In July 1969, millions of people across the globe watched in awe as Astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin landed their Lunar Module on the Moon’s Sea of Tranquility.  Stepping onto the lunar surface, Armstrong gave perhaps one of history’s most famous quotes; “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind” The Apollo Program, with its 6 successful lunar landings, is often cited as the greatest technological achievement in human history. Visitors are invited to celebrate the 40^th anniversary of the Lunar Landing and all of NASA’s Apollo era missions up close and personal at Space Center Houston. Explore and discover unique artifacts like no place on Earth. Really.

1.) Presidential Podium–“We Choose to Go to the Moon”

In a famous speech at Rice University on Sept. 12 1962, behind this very podium, President John. F Kennedy boldly stated his challenge to put a man on the Moon by the end of the decade. The mission was a success with Apollo 11, and this unique piece of history can be viewed on permanent display featured as part of Space Center Houston’s “On Human Destiny” film presentation.

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Calling all Facebook fans! We want to give you the chance to win 5 entire years of FREE admission to SCH to celebrate NASA’s 50th Anniversary! All you have to do is become a fan of our new Facebook page, then simply Email us at blog@spacecenter.org with the subject line “Fan Contest”, along with your contact information for the chance to win FREE ADMISSION to Space Center Houston for 5 whole years! One month from now on Feb. 28th, 2009, we will hold a drawing and announce the winner of the Grand Prize!

The Grand Prize will include 5 annual memberships to SCH that you can redeem for yourself,or,share with your family and friends.That’s five full years of most incredible fun in the galaxy! Package also includes an official NASA 50th Anniversary T-Shirt for the winner!

Good luck to everyone!!

*Please check here for complete contest rules.

Cartoon Network’s “Get Animated” national tour is coming to town, and you can only find them at Space Center Houston! FREE with your general admission ticket! Get a Discount Ticket here!

On the June 7 event, kids will have the opportunity to engage in physical activities that promote the message of keeping in shape. Activities will include a kickball station, tennis challenge, obstacle course, bicycle course, bowling challenge and limbo competition. All activities will be themed around Cartoon Network’s line-up of original cartoon series including Ben 10: Alien Force, Camp Lazlo, Chowder, Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends and My Gym Partner’s a Monkey. Get there early for giveaways! The event is FREE with your general admission ticket to SCH! SAVE $3 ON TICKETS PURCHASED ONLINE HERE!

*Check out the cool Sizzle Reel!

…to help you save money!! Check out the KHOU news package featuring Space Center Houston’s initiative with the H.O.T. program to save consumers money during record high gas prices! Enjoy!