Sci Fi & Sci Fact: Two Worlds Collide Exhibit Opens December 15
What: Learn how Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein has helped save lives. Discover how a guy named Hugo laid the groundwork for virtual reality and wireless technology in the early 1900s. See how the realms […]
Rayguns, Robots, and Rocketships! Free December Launch Pad Lecture Friday
What: The monthly Launch Pad Lecture at the New Mexico Museum of Space History will feature Museum Executive Director Chris Orwoll. His topic will be “Rayguns, Robots, and Rocketships!” Orwoll will […]
Apollo Legend Frank Borman Passes Away at 95
Astronaut Borman Died November 7, 2023 (Alamogordo, New Mexico) – Veteran of Gemini 7 and Apollo 8, Frank Borman passed away on November 7, 2023, in Billings, Montana, following a stroke. […]
Free Star Party Saturday, Nov. 11
What: The Museum of Space History’s Astronomy League is hosting a free Star Party for everyone who loves to stargaze. Astronomy League members will point out Saturn, Jupiter, and other wonders […]
Free November Launch Pad Lecture Celebrates 25 Years on the Space Station
What: The monthly Launch Pad Lecture at the New Mexico Museum of Space History will feature Museum Education Director Michael Shinabery. His topic will be “ISS: 25th Anniversary”. He’ll give a brief […]
THREE Free Days at the Museum for Vets!
Veterans, Active-Duty Personnel, National Guard, First Responders, and Families Invited What: Veterans, active-duty service members, National Guard personnel, and first responders are invited to attend the New Mexico Museum of Space […]
Astronomy League Meeting October 12
What: The monthly of the New Mexico Museum of Space History’s Astronomy League welcomes astronomers of all ages and skill levels. Special guest speaker for this meeting will be Carol McLean […]
“Oppenheimer After Trinity” to Premier at New Horizons Theater
What: The Museum of Space of Space History is pleased to present the award-winning documentary Oppenheimer After Trinity at the New Horizons Dome Theater. Oppenheimer After Trinity is a thought-provoking […]
The Sun to Put on Special Show for Great Southwest Star Party!
What: The sun is scheduled to put on a special annular eclipse to kick off the Great Southwest Star Party, featuring a deep partial eclipse with over 90% of the sun’s […]
Apollo 7 Astronaut Walter Cunningham Passes Away at 90
International Space Hall of Fame Inductee was 90 years old (Alamogordo, New Mexico, January 4, 2023) – International Space Hall of Fame Inductee Walter Cunningham passed away Tuesday, January 3, […]