This day marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 launch from Earth. Celebrate this historic date with fun programs all morning!
Blast Off Day Activities include:
-Apollo 11 Launch Footage: Watch the actual launch footage from the Apollo 11 mission! Start off the celebration and get excited for all the fun programs to come. - 9:30 a.m., Dragonfly Theatre.
-Stomp Rocket Challenge: Now that you’ve seen the rocket launch, try to launch your own rocket into outer space! - 9:45 a.m., Great Hall.
-Rocket Ships: Make your own rocket ship to take home and fly. - 10:30 a.m., Dragonfly Theatre.
-Back to the Moon for Good: Learn more about early space exploration and what we know about the Moon’s origin, composition, structure and surface. - noon, Nature Dome.
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