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SUMMARY:New Mexico Museum of Space History’s Astronomy League Star Party
DESCRIPTION:New Mexico Museum of Space History’s Astronomy League Star Party\nLocation: NMMSH Outdoor Observatory\, Upper Parking Lot\nTime: 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM\nStar Party Theme:  Guardians of the Night\n \nA museum educator will be sharing the key to night sky friendly lighting\, the dangers of light pollution\, and the long-term impacts of dark night skies. Meanwhile\, join local astronomers and astrophotographers to use image stacking and enjoy deep sky objects. The star party will begin at 8:30 pm at the Museum of Space History observatory. In case of inclement weather\, events will be moved into the Tombaugh Dome and Planetarium. \nThis is a public star party supported by the NM Museum of Space History’s Astronomy League and Museum Educators.  This event is free to the public and will be held at the NMMSH Outdoor Observatory in the upper parking lot.  For more information\, visit our website at www.nmspacemuseum.org  
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/nm-museum-of-space-historys-astronomy-league-star-party/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nighttime Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250630
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T140917Z
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SUMMARY:Theater Temporarily Closed for Audio Upgrades
DESCRIPTION:The New Horizons Dome Theater & Planetarium will be closed Tuesday\, June 24\, 2025\, through Sunday\, June 29 for audio system upgrades. \nBe sure to come back Monday\, June 30\, for an enhanced surround sound experience!
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/theater-temporarily-closed-for-audio-upgrades/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250704T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250704T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
CREATED:20250519T195223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T201129Z
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SUMMARY:July 4th Launch Pad Lecture is canceled
DESCRIPTION:July 4th Launch Pad Lecture is canceled. Lauch Pad Lectures will resume August 7\, 2025.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/july-4th-launch-pad-lecture-is-canceled/
LOCATION:Clyde W. Tombaugh Education Center\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250707
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250712
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
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SUMMARY:New Mexico Rocketeer Academy Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the New Mexico Museum of Space History and the International Space Hall of Fame Foundation \nDesigned for students entering grades 3–8\, the weeklong day camps offer exciting\, hands-on STEM activities like building space suits\, rovers\, and satellites—plus an exclusive field trip to Spaceport America and Virgin Galactic’s Gateway to Space. \nLocation: New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\nDates: July 7–11\, July 14–18\, July 21–25\nHours: Mon–Thurs 9 AM–4 PM\, Fri 9 AM–12 PM\nCost: $250/week (includes lunch)\nRegister now: www.spacehalloffame.org \nFor more information\, please email: info@spacehalloffame.org \nSpots are limited—register early!
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/new-mexico-rocketeer-academy-summer-camp/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250710T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250710T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
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SUMMARY:Ancient Skies Meet Modern Eyes in a World Built by the Stars
DESCRIPTION:Prepare to be captivated by the mysteries of the cosmos and the wisdom of ancient sky watchers at Ancient Skies\, Modern Eyes—an enlightening\, all-day free public event that explores how humanity has long turned to the stars for meaning\, guidance\, and inspiration. \nTaking place on Thursday\, July 10\, 2025\, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the New Horizons Dome Theater of the NM Museum of Space History in Alamogordo\, this immersive experience is co-hosted by the Jornada Research Institute. Throughout the day\, a dynamic lineup of renowned speakers will delve into the astronomical importance of petroglyphs\, solar calendars\, eclipses\, and ceremonial sites. \nAttendees can explore Richard Friedman’s working model of the Sun Dagger\, an ancient solar calendar from Chaco Canyon\, and experience Daniel Brown’s “Writing Skyscapes\,” a poetic and visual exhibition that invites audiences to reflect on the sky as both muse and message. \nFeatured Speakers: \n\n10:15 AM – 12:00 PM – Joan Price\, Jornada Research\, will present on the “Great Jaguar” Stone at the Three Rivers Petroglyph Site.\n12:15 – 1:30 PM – Anna Sofaer\, Founder of the Solstice Project\, will present and then discuss her film The Mystery of Chaco Canyon: Unveiling The Ancient Astronomy.\n2:00 – 3:30 PM – Dr. Cherilynn Morrow\, NASA\, will present on the Rock of the Sun\, a possible recording of the 1097 full eclipse that occurred at Chaco Canyon\n4:00 – 5:00 PM – David Greenwald\, Director of Jornada Research Institute\, will discuss how the great kiva at Creekside Village in Tularosa Canyon was used as an astronomical observatory.\n\nPlease note: The regularly scheduled Giant Screen Films or live star shows will not take place during the event.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/ancient-skies-meet-modern-eyes-in-a-world-built-by-the-stars/
LOCATION:Clyde W. Tombaugh Education Center\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250719
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
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SUMMARY:New Mexico Rocketeer Academy Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the New Mexico Museum of Space History and the International Space Hall of Fame Foundation \nDesigned for students entering grades 3–8\, the weeklong day camps offer exciting\, hands-on STEM activities like building space suits\, rovers\, and satellites—plus an exclusive field trip to Spaceport America and Virgin Galactic’s Gateway to Space. \nLocation: New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\nDates: July 7–11\, July 14–18\, July 21–25\nHours: Mon–Thurs 9 AM–4 PM\, Fri 9 AM–12 PM\nCost: $250/week (includes lunch)\nRegister now: www.spacehalloffame.org \nFor more information\, please email: info@spacehalloffame.org \nSpots are limited—register early!
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/new-mexico-rocketeer-academy-summer-camp-2/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250726
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
CREATED:20250501T151419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T151517Z
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SUMMARY:New Mexico Rocketeer Academy Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the New Mexico Museum of Space History and the International Space Hall of Fame Foundation \nDesigned for students entering grades 3–8\, the weeklong day camps offer exciting\, hands-on STEM activities like building space suits\, rovers\, and satellites—plus an exclusive field trip to Spaceport America and Virgin Galactic’s Gateway to Space. \nLocation: New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\nDates: July 7–11\, July 14–18\, July 21–25\nHours: Mon–Thurs 9 AM–4 PM\, Fri 9 AM–12 PM\nCost: $250/week (includes lunch)\nRegister now: www.spacehalloffame.org \nFor more information\, please email: info@spacehalloffame.org \nSpots are limited—register early!
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/new-mexico-rocketeer-academy-summer-camp-3/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250725T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250725T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
CREATED:20250711T164913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T224043Z
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SUMMARY:New Mexico Museum of Space History Governor’s Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:New Mexico Museum of Space History Governor’s Commission Meeting\nDate: Friday\, July 25\, 2025\nTime: 1:00 PM MDT \nLocation: New Mexico Museum of Space History\nClyde Tombaugh Dome Theater & Planetarium – Front Classroom\n3198 State Road 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM 88310 \nThe Mission of the New Mexico Museum of Space History Commission is to provide direction\, advice\, and support to the Director of of the Museum in the maintenance and operation of the Museum and its activities. \nAGENDA \n\n  \n20250725 Commission Meeting Public Notice
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/new-mexico-museum-of-space-history-governors-commission-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Clyde W. Tombaugh Education Center\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Quarterly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250726T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250726T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
CREATED:20250714T201853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T135709Z
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SUMMARY:Skywired: The Story of Radio-Controlled Flight
DESCRIPTION:Soar into excitement on Saturday\, July 26\, as we launch Skywired with an opening day celebration on the second floor of the New Mexico Museum of Space History—a thrilling journey through the captivating world of radio-controlled aviation! This celebration is a testament to the spirit of collaboration between the museum and the Alamogordo RCers\, in partnership with the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA)\, and supported by the Las Cruces and El Paso clubs. \nThe exhibit also pays homage to the local visionary\, George V. Holloman\, whose innovative breakthroughs at Holloman Air Force Base were instrumental in transforming RC flight into a global phenomenon.  His legacy lives on at Holloman AFB\, one of the top training facilities for drone pilots. \nDon’t miss the legendary “Big Guff\,” a rare chance to see one of only three known in existence. Built in 1937 by Bill Lyon and Robert Moore of El Paso\, this aircraft made history as the first radio-controlled model flown in the Southwest. Lyon and Moore used plans published in the 1937 edition of Air Trails magazine to build it. The plane was controlled with a ham radio system so large that it had to be transported in the back of a pickup truck. Remarkably\, this aircraft still has its original Forster .99 engine. The wooden propeller was hand-carved by Bill Lyon himself. The plane was restored by Tom Holmsley\, a close friend of Bill’s and a fellow model aviation enthusiast. \nStand beneath the wings of history\, marvel at the ingenuity that shaped the skies\, and discover how dreams\, determination\, and collaboration have propelled aviation forward. This is your chance to see rare artifacts and meet passionate experts in RC aviation.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/skywired-the-story-of-radio-controlled-flight/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special 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:20250801T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250801T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
CREATED:20250725T215947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T134949Z
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SUMMARY:NM Museum of Space History’s Launch Pad Lecture: Black Holes: Visualizing the Inconceivable
DESCRIPTION:Guest Speaker: Guest Speaker Jon Brinkmann—retired affiliate professor at New Mexico State University and a veteran of the Sloan Digital Sky Survey (SDSS). \nWhen: Friday\, August 1\, 2025\, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM MDT \nLocation: New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium \nTime: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM \nJoin us on August 1 for an engaging dive into black holes. In this captivating Launch Pad Lecture\, Dr. Brinkmann will discuss the evolution of our understanding of black holes—from Ole Rømer’s groundbreaking 1676 discovery about the speed of light to the latest breakthroughs in astrophysics and photography. \nDr. Brinkmann will share insights from his work at the SDSS as a scientific instruments engineer\, manager\, and systems administrator at Apache Point Observatory near Sunspot\, NM. He played a vital role in coordinating the SDSS\, which has mapped over a quarter of the sky since 2000\, cataloged more than 930\,000 galaxies\, and transformed our understanding of galaxy evolution\, quasars\, and the structure of the Milky Way. \nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to delve into the science of black holes with a true pioneer of modern astronomy\, Dr. Brinkmann! \nThe Launch Pad Lecture Series is held on the first Friday of each month. Museum staff\, along with special guest speakers\, discuss topics ranging from space history to its future.  Free to the public. Coffee and donuts provided. For more information\, visit our website at www.nmspacemuseum.org \n \nPhoto: NASA: Best-Ever Snapshot of a Black Hole’s Jets
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/nm-museum-of-space-historys-launch-pad-lecture-black-holes-visualizing-the-inconceivable/
LOCATION:Clyde W. Tombaugh Education Center\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250804T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250824T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
CREATED:20250731T203232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T145302Z
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SUMMARY:The New Horizons Dome Theater & Planetarium will be closed on Monday\, August 4 through Sunday\, August 24 for upgrades to the projector system.
DESCRIPTION:The New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium will be closed for upgrades in all our systems. We aim to offer museum visitors an immersive\, excellent\, and technologically advanced experience through our upgrades\, and we are excited for you to experience them.  Please check our website and social media for updates on the progress.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/the-new-horizons-dome-theater-planetarium-will-be-closed-on-monday-august-4-2025-through-saturday-august-10-for-upgrades-to-the-projector-system/
LOCATION:New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250905T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250905T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
CREATED:20250820T190209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T191802Z
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SUMMARY:Launch Pad Lecture: Trailblazing Women of Space
DESCRIPTION:On September 5\, 2025\, Carolyn Peeler will highlight the remarkable achievements of women identified by NASA as key trailblazers in the space program. She will explore their diverse backgrounds\, their groundbreaking contributions to space exploration\, and their ongoing legacies in supporting STEM long after their time at NASA. \nGuest Speaker: Carolyn Peeler\, military veteran\, retired Civil Servant\, and President of the Holloman Tuskegee Airman Chapter \nWhen: Friday\, September 5\, 2025\, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM MDT \nLocation: New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium \nTime: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM \nThe Launch Pad Lecture Series is held on the first Friday of each month. Museum staff\, along with special guest speakers\, discuss topics ranging from space history to its future.   For more information\, visit our website at www.nmspacemuseum.org \nPhoto courtesy of NASA: April 14\, 2010\, in the International Space Station\, clockwise (from the lower right) are Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger\, Stephanie Wilson\, Tracy Caldwell Dyson and Naoko Yamazaki.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/launch-pad-lecture-trailblazing-women-of-space/
LOCATION:New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250913T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250913T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
CREATED:20250902T195054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T195405Z
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SUMMARY:Climb the Cube: A 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb Honoring Fallen Heroes
DESCRIPTION:Alamogordo\, NM – Be part of a commemorative celebration at the New Mexico Museum of Space History as we honor the bravery of 9/11 first responders with the invigorating Climb the Cube event on Saturday\, September 13\, 2025! \nEvent Details: \n\nDate: Saturday\, September 13\, 2025\nLocation: New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM 88310\nRegistration: Opens at 7:30 AM or online at spacetrail.org/sites/stairclimb\n\n* Space is limited\, so we strongly encourage participants to register in advance. \nParticipants can enter a raffle to win a fire helmet\, which will be donated and used by an active Chief or Deputy Chief firefighter.  (Helmet donated by Milton Blankenship of Casco Industries) \nCommemorate your climb with a limited-edition t-shirt for $20. \nFor details visit spacetrail.org/sites/stairclimb or contact Alamogordo Fire Chief Jerry Ramirez at (575) 439-4298 or email afd@ci.alamogordo.nm.us. \nHonor. Remember. Climb the Cube.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/climb-the-cube-a-9-11-memorial-stair-climb-honoring-fallen-heroes/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special 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:20251003T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251003T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
CREATED:20250919T210824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T210824Z
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SUMMARY:Launch Pad Lecture: 49 & Counting - The NM Museum of Space History's Countdown to 50
DESCRIPTION:On October 3\, Museum Education Director Michael Shinabery will bring to life the fascinating origins of the New Mexico Museum of Space History with his signature animated style and depth of knowledge.  From Dwight Ohlinger’s dream that led to the International Space Hall of Fame to the influential NASA scientists who shaped its legacy\, this presentation shows how the museum became part of New Mexico’s bold vision for spaceflight—years before NASA even existed. \nGuest Speaker: Michael Shinabery\, Director of Education\, NM Museum of Space History\nWhen: Friday\, October 3\, 2025\, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM MDT\nWhere: New Horizons Dome Theater\, New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Road 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM  88310\nTime: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM \nThe Launch Pad Lecture Series is held on the first Friday of each month. Museum staff\, along with special guest speakers\, discuss topics ranging from space history to its future.   For more information\, visit our website at www.nmspacemuseum.org
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/launch-pad-lecture-49-counting-the-nm-museum-of-space-historys-countdown-to-50/
LOCATION:New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
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:20251018T060000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251018T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
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SUMMARY:Annual Trinity Site Tour
DESCRIPTION:Annual Trinity Site Tour Postponed\nCanceled for Saturday\, October 18\, 2025\n6:00 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. (approximate time) \nDue to the Federal government shutdown\, the Trinity Site Tour has been cancelled and will be rescheduled for Spring 2026. If you would like a refund or more information\, please get in touch with the International Space Hall of Fame Foundation at events@spacehalloffame.org or call the gift shop at 575-437-0318.  \n The Trinity Site is where the first atomic bomb was detonated on 5:29:45 a.m. Mountain War Time July 16\, 1945\, as part of the Manhattan Project. There\, you will walk around Ground Zero of the first atomic bomb (the Gadget)\, and you will take a shuttle to the McDonald Ranch House\, where the plutonium core was assembled. Tours to the public only occur once a year! \nDate: Canceled October 18\, 2025\, future date TBD\nGuest check-in: 6:00 AM (NM Museum of Space History) \nTour buses depart: 7:00 AM and return at 3:15 PM (estimated time varies)\nCost: $155.00 per person (Museum members receive 10% discount)\nIncluded with the tour of the Trinity Site is transportation via a comfortable premium bus charter\, where you will get an informative presentation on the way.  Attendees will be treated to breakfast snacks and lunch\, bottled water\, and admission into the New Mexico Museum of Space History that day. \nRegister here: https://www.spacehalloffame.org/trinity-site-tour-registration/\n(Deadline for reservation is until all buses are full) \nGuest info: Cameras are allowed at Trinity Site; however\, they are prohibited everywhere else on White Sands Missile Range. Wear comfortable clothes and good walking shoes\, and bring a hat\, as the southwestern sun can be intense. \nTrinity Site Brochure Download:\n https://home.army.mil/wsmr/3316/8020/2958/T-site_brochure_S.pdf \nDeparture Location:\nNew Mexico Museum of Space History\n3198 State Route 2001\nAlamogordo\, NM 88310
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/annual-trinity-site-tour/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251025T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251025T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
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SUMMARY:Wings & Water - New Mexico Museum of Space History’s Astronomy League Star Party
DESCRIPTION:This is a public star party supported by the NM Museum of Space History’s Astronomy League and Museum Educators.  This event is free to the public and will be held at the NMMSH Outdoor Observatory in the upper parking lot. \nWhen: Saturday\, October 25\, 2025 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM\n7:00 PM Constellation show in New Horizons Planetarium\n7:45 PM Telescope viewing – Museum Observatory Complex – Upper Parking Lot\nWhere: NM Museum of Space History\n3198 State Rd 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM 88310 \n \nExperience the wonder of an autumn starlit night with the Astronomy League and Museum Educators for an evening of celestial discovery at the New Mexico Museum of Space History on Saturday\, October 25\, 2025. \nThe evening starts with the featured planetarium show\, “Wings and Water\,” where a museum educator will guide visitors through the fall constellations\, including Pisces\, Aquarius\, Aquila\, and Cygnus. Afterward\, guests can enjoy live telescope viewing\, deep-sky imaging demonstrations\, and large-screen displays of celestial objects captured by local astronomers. \nParking: Park in the middle lot; no parking in the upper lot (observation area) ADA parking is available at the Hubbard Building.\nRestrooms: Availability during the planetarium show. None after the planetarium show. \nIn the event of inclement weather\, programming will move indoors to the Tombaugh Dome and Planetarium.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/wings-water-new-mexico-museum-of-space-historys-astronomy-league-star-party/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Events,Nighttime Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251031T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251031T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
CREATED:20251020T181846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T185401Z
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SUMMARY:New Mexico Museum of Space History Governor’s Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:New Mexico Museum of Space History Governor’s Commission MeetingDate: Friday\, October 31\, 2025Time: 1:00 PM MDT \nLocation: New Mexico Museum of Space HistoryClyde Tombaugh Dome Theater & Planetarium – Front Classroom3198 State Road 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM 88310 \nThe Mission of the New Mexico Museum of Space History Commission is to provide direction\, advice\, and support to the Director of of the Museum in the maintenance and operation of the Museum and its activities. \n                             \nPowered By EmbedPress
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/new-mexico-museum-of-space-history-governors-commission-meeting-6/
LOCATION:Clyde W. Tombaugh Education Center\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Quarterly Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251102T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251102T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
CREATED:20251029T145654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T145654Z
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SUMMARY:Join us on Sunday for a free live stream of Preservation Moon!
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Sunday for a free live stream of Preservation Moon!  \nOn July 20\, 1969\, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin made history by landing on the Moon and delivering those unforgettable words from Tranquility Base. This presentation\, led by Karen Kincaid Brady\, the New Mexico Museum of Space History’s new Executive Director\, explores that moment and examines Tranquility Base as a cultural landscape and the importance of its preservation. \n\nSunday\, November 2\, 2025\n1:30–3:00 PM MT | 2:30–4:00 PM CT\nJoin live on Zoom:  \n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81981519456?pwd=o1f6LvWvH3vAIOcxX8dzXwanp80S5l.1
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/join-us-on-sunday-for-a-free-live-stream-of-preservation-moon/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251104T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251104T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
CREATED:20251028T213607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T204618Z
UID:22981-1762245000-1762255800@nmspacemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Clean-up Event at the Museum Grounds
DESCRIPTION:Join us in our mission to protect and preserve New Mexico’s natural beauty and help clean up the grounds of the NM Museum of Space History\, Alamogordo’s gem. \nThrough community-driven trash and litter cleanup efforts\, we’re making a difference across our stunning landscapes. You are invited to volunteer next Tuesday\, on November 4. \nWhere: Meet us at 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM 88310\nWhen: Tuesday\, 11/4/2025 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM\nWhat to bring: Please bring gloves \nIf you have questions beforehand\, contact Billy Jones at 575-437-2840 ext. 41136\, otherwise\, meet us at the museum!
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/clean-up-event-at-the-museum-grounds/
LOCATION:NM
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251107T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251107T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
CREATED:20251024T150507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T214807Z
UID:22962-1762506000-1762509600@nmspacemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Launch Pad Lecture: Storms\, Science & Surveyor: The Story of Apollo 12
DESCRIPTION:Join the New Mexico Museum of Space History for the next Launch Pad Lecture on November 7\, “Storms\, Science & Surveyor: The Story of Apollo 12\,” presented by Marie De Leon\, Senior Instructional Coordinator at the Museum. \nApollo 12 transformed a lightning‑struck launch into one of NASA’s most precise lunar landings\, showcasing extraordinary teamwork\, scientific innovation\, and engineering that advanced the frontiers of exploration. \nWHEN: Friday\, November 7\, 2025 – 9:00 a.m.\nWHERE: New Horizons Dome Theater\, New Mexico Museum of Space History\, Alamogordo\, NM\nADMISSION: Free; coffee and donuts provided. \nAbout the Speaker: Originally from San Juan\, Puerto Rico\, Marie De Leon joined the museum’s education team two years ago\, combining her background in psychology with a passion for inspiring curiosity through the powerful stories of space exploration. \nThe Launch Pad Lecture Series is held on the first Friday of each month. Museum staff\, along with special guest speakers\, discuss topics ranging from space history to its future.   For more information\, visit our website at www.nmspacemuseum.org
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/launch-pad-lecture-storms-science-surveyor-the-story-of-apollo-12/
LOCATION:NM
CATEGORIES:Monthly Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251113
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
CREATED:20251107T191119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T191119Z
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SUMMARY:NM Veterans Honored with Free Admission
DESCRIPTION:New Mexico Veterans and active-duty service members are invited to enjoy free admission to the New Mexico Museum of Space History on Wednesday\, November 12\, 2025\, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Spouses and children are also welcome to join in at no cost. \nOn behalf of the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs\, we extend our heartfelt thanks to those who have served and continue to serve our nation. This special day honors your dedication and celebrates New Mexico’s legacy in space exploration. \n📍 New Mexico Museum of Space History\n3198 State Route 200\, Alamogordo\, NM 88310 \nWednesday was chosen because our museum is always closed on Tuesdays. \nFor more information. please call 575-437-2840.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/nm-veterans-honored-with-free-admission/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemorations,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251205T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251205T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
CREATED:20251124T232144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T232334Z
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SUMMARY:Launch Pad Lecture: Preservation Moon - Defining and Preserving the Cultural Landscape of Tranquility Base
DESCRIPTION:Join the New Mexico Museum of Space History for the next Launch Pad Lecture on December 5\, Preservation Moon: Defining and Preserving the Cultural Landscape of Tranquility Base\, presented by our new Executive Director\, Karen Kincaid Brady. \nPreservation Moon offers a compelling reflection on one of humanity’s most remarkable achievements. On July 20\, 1969\, at 4:17 PM EDT\, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin made history by landing at Tranquility Base. Just hours later\, at 10:56 PM EDT\, a command center in Houston received Armstrong’s iconic words as he stepped onto the lunar surface\, marking a pivotal moment in exploration and in the annals of human history. The program revisits this historic event through captivating communications from the Houston command center\, along with archival images\, videos\, and satellite data. Moreover\, Preservation Moon delves into Tranquility Base as a cultural landmark\, emphasizing the importance of preserving this extraordinary site for future generations. \nWHEN: Friday\, December 5\, 2025 – 9:00 a.m.\nWHERE: New Horizons Dome Theater\, New Mexico Museum of Space History\, Alamogordo\, NM\nADMISSION: Free; co \nffee and donuts providednew executive director of the New Mexico Museum of Space History and the first female to lead the museum.  She brings more than a decade of leadership experience in museum management\, historic preservation\, and public programming. She previously served as business and programming director at the Neill-Cochran House Museum in Austin\, Texas\, and as a project manager at R&K Solutions\, Inc.\, where she led successful preservation projects and museum exhibitions. Brady holds master’s degrees in historic preservation and history from the University of Texas at Austin and San Antonio\, as well as a graduate certificate in preservation. \nThe Launch Pad Lecture Series is held on the first Friday of each month. Museum staff\, along with special guest speakers\, discuss topics ranging from space history to its future.   For more information\, visit our website at www.nmspacemuseum.org
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/launch-pad-lecture-preservation-moon-defining-and-preserving-the-cultural-landscape-of-tranquility-base/
LOCATION:New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251213T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251213T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
CREATED:20251203T182722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T182722Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday on the Hill
DESCRIPTION:Blast off into holiday fun with a visit to the New Mexico Museum of Space History in Alamogordo on Saturday\, December 13\, for “Holiday on the Hill.” From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.\, families can explore the building that houses the New Horizons Planetarium and Dome Theater\, where the front classrooms will turn into mission control for festive\, make-and-take crafts perfect for young explorers. There will be music and a special appearance from Santa R2D2!  Also\, enjoy 10% off your holiday shopping at our museum store\, and museum members receive 20% off! \nAdmission: Free admission for children 12 & under
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/holiday-on-the-hill-2/
LOCATION:Clyde W. Tombaugh Education Center\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260102T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260102T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
CREATED:20251224T163614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T163807Z
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SUMMARY:Museum of Space History Launch Pad Lecture: "Apollo\, The Men in the Moon"
DESCRIPTION:Museum of Space History Launch Pad Lecture\nGuest Speaker: Michael Shinabery\, NMMSH Education Director\nLecture Topic: “Apollo\, The Men in the Moon”\nLocation: New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium\nDate: January 2\, 2026\nTime: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM \nThe Launch Pad Lecture Series is held on the first Friday of each month in the New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium in the Clyde W. Tombaugh Education Center. Museum staff\, and sometimes special guest speakers\, discuss topics ranging from space history to space future.  Free to the public. Coffee and donuts provided. For more information\, email msh.info@dca.nm.gov or visit our website at www.nmspacemuseum.org
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/museum-of-space-history-launch-pad-lecture-january-2026/
LOCATION:New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260108T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260108T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
CREATED:20251224T171202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T171202Z
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SUMMARY:Museum of Space History’s Astronomy League Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Museum of Space History’s Astronomy League Monthly Meeting\nDate: January 8\, 2026\nTime: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nLocation: Clyde W. Tombaugh Education Center \nThe NM Museum of Space History’s Astronomy League meeting is held on the second Thursday of each month in the Clyde W. Tombaugh Education Center and is free to attend.  Museum staff and sometimes special guest speakers discuss topics ranging from public observing to off-site adventures.  For more information\, contact the Museum Outreach Department at 575-437-2840 ext 41135 or visit our website at www.NMSpaceMuseum.org.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/museum-of-space-historys-astronomy-league-monthly-meeting-january-2026/
LOCATION:Clyde W. Tombaugh Education Center\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260116
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
CREATED:20260113T154034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T154034Z
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SUMMARY:The New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium will be closed January 14 and 15 for Staff Training
DESCRIPTION:The New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium will be closed January 14 and 15 for staff training. It will reopen January 16\, 2026.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/the-new-horizons-dome-theater-and-planetarium-will-be-closed-january-14-and-15-for-staff-training/
LOCATION:New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater Showings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260119
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
CREATED:20260113T164802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T164911Z
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SUMMARY:Join the New Mexico Museum of Space History at the Albuquerque Comic Con
DESCRIPTION:Join the New Mexico Museum of Space History at the Albuquerque Comic Con from January 16-18 for three days of Space History fun and mingle with celebrities from the very shows that inspired the hit exhibit Sci-Fi/Sci-Fact\, including Star Wars\, Firefly\, Roswell\, and Star Trek. Be sure to stop by and see what’s happening at NMMSH and take a break from the crowd in the Planetarium Sensory Space.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/join-the-new-mexico-museum-of-space-history-at-the-albuquerque-comic-con/
LOCATION:Albuquerque Convention Center\, NM\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="NM Museum of Space History":MAILTO:msh.info@state.nm.us
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260130T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
CREATED:20260109T171909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T210200Z
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SUMMARY:New Mexico Museum of Space History Governor’s Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:PUBLIC NOTICE \nThe New Mexico Museum of Space History Governor’s Commission will conduct their regular quarterly meeting on: \nDate:              Friday\, January 30\, 2026 \nTime:             1:30pm PM MST \nLocation:      Stuart L. Udall Center for Museum Resources \nLarge Conference Room (2nd Floor) \n725 Camino Lejo \nSanta Fe\, NM  87505 \nThe Mission of the New Mexico Museum of Space History Commission is to provide direction\, advice\, and support to the Director of the Museum in the maintenance and operation of the Museum and its activities. \nA copy of the draft Regular Meeting Agenda shall be available at least seventy-two (72) hours prior to the meeting from the Museum in Alamogordo\, New Mexico\, as well as the Museum’s website (https://nmspacemuseum.org/events/list/)\, and from the Department of Cultural Affairs website (https://www.newmexicoculture.org/about/boards-and-commissions/upcoming-board-meetings) whose office is located at 407 Galisteo\, Suite 260\, in Santa Fe\, New Mexico. \nIf you are an individual with a disability who needs a reader\, amplifier\, qualified sign language interpreter\, or any other form of auxiliary aid or service to attend or participate in the hearing or meeting\, please contact Angie Rathburn at (575) 437-2840 ext. 41107 or angie.rathburn@dca.nm.gov at least one week prior to the meeting or as soon as possible. \nPublic documents\, including the agenda and meeting minutes\, can be provided in various accessible formats.  If a summary or other type of accessible format is needed or for any additional information or assistance\, please direct requests to the contact person above. \n  \n                             \nPowered By EmbedPress
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/new-mexico-museum-of-space-history-governors-commission-meeting-7/
LOCATION:Stewart L. Udall Center for Museum Resources\, 725 Camino Lejo\, Santa Fe\, NM\, 87505\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260131T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260131T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181432
CREATED:20251224T175619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T180809Z
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SUMMARY:Join us for "HAM Day" at the New Mexico Museum of Space History!
DESCRIPTION:Ham the astrochimp after his 1961 suborbital flight. Photo by Ralph Morse LIFE Pictures\n		Alamogordo\, NM — America’s Astro-chimp\, HAM\, and his fellow primate pilots are being remembered for their contributions to the US Space Race during Science Saturday\, on January 31\, 2026\, at the NM Museum of Space History (NMMSH)\, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.\nHAM was launched 157 miles into space on January 31\, 1961\, paving the way for American Alan Shepard’s flight on May 5\, 1961\, as well as Yuri Gagarin’s flight one month earlier.\nTo commemorate the accomplishment\, NMMSH is partnering with the Alamogordo Chamber of Commerce for HAM Day at the New Horizons Dome Theater & Planetarium. The event celebrates the anniversary of the flight and the role chimpanzees played in preparing the way for humans in space. After a short\, kid-friendly overview of great apes and early space medicine\, museum educators will lead hands-on\, great-ape-themed crafts designed for all ages. Families are welcome to drop in at any time during the event\, and all supplies are included. There will also be “ham and cheese wheels” to eat\, and a homemade costume contest that will be judged by staff.\nThe name HAM comes from Holloman Aero Medical\, where he was trained by Alamogordo resident Edward C. Dittmer Sr.\, who also suited up HAM and placed him in the Mercury Capsule perched on a Redstone rocket before the launch. Space scientists believed chimps had the intelligence and reasoning ability needed to test their theories about space travel for humans and whether their psychological abilities to perform in the vacuum of space would deteriorate during the flight. You can see one of the chimps’ space couches at NMMSH.\nHAM is buried at the NM Museum of Space History in Alamogordo; his marker reads\, “HAM proved mankind could live and work in space.” \nThe New Mexico Museum of Space History’s Science Saturday is held held on the last Saturday of the month from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the New Horizons Dome Theater & Planetarium. \nScience Saturday is included with Museum admission. For more information\, call 575-437-2840 or visit www.nmspacemuseum.org. Like us at www.facebook.com/NMSpaceMuseum/. \n\n\nMore HAM Day 2026 Details:\nWHAT: To commemorate HAM’s launch 157 miles into space on January 31\, 1961\, paving the way for the US Space program. \nWHY: To remember the scientific accomplishment\, NMMSH is partnering with the Alamogordo Chamber of Commerce for an explanation of the role all the Astro-Chimps played in preparing the way for humans in space. \nWHERE: The New Horizons Dome Theater & Planetarium at New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM. Science Saturday is included with Museum admission. For more information\, call 575-437-2840 or visit www.nmspacemuseum.org. \nWHEN: Saturday\, January 31\, 2026\, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. \nWHO: Everyone’s invited\, after a short\, kid-friendly overview of great apes and early space medicine\, museum educators will lead hands-on\, great-ape-themed crafts designed for students in grades 2–7. Families are welcome to drop in at any time during the event\, and all basic supplies are included. There will also be “ham and cheese wheels” to eat\, and a homemade costume contest that will be judged by staff. \nScience Saturday is included with Museum admission. For more information\, call 575-437-2840 or visit www.nmspacemuseum.org. Like us at www.facebook.com/NMSpaceMuseum/.		 \n\n										HAM the astrochimp training for his historic flight. Photo courtesy of NASA.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/go-bananas-for-ham-the-astrochimp-at-free-science-saturday/
LOCATION:New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Events
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SUMMARY:NM Museum of Space History Launch Pad Lecture: "From Shuttle Camp to Spaceship"
DESCRIPTION:New Mexico Museum of Space History Launch Pad Lecture\nGuest Speaker: Tori Crichton\, Virgin Galactic Propulsion Engineer\nLecture Topic: “From Shuttle Camp to Spaceship”\nLocation: New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium\nDate: February 6\, 2026\nTime: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM \nALAMOGORDO\, NM – Join Las Cruces native and Virgin Galactic propulsion engineer Tori Crichton for an engaging look at the thrilling world of commercial spaceflight on Friday\, Feb. 6\, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. at the New Mexico Museum of Space History’s New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium. Drawing from personal experiences—from attending shuttle camp at New Mexico Museum of Space History as a child to earning dual degrees at New Mexico State University—Crichton’s presentation explores the engineering behind Virgin Galactic and its systems. \nLearn about the innovations that powered VSS Unity’s historic suborbital flights and the advanced designs boosting the upcoming Delta-class spaceships to enable higher-frequency missions starting in 2026. Discover the challenges of safe\, reusable propulsion for private astronauts and researchers\, Virgin Galactic’s operations at Spaceport America\, and the company’s vision for making space for all. The presentation features visuals from the hangar and insights into New Mexico’s pivotal role in the new space age. \nCrichton is a Propulsion Operations Engineer at Virgin Galactic\, the pioneering commercial spaceflight company operating from Spaceport America in New Mexico. On the propulsion operations team\, she works on the hybrid rocket motor and serves as the engineer in charge of spaceship vehicles and the Pratt & Whitney turbofan engines on the mothership VMS Eve. Recently\, Crichton joined the flight test engineering team and has flown on board Eve during test flights\, supporting progress toward Delta-class spaceship flight tests in 2026. \nA Las Cruces native\, Crichton’s passion for space began at shuttle camp as a child at the New Mexico Museum of Space History. She earned dual bachelor’s degrees in mechanical engineering and aerospace engineering from New Mexico State University. \n“I am very excited to head back to the museum to present in the same place where my inspiration for space was first ignited\,” said Crichton. “I’m looking forward to sharing the awesome work that Virgin Galactic is doing and how I got to where I am today!” \nThe Launch Pad Lecture will be at the New Mexico Museum of Space History’s New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium\, 3198 State Route 2001\, in Alamogordo\, on Friday\, February 6\, from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. It’s free to the public\, with coffee and donuts provided by the International Space Hall of Fame Foundation. \nThe NM Museum of Space History’s Launch Pad Lecture Series is held on the first Friday of each month in the New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium in the Clyde W. Tombaugh Education Center. Museum staff\, and sometimes special guest speakers\, discuss topics ranging from space history to space future.  Free to the public. Coffee and donuts provided. For more information\, email msh.info@dca.nm.gov or visit our website at www.nmspacemuseum.org \n\nTori Crichton
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/nm-museum-of-space-history-launch-pad-lecture-from-shuttle-camp-to-spaceship/
LOCATION:New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
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