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Moon Shot is currently closed for maintenance. 

Our Planetarium will be closed for updates from May 26th through June 3rd. During this time, we will not be doing shows in the planetarium. 

Train Like an Astronaut

Space Camp has been helping inspire the next generation of explorers for more than 42 years. This internationally known program with more than one million alumni is based on NASA astronaut training and focuses on teamwork and leadership skills. Launched in 1982, Space Camp has inspired and motivated young people from around the country, and later the world, with attendees from all 50 states, U.S. territories, and 150 foreign countries. We offer space, aviation and robotics camps to children between the ages of 9 to 18, adults of all ages, families, and educators.

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Space Camp
Age: 9-11 $1,799

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 for Leading Students in Alabama (SALSA)
Age: 12-14

2026 S.A.L.S.A. Applications has been closed.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…

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Space Academy
Age: 12-14 $1,899

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 and…

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Advanced Space Academy
Age: 15-18 $1,999

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…

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Space Academy for Educators
Age: Adult $1,199

Experience the authenticity of simulated space missions so you can teach with authority and inspiration!BOOK NOW  .program-container { display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; /* allows multiple rows */ gap:…

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Alabama Space Academy for Educators
Age: Adult

Alabama Space Academy for Educators for the summer 2026 application is closed. Applications for 2027 will open in November.The U.S. Space & Rocket Center® has received funding from the Alabama Legislature to bring teachers from across the state…

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Adult Advanced Space Academy
Age: Adult $1,999

Have you always wanted to be an astronaut but thought you were too old for Space Camp? Adult Advanced Space Academy® is a week long adventure with hands-on, interactive space missions and other activities to show you what it takes to be an astronaut…

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Adult Space Academy
Age: Adult $799 *

Three days, Two nightsAlways wanted to be an astronaut, but were too old for Space Camp? We have a camp for you! Adult Space Academy is an adventurous, weekend experience allowing campers to assume roles in hands-on, interactive space missions and…

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Family Space Camp
Age: 7-18+ $799 per person

An adventure the whole family can enjoy! Parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles are all invited to bring your future astronaut, engineer or scientist and explore everything Space Camp has to offer!BOOK NOW .program-container { display: flex…

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Pathfinder (GROUP PROGRAM ONLY)
Age: 9-18+ $499 per person *

THIS PROGRAM IS FOR GROUPS ONLY!Pathfinder® provides an exciting introduction to Space Camp® in a three-day, two-night program for groups.Groups programs available year-round. Click "Request Availability" to check date availability for your group…

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