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NASA Astronaut Megan McArthur Joins Space Center Houston

HOUSTON, Sept. 7, 2022 – Space Center Houston welcomes scientist, oceanographer, engineer and astronaut Megan McArthur, Ph.D. as the nonprofit’s first chief science officer. This new role will support strategic planning, education programs, exhibits and the guest experience. Dr. McArthur brings more than two decades of NASA experience with a new mission to develop authentic science and space exploration learning experiences for students and the general public.

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Space Center Houston’s Moon2Mars Festival Launches Friday, New Artemis Exhibit Now Open

HOUSTON, June 9, 2022 – Space Center Houston launches the first annual Moon2Mars Festival, presented by Wellby, Powered by JSC FCU, June 10-12. The Moon2Mars festival celebrates the future of space from the Moon to Mars. The festival will highlight cutting-edge space technologies and Friday and Saturday will culminate with an evening concert featuring performances by American Authors, Wade Bowen and Katie Toupin.

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NASA Astronaut Megan McArthur Joins Space Center Houston

HOUSTON, Sept. 7, 2022 – Space Center Houston welcomes scientist, oceanographer, engineer and astronaut Megan McArthur, Ph.D. as the nonprofit’s first chief science officer. This new role will support strategic planning, education programs, exhibits and the guest experience. Dr. McArthur brings more than two decades of NASA experience with a new mission to develop authentic science and space exploration learning experiences for students and the general public.

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Space Center Houston’s Moon2Mars Festival Launches Friday, New Artemis Exhibit Now Open

HOUSTON, June 9, 2022 – Space Center Houston launches the first annual Moon2Mars Festival, presented by Wellby, Powered by JSC FCU, June 10-12. The Moon2Mars festival celebrates the future of space from the Moon to Mars. The festival will highlight cutting-edge space technologies and Friday and Saturday will culminate with an evening concert featuring performances by American Authors, Wade Bowen and Katie Toupin.

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Moon 2 Mars Festival is back!

Tickets on sale now | March 13 - 16

The All-American Rejects are throwing Space Center Houston’s Moon 2 Mars Festival into hyperdrive. Amp up your Space City Spring Break with us!

Access to this all-ages festival is included in general admission.

Early Closure | April 29, 2025

Space Center Houston will close at 3 p.m. CT on Tuesday, April 29. Understand how this will impact your visit.

WEATHER ALERT

Closed Jan. 21 & 22, 2025

For the safety of our guests and staff, Space Center Houston is closed on Tuesday, January 21 and Wednesday, January 22 due to forecasted inclement weather.

We apologize for the inconvenience and look forward to welcoming you soon! For questions or concerns, contact our Reservations team with your order number at 281.283.4755 or via email.