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SUMMARY:Science Saturday at Pizza9 in the White Sands Mall
DESCRIPTION:February 12\, 2022 Science Saturday at Pizza9 in the White Sands Mall – “Put Your Spin on Space Art!” Learn how stars are born in a giant gas cloud called a nebula\, then use our special spinners to create your own nebula!
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/nm-museum-of-space-historys-science-saturday-at-pizza-9-3/
LOCATION:Pizza9 at the White Sands Mall\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Events
ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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SUMMARY:Launch Pad Lecture “Three Steps to the Moon: The First Artemis Missions”
DESCRIPTION:Launch Pad Lecture Slated for Friday\, March 4\n(Alamogordo\, New Mexico\, March 2\, 2022) – Artemis 1 will be NASA’s first moon mission since Apollo. The uncrewed mission will take a multi-week journey to the moon and back to demonstrate that the Orion spacecraft is ready to carry astronauts\, in preparation for the Artemis 2 mission anticipated in 2024. Join New Mexico Museum of Space History Education Director Dave Dooling as he presents “Three Steps to the Moon: The First Artemis Missions” on Friday\, March 4\, as part of the ongoing Launch Pad Lecture series.  \nThe Launch Pad Lecture begins at 9:00 am on the museum’s first floor and is free to the public. Coffee and donuts are compliments of the International Space Hall of Fame Foundation.  The next Launch Pad Lecture will be held on Friday\, April 1\, and the topic will be From Ranches to Rockets with Leah Tookey\, Curator of History\, from the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum in Las Cruces.  \nLaunch Pad Lectures are recorded and available for viewing\, typically within two days\, on the museum’s youtube page: https://tinyurl.com/NMspacemuseum. \nThe New Mexico Museum of Space History\, a Smithsonian Affiliate\, is a division of the NM Department of Cultural Affairs. For more information\, call 575-437-2840 or visit the website at www.nmspacemuseum.org. Like us at: www.facebook.com/NMSpaceMuseum/ \nPHOTO CUTLINE: During Artemis I\, Orion will venture thousands of miles beyond the moon during an approximately four to six-week mission. (Courtesy of NASA)
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/launch-pad-lecture-at-the-nm-museum-of-space-history-2/
LOCATION:NM
CATEGORIES:Monthly Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220312T100000
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SUMMARY:Science Saturday at Pizza9 in the White Sands Mall "A Bridge to Space"
DESCRIPTION:March 12\, 2022 — The New Mexico Museum of Space History’s Science Saturday at Pizza9 in the White Sands Mall “A Bridge to Space” — How do you keep two rockets from crushing the fuel tank between them? Hold them in place with a special bridge! Try your hand at building the bridge at the heart of NASA’s new Moon rocket. \nScience Saturday is a monthly presentation by the museum’s education department that offers free hands-on STEM based science programs to kids in grades 2-7. The program runs from 10:00 am to 11:00 am and all building materials are provided free. Science Saturday is held on the second Saturday of each month. All kids must be accompanied by an adult.  \nThe New Mexico Museum of Space History\, a Smithsonian Affiliate\, is a division of the NM Department of Cultural Affairs. For more information\, call 575-437-2840 or visit the website at www.nmspacemuseum.org. Like us at: www.facebook.com/NMSpaceMuseum/
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/nm-museum-of-space-historys-science-saturday-at-pizza-9-4/
LOCATION:Pizza9 at the White Sands Mall\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Events
ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220401T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220401T110000
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SUMMARY:Launch Pad Lecture “Home on the Range: From Ranches to Rockets”
DESCRIPTION:April 1\, 2022 – Launch Pad Lecture at the NM Museum of Space History. “Home on the Range: From Ranches to Rockets” Location: Museum Second Floor. Speaker: NM Farm and Ranch Museum Curator of History\, Leah Tookey.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/launch-pad-lecture-at-the-nm-museum-of-space-history-3/
LOCATION:NM
CATEGORIES:Monthly Events
ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220409T100000
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SUMMARY:Science Saturday at Pizza9 in the White Sands Mall “Exploring the Universe: Orbiting Objects”
DESCRIPTION:April 9\, 2022 — The New Mexico Museum of Space History’s Science Saturday at Pizza9 in the White Sands Mall “Exploring the Universe: Orbiting Objects” — This hands-on activity invites visitors to experiment with different sized and weighted balls on a stretchy fabric gravity well. The activity models gravitational attraction in space. Participants investigate how changing conditions can cause phenomena like stellar wobble and planet formation. \nScience Saturday is a monthly presentation by the museum’s education department that offers free hands-on STEM based science programs to kids in grades 2-7. The program runs from 10:00 am to 11:00 am and all building materials are provided free. Science Saturday is held on the second Saturday of each month. All kids must be accompanied by an adult.  \nThe New Mexico Museum of Space History\, a Smithsonian Affiliate\, is a division of the NM Department of Cultural Affairs. For more information\, call 575-437-2840 or visit the website at www.nmspacemuseum.org. Like us at: www.facebook.com/NMSpaceMuseum/
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/nm-museum-of-space-historys-science-saturday-at-pizza-9-5/
LOCATION:Pizza9 at the White Sands Mall\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Events
ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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SUMMARY:Closed on Easter
DESCRIPTION:The Museum and Theater are closed on Easter Sunday.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/closed-on-easter/
LOCATION:NM
ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220429T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220429T160000
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SUMMARY:Regular Meeting of the New Mexico Museum of Space History’s Governor’s Commission
DESCRIPTION:Regular Meeting of the New Mexico Museum of Space History’s Governor’s Commission Friday\, April 29\, 2022 \nThe Governor’s Commission to the New Mexico Museum of Space History will hold a regular quarterly meeting on Friday\, April 29\, 2022\, at 1:00 pm. \nThe meeting will be held in person at the Clyde W. Tombaugh Education Center on the campus of the museum.  \nThe mission of the Governor’s Commission to the museum is to provide direction\, advice\, and support to the Director of the Museum in the maintenance and operation of the Museum and all of its activities. The next scheduled meetings will be held on July 29\, 2022\, and October 28\, 2022. \nNote:  Prior to the Quarterly Governor’s Commission meeting beginning at 1300\, there are working sessions that are open to the public\, where a quorum of members will be in attendance. No Commission votes will be held during the working sessions as they are designed for the Commission members to learn more about the Museum of Space History. \n0800 – 0830    Open Meeting\, Working Session. “Meet and greet\, Governor’s Commission\, staff and DCA representatives”.  Meet at the Museum Support Center (MSC) 1402 Eddy Drive\, Alamogordo\, NM  88310 \n0830 – 1100    Open Meeting\, Working Session.  “Tour of the MSC\, Museum\, Hubbard Building\, and the Tombaugh Building”.Start at 1402 Eddy Drive\, Alamogordo\, NM  88310 then move to the main museum at 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM  88310 \n1100 – 1200    Open Meeting\, Working Session. “Strategic Planning Workshop” to go over the timing\, the planning process\, assignments\, expectations\, etc. for the new Strategic Plan.3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM  88310  –  Tombaugh Building\, Front Classroom \n1200 – 1300    Open Meeting. Working Session. Lunch with staff and Commission and DCA representatives.3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM  88310  –  Tombaugh Building\, Front Classroom \n1300 – 1500    Open Meeting. Quarterly Governor’s Commission meeting. Please see Agenda below for topics.  3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM  88310  –  Tombaugh Building\, Front Classroom \n  \nQuarterly Governor’s Commission meeting agenda. \nAgenda is not official until approved by a vote by the Commission. \n\nCall To Order – Mr. Jon Haas\nIntroductions – Commission and Guests\nAction: Approve agenda for the April 29\, 2022 Meeting – Commission\nAction: Approve minutes from the January 28\, 2022 Meeting – Commission\nDCA Report – Secretary Garcia-Griego\nInt’l Space Hall of Fame Foundation Comments – Mr. Johnny Powell and/or Mr. Cliff Hudson\nDivision Director’s Report – Mr. Chris Orwoll\nCommission Chair Report – Mr. Jon Haas\nDiscussion of Key Decision Schedule for the Commission\nAction: Adoption of new Standing Rule #10 – Collections Committee\nAction: Adoption of Collections Plan\nStanding Sub-Committee Reports and Discussion of Museum needs for each\nDevelopment Committee – Ms. Rhonda Cross\nMission and Long-Range Planning – Dr. Chris Churchill\nEducation Committee (Briefing by staff education team) – Ms. Kimberly Fahey\nCollections Committee – Mr. Jon Haas\nAnnouncements\nAction:  Confirm/Establish Dates of Upcoming Meetings – Commission – 29 July 2022\, 28 October 2022 and 27 January 2023\nAdjournment – Commission\n\n*Except for emergency matters\, the Commission cannot take action on new business that is not on the posted agenda. New business requiring action will be added to the agenda for the next meeting of the Commission. \n\nAbout the New Mexico Museum of Space History: www.nmspacemuseum.org \nThe New Mexico Museum of\nSpace History in Alamogordo is\na division of the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs. A Smithsonian\nAffiliate\, the museum showcases the significant role New Mexico has played in the\ndevelopment of the U.S. Space \n \n \n 
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/regular-meeting-of-the-new-mexico-museum-of-space-historys-governors-commission-friday-april-29-2022/
LOCATION:NM
ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220506T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220506T100000
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SUMMARY:Launch Pad Lecture “We Chose to Go to the Moon: Kennedy’s Speech and the Space Race.”
DESCRIPTION:May 6\, 2022 – Launch Pad Lecture at the NM Museum of Space History. “We Chose to Go to the Moon: Kennedy’s Speech and the Space Race.” Location: Museum Second Floor. Speaker: The Museum of Space History Executive Director Chris Orwoll.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/launch-pad-lecture-we-chose-to-go-to-the-moon-kennedys-speech-and-the-space-race/
LOCATION:NM
ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220514T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220514T110000
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SUMMARY:Science Saturday at Pizza9 in the White Sands Mall "Dark Side of the Sun: Magnetism"
DESCRIPTION:See how the Sun’s magnetic field extends far out into space and sends bursts of magnetic energy across the solar system\, while Earth’s strong magnetic field helps protect us.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/science-saturday-at-pizza9-in-the-white-sands-mall-dark-side-of-the-sun-magnetism/
LOCATION:Pizza9 at the White Sands Mall\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220515T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220515T235900
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SUMMARY:LUNAR ECLIPSE/Blood Moon Viewing
DESCRIPTION:The Amateur Astronomy Group will be holding an Astronomy Event for the LUNAR ECLIPSE/Blood Moon in conjunction with the Astronomy League at the New Mexico Museum of Space History. The event is free to the public. Everyone is welcome. \nThis exciting STEM (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, and Mathematics) education activity is geared towards encouraging people of all ages to experience the night sky through telescopes. Telescopes are NOT required\, as the Amateur Astronomers Group are bringing several telescopes for the public to enjoy. You are encouraged to bring your own equipment if you have it and share with the public too! \nThis event will be in the lower parking lot just above the Tombaugh Education building. \n 
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/lunar-eclipse-blood-moon-viewing/
LOCATION:Clyde W. Tombaugh Education Center\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220603T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220603T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173454
CREATED:20220519T141102Z
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SUMMARY:Launch Pad Lecture “The Hammer and the Feather – Apollo 15 at 50.”
DESCRIPTION:The monthly Launch Pad Lecture at the New Mexico Museum of Space History. Museum Executive Director Chris Orwoll will present “The Hammer and the Feather – Apollo 15 at 50.”
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/launch-pad-lecture-the-hammer-and-the-feather-apollo-15-at-50/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220611T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220611T110000
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SUMMARY:Science Saturday at Pizza9 in the White Sands Mall "Stomp Rockets!"
DESCRIPTION:The topic is Stomp Rockets! Learn how to turn a bit of paper\, PVC tubing\, and a soda bottle into a space launcher! \nThe next Science Saturday will be held on Saturday\, July 9. The topic will be Exploring the Universe: Star Formation.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/science-saturday-at-pizza9-in-the-white-sands-mall-stomp-rockets/
LOCATION:Pizza9 at the White Sands Mall\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220701T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220701T100000
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SUMMARY:Launch Pad Lecture with guest speaker Peter P. Nickolenko\, Director of Mission Operations for Virgin Galactic
DESCRIPTION:The monthly Launch Pad Lecture at the New Mexico Museum of Space History will feature guest speaker Peter P. Nickolenko\, Director of Mission Operations for Virgin Galactic. His topic will be “Space Tourism” from the perspective of someone who knows the business from the ground up! \nPeter P. (Pete) Nickolenko joined Virgin Galactic in January 2014 as Chief Engineer for Operations\, moved on to Director of Spaceline Engineering\, and now is Director of Mission Operations. Mission Operations includes integration of flight planning timelines and procedures\, and coordination with Maintenance\, Flight Operations\, Brand & Marketing\, Payloads\, Licensing\, and other support elements. \nPrior to joining Virgin Galactic\, Pete retired from NASA after nearly 24 years in support of Space Shuttle program and Ground Processing operations at Kennedy Space Center\, FL. He provided operations engineering and test leadership to 106 Space Shuttle missions\, including 3 missions as Launch Director. Following the end of the Space Shuttle program\, Pete provided leadership of a new directorate start-up for all aspects of new development program operations and engineering support in Florida and for Space Station logistics. Pete is a recipient of the NASA Outstanding Leadership Medal\, the NASA Exceptional Service Medal and multiple NASA and KSC Group Achievement \nThe event is free and open to the public. Coffee and donuts are compliments of the International Space Hall of Fame Foundation. \n 
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/launch-pad-lecture-with-guest-speaker-peter-p-nickolenko-director-of-mission-operations-for-virgin-galactic/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220702T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220702T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173454
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SUMMARY:Join Us at the Big Bang Festival!
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Space History staff and education department will be out in force supporting the International Space Hall of Fame Foundation’s Inaugural BIG BANG FESTIVAL with rocket building\, trash can launches\, space suit exhibits\, spaceships\, our travelling astronaut\, and more! Ever see a whoosh rocket or an air cannon? Want your picture with our astronaut or Bernie\, our alien mascot? How about taking a spin on the Gyroextreme? Then the BIG BANG FESTIVAL is the place to be! \nThe BIG BANG FESTIVAL will have everything – live music\, great food\, education demonstrations\, rocket launches\, kite flying\, and a ton of exciting activities and exhibitors like the Museum of Space History\, Spaceport America\, and Sunspot! The International Space Hall of Fame Foundation supports the museum’s exhibits and education programs\, and this event will showcase what the Foundation does and how you can be a part of it. To find out more about the event\, visit www.spacehalloffame.org and become a member today!
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/join-us-at-the-big-bang-festival/
LOCATION:Otero County Fair Grounds\, 401 Fairgrounds Rd\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220704T230000
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SUMMARY:Fireworks\, Drive-In Style Viewing\, Open House\, and Free Star Shows on July 4!
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Space History is proud to host the City of Alamogordo’s Annual fireworks show and welcomes the Space Hall of Fame July 4th Extravaganza Drive-In! As a museum/foundation member benefit\, members get to watch the show from the grounds of the museum. There will also be a special museum open house that evening and free live star shows in the planetarium. \nGates to the museum grounds open at 6:00 pm to museum members AND to those who would like to register to become a member on the spot. The gates close at 8:00 pm or when the parking lots are full. Current members can reserve a parking spot on the Foundation website. Spots are limited to 200 vehicles. The museum open house and live star shows in the theater are from 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm. The fireworks show is scheduled for 9:15 pm\, weather permitting. Choreographed music will be live on KZZX 105.3 FM. \nSince 1976\, the Museum has hosted the City of Alamogordo’s annual fireworks show and opened the grounds for museum members to see it from the best location in the county. Watching the fireworks show from the grounds of the museum has been a favorite member benefit for more than 40 years. To find out more about the event\, visit www.spacehalloffame.org and become a member today! \n 
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/fireworks-drive-in-style-viewing-open-house-and-free-star-shows-on-july-4/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220707T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220707T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173454
CREATED:20220701T171909Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Astronomy League Meeting and Free Public Moon Gazing
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Space History Astronomy League will be hosting an in-person meeting followed by a free public moon gazing event on July 7. \nThe Astronomy League meeting begins at 7:30 pm and the Public Moon Gazing activity begins at 8:00 pm\, weather permitting. \nThe Astronomy League meeting will be held in the Tombaugh Education Center. The Public Moon Gazing will be held in the large parking lot just above the Center. New Mexico Museum of Space History campus\, Alamogordo.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/museum-astronomy-league-meeting-and-free-public-moon-gazing/
LOCATION:Clyde W. Tombaugh Education Center\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220709T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220709T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173454
CREATED:20220707T163715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220707T163715Z
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SUMMARY:Science Saturday at Pizza 9 - Exploring the Universe: Star Formation
DESCRIPTION:Rocketeer Academy’s monthly Science Saturday event will take place this Saturday. The topic is Exploring the Universe: Star Formation.  See how you can use a hairdryer to “clump” space gas and dust (ping pong balls) and imitate the formation of stars and planets! \nScience Saturday is always free and open to the public. It’s geared towards kids in 2nd – 7th grades. \n  \nThe next Science Saturday will be held on Saturday\, August 22. The topic will be More than Hair-raising!
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/science-saturday-at-pizza-9-exploring-the-universe-star-formation/
LOCATION:Pizza9 at the White Sands Mall\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220720T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220720T170000
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SUMMARY:Museum of Space History Quarterly Governor’s Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Governor’s Commission to the New Mexico Museum of Space History will hold a regularly scheduled quarterly meeting on Friday\, July 29\, 2022\, beginning at 1:00 pm inside the Tombaugh Education Center on the campus of the museum. \nThe Commission’s agenda will be posted to the NM Culture website at least 72 hours prior to the meeting. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to fully participate in this event\, please contact Sharon Masters at least 48 hours before the meeting via email at sharon.masters@state.nm.us to discuss your accessibility needs. \nThe mission of the Governor’s Commission to the museum is to provide direction\, advice\, and support to the Director of the Museum in the maintenance and operation of the Museum and all of its activities. \nFor more information please goto the NM Culture website.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/museum-of-space-history-quarterly-governors-commission-meeting/
LOCATION:NM
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220805T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220805T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173454
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SUMMARY:Free Launch Pad Lecture Features Joe Kittinger
DESCRIPTION:The monthly Launch Pad Lecture at the New Mexico Museum of Space History will feature Museum Education Specialist Mike Shinabery. \nHis topic will be “Joe Kittinger – the Longest Leap” and will highlight Kittinger’s life and connections to the local area. \nThe next Launch Pad Lecture will be held on Friday\, September 2. The topic will be “Destination Moon\, and the Films that made us ask “What if?”” presented by Museum Education Director Dave Dooling. \nOn Aug. 16\, 1960\, Col. Kittinger stepped from a balloon-supported gondola at the altitude of 102\,800 feet. In freefall for 4.5 minutes at speeds up to 714 mph and temperatures as low as -94 degrees Fahrenheit\, he opened his parachute at 18\,000 feet. (U.S. Air Force photo)
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/free-launch-pad-lecture-features-joe-kittinger/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220902T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220902T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173454
CREATED:20220825T194148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T194148Z
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SUMMARY:Free Launch Pad Lecture: Destination Moon and the Films that Made Us Ask “What if?”
DESCRIPTION:The monthly Launch Pad Lecture at the New Mexico Museum of Space History will feature Museum Education Director Dave Dooling. His topic will be “Destination Moon and the Films that Made Us Ask “What if?” and will highlight the connection between science fiction films and science fact. \n  \nThe next Launch Pad Lecture will be held on Friday\, October 7. The topic will be “Exoplanets: Many Worlds” presented by Museum Outreach Coordinator Tony Gondola.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/free-launch-pad-lecture-destination-moon-and-the-films-that-made-us-ask-what-if/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220910T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220910T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173454
CREATED:20220908T171314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220908T171555Z
UID:19147-1662804000-1662807600@nmspacemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Science Saturday Sept. 10
DESCRIPTION:Rocketeer Academy’s monthly Science Saturday event will take place Saturday\, Sept. 10. The topic is PUNCH the Sun. Why does the Moon block the Sun from view? And what causes the beautiful light show during an eclipse? Get ready for the Great American Eclipse of 2023\, and discover how New Mexico natives may have recorded an eclipse nine centuries ago. \nScience Saturday is always free and open to the public. It’s geared towards kids in 2nd – 7th grades. \nThe next Science Saturday will be held on Saturday\, October 8. The topic will be Lining Up Light.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/science-saturday-sept-10/
LOCATION:Pizza9 at the White Sands Mall\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220911T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220911T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173454
CREATED:20220908T171524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220908T171524Z
UID:19149-1662881400-1662915600@nmspacemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Museum to Host 9.11 Stair Climb Relay
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Space History is pleased to host the annual 9.11 Stair Climb Relay\, sponsored by the Alamogordo Fire Department. Teams of up to four participants climb the equivalent of the 110 stories of the World Trade Center in tribute to the fallen heroes of Sept. 11. \nRegistration begins at 7:30 am on the museum patio\, the Stair Climb begins at 8:46 am. \nThe event honors the fire fighters and other first responders who gave their lives on Sept. 11\, 2001. It is free to participate in. For more information\, contact Jerry Ramirez\, Deputy Chief of the Alamogordo Fire Department at (575) 439-4298. \nTo register online\, visit: https://form.jotform.com/82124162954152
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/museum-to-host-9-11-stair-climb-relay/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220917T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173454
CREATED:20220915T154345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T154345Z
UID:19198-1663408800-1663434000@nmspacemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Smithsonian Magazine’s Museum Day
DESCRIPTION:Smithsonian Magazine has designated Saturday\, September 17\, 2022 as the 18th annual Museum Day. \nThe theme of this year’s Museum Day is The American Experience with the goal of highlighting the exciting world of art\, culture\, science\, innovation\, and history on display at museums nationwide. Participating museums across the United States offer free admission to those who print or download a ticket from Smithsonianmag.com/museumday.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/smithsonian-magazines-museum-day/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221007T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221007T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173454
CREATED:20220929T162937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T162937Z
UID:19239-1665133200-1665136800@nmspacemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Launch Pad Lecture  “Exoplanets: We are Not Alone
DESCRIPTION:The monthly Launch Pad Lecture at the Museum of Space History will feature Museum Outreach Coordinator Tony Gondola. His topic will be “Exoplanets: We are Not Alone\,” and will highlight the amazing variety of worlds discovered beyond our solar system. From giant hot planets to Earth-like worlds in abundance\, discover what’s really out there\, and how it might impact the search for life as well as our own future. \nTake the elevator up to the second floor! \nThe next Launch Pad Lecture will be held on Friday\, November 4. The topic will be “The Road to the Moon” presented by Museum Education Director Dave Dooling. \n 
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/monthly-launch-pad-lecture-exoplanets-we-are-not-alone/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221028T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221028T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173454
CREATED:20221028T170623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221028T170817Z
UID:19317-1666962000-1666976400@nmspacemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Governor’s Commission Meeting October 28th
DESCRIPTION:The New Mexico Museum of Space History is hosting our quarterly Governor’s Commission Meeting on October 28th \, 2022 at 1:00PM.\nThis meeting will be open to the public via Zoom. \nThe Mission of the New Mexico Museum of Space History Commission is to establish museum of space history policy and determine\nthe mission and direct the development of the museum subject to the approval of the secretary of cultural affairs\nand to provide direction\, advice\, and support to the Director of the Museum in the maintenance and operation of the Museum and its activities \nFor more information and to view the agenda click here.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/governors-commission-meeting-october-28th/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Special Events
ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221029T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221029T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173454
CREATED:20221025T200430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221025T204039Z
UID:19299-1667066400-1667077200@nmspacemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Free Star Party!
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Space History’s Astronomy League is hosting a Free Star Party! Check out a gorgeous crescent moon\, see giant Jupiter and the rings of Saturn\, and many other celestial bodies! \nWhen: Saturday\, October 29\, 2022\, from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. \nWhere: In the large parking lot above the Tombaugh Education Building on the campus of the Museum. \nWhy: Because it’s fun to star gaze! Bring yourself and your family\, we will bring the telescopes! If you have an interest in astronomy or are a telescope owner\, consider joining the museum’s Astronomy League. New members are always welcome\, membership forms will be available at the star party. League membership is free.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/star-party/
LOCATION:NM
CATEGORIES:Nighttime Events,Special Events
ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221104T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221104T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173454
CREATED:20221031T172609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221031T172609Z
UID:19331-1667552400-1667556000@nmspacemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Free Launch Pad Lecture - “The NEW Road to the Moon”
DESCRIPTION:The monthly Launch Pad Lecture at the New Mexico Museum of Space History will be on Friday\, November 4\, 2022\, at 9:00 am.  \nThis months feature Museum Outreach Coordinator Tony Gondola. His topic will be “The NEW Road to the Moon” and will take a close look at NASA’s plans to go back to the moon and why it’s important as a steppingstone for getting humans to Mars. \nThe event will be held at the main museum on the second floor. \nThe event is free and open to the public. Coffee and donuts are compliments of the International Space Hall of Fame Foundation. \nThe next Launch Pad Lecture will be held on Friday\, December 2. The topic will be “Apollo 17: 50 Years” presented by Museum Executive Director Chris Orwoll.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/free-launch-pad-lecture-the-new-road-to-the-moon/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Events
ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221111T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221111T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173454
CREATED:20221114T161347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221114T161419Z
UID:19636-1668153600-1668186000@nmspacemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Free Day at the Museum for Vets!
DESCRIPTION:Veterans\, Active-Duty Personnel\, National Guard\, First Responders\, and Families Invited \nWhat: Veterans\, active-duty service members\, National Guard personnel\, and first responders are invited to attend the New Mexico Museum of Space History in Alamogordo free on Veterans Day. \nWhen: Friday\, November 11\, 2022 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm \nWhere: New Mexico Museum of Space History\, Alamogordo. \nWhy: In carrying on a tradition that began in 2016\, the museum includes law enforcement\, firefighters and first responders to the list of free attendees. Admission to the museum for those personnel\, their spouse and up to two dependent children will be free of charge on Friday\, November 11.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/veteransday/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221117T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173454
CREATED:20221114T171647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221114T171647Z
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SUMMARY:Astronomy League Meeting\, November 17th
DESCRIPTION:What: The monthly of the New Mexico Museum of Space History’s Astronomy League welcomes astronomers of all ages and skill levels. \nWhen: Thursday\, November 17\, at 7:00 pm. \nWhere: Clyde W. Tombaugh Education Building on the campus of the Museum of Space History\, front classroom. \nWhy: The event is free and open to the public. \nThe next meeting of the Astronomy League will be Thursday\, Dec. 8\, 2022.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/astronomyleague/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221202T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221202T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173454
CREATED:20221122T174046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T174046Z
UID:19640-1669971600-1669975200@nmspacemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Free Launch Pad Lecture: Apollo 17: 50 Years!
DESCRIPTION:The monthly Launch Pad Lecture at the New Mexico Museum of Space History will feature Museum Executive Director\, Chris Orwoll. \nHis topic will be “Apollo 17: 50 Years”. \nThe Launch Pad Lecture Series is held on the first Friday of each month on the second floor of the Museum and is free to attend. Museum staff\, and sometimes special guest speakers\, discuss topics ranging from space history to space future.  \nFree to the public. Coffee and donuts provided. 
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/free-launch-pad-lecture-apollo-17-50-years/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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