating in a dynamic space shuttle blast off. *Living in Space: A hands-on exhibit where guests can test their skills at landing the shuttle or retrieving a satellite through interactive computer simulators. A Mission Briefing Officer receives help from an audience participant in a live presentation showing how astronauts handle daily activities like showering, sleeping and preparing meals in space. *The Astronaut Gallery: This exhibit features spacesuits dating back to the first American trip to space and a wall that contains portraits and crew photos of every U.S. astronaut who has flown in space. *Mission Status: Mission briefing officers provide live updates on current space flights and astronaut training activities. Guests can listen to communications between Mission Control and astronaut crews aboard the space shuttle. A live video shows a behind-the-scenes view of activities in the Johnson Space Center and a satellite link of a shuttle launch via Kennedy Space Center of Florida. *The Martian Matrix: Four stories of out-of-this-world fun for kids, Pepsi's Martian Matrix is an action-packed play area with a space theme. Slides, swings and foam ball battles are just a few of the featured activities. *Kids Space Place: Interactive stations and themed areas give children a chance to explore and investigate the different aspects of space exploration. Jumping on the Moon, manning the space shuttle, building a rocket and flying in space are all a part of the growing exhibit. *Starship Gallery: On Human Destiny is shown in the Starship Gallery, which highlights great moments in space exploration. The gallery contains artifacts and hardware from the Mercury program through Apollo-Soyuz, including a special Lunar Vault. The New Explorers video wall shares the visions of today's NASA engineers and scientists. NASA Tram Tour With this behind-the-scenes journey through NASA's Johnson Space Center, guests may visit the Historic Mission Control Center, the Space Vehicle Mockup Facility or the current Mission Control Center. They can also see the "all new" Saturn V Complex at Rocket Park. Occasionally, the tour may visit other facilities, such as the Sonny Carter Training Facility or Neutral Buoyancy Laboratory. They may even get to see astronauts training for upcoming missions. The NASA Tram Tour is included in the price of admission to Space Center Houston. *The buildings visited on the tram tour are real working areas of Johnson Space Center and are subject to close without notice. Astronaut Audio Tour The award-winning Astronaut Audio Tour will help guide visitors through the Space Center Houston exhibits. The tour is narrated by John Glenn, Gene Cernan, Alan Bean, Gene Kranz, Shannon Lucid, Eileen Collins, Barry Corbin and more. The audio tour is designed to provide an insight into the real space pioneers who made the dream a reality. Walk with people who have dedicated their life to exploring space. Separate audio tours are offered for adults and children. Level 9 Tour The Level Nine Tour takes visitors behind the scenes to see the real world of NASA up close and personal. On this four-hour tour, visitors will see things that only the astronauts see and eat what and where they eat. Level 9 tour sites include: *Building 3 - Astronaut Cafeteria: Enjoy a free lunch where the astronauts eat everyday. *Building 2 - Teague Auditorium: Artifacts *Building 7 - Space Suit Displays *Building 9NE - Space Vehicle Mock-up Facility: Observation Catwalk *Building 30S - New Mission Control Center: Viewing Areas *Building 30N - Historic Mission Control Center *Building 32 - Space Environment Simulation Lab: Vacuum Chamber *Sonny Carter Training Facility - Neutral Buoyancy Lab *Building availability subject to change based on safety regulation and astronaut training schedules. The Level Nine Tour is Monday-Friday. The only security clearance is that guests must be 14 years of age or older. Advance reservations must be made at least one day prior to visit. The tour begins promptly at 11:45 am. The cost of the Level 9 Tour is in addition to Space Center Houston admission. Where to Stay NASA and Space Center Houston are located about 45 minutes south of downtown Houston. There are a variety of hotels near Space Center Houston, including the Hilton Houston NASA Clear Lake and South Shore Harbour Resort and Conference Center. |
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