Beginning November 1, 2024, the U.S. Space & Rocket Center will discontinue its participation in the Association of Science and Technology Centers (ASTC) Reciprocal Membership Program.

 

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“Educational and fun. Have someone who likes space and/or military aircraft? Check this museum out and spend your day here.” –Amara W

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Space Camp

Suit up for a mission to the International Space Station or train for a landing on the moon! Space Camp® is the ultimate educational experience that illuminates real-world applications of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Students…
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Space Academy

Space Academy® trainees experience firsthand the future of space travel and train to solve technically challenging anomalies in order to complete their space mission. Trainees practice clear communication through aquatic team-building activities…
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Space Academy for Leading Students in Alabama

Get Ready to Take Your Giant Leap! Space Academy® for Leading Students in Alabama (SALSA) is a program funded by the State of Alabama Legislature that awards a male and female student between the ages of 12 to 14 from every legislative district…
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Advanced Space Academy

Advanced Space Academy® explores college and career preparation through an immersive experience in science, engineering, technology and math. Trainees experience a variety of astronaut training exercises, engineering challenges and team-building…
Trainees monitor as simulated space mission from their stations at Mission Control

Advanced Space Academy Elite

Advanced Space Academy® Elite, a culminating Space Camp program for trainees ages 17 to 18, is by invitation only. Registration is not available online.Advanced Space Academy is now a prerequisite for Advanced Space Academy Elite. You must have…
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We welcome all types of events – both large and small – and our team of experienced professionals is ready to assist you in planning all of the details to make your visit a spectacular success.

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  • Unlimited admission to the U.S. Space & Rocket Center during normal business hours
  • 10% discount on food and merchandise purchases at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center
  • Reciprocal membership to more than 50 participating Smithsonian Affiliate museums
  • FREE general admission to more than 250 participating ASTC Passport Science Centers worldwide

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