There's never been a year like 2020.

Explore how we pivoted and persevered through the highlight stories below, then explore the rest of the annual report

A drawing of children playing with kites.

Videos for Educators and Students

The WASP

World War II Commemoration

A star cluster also known as the "Seven Sisters" shine through what would appear to be a layer of cotton candy if it wasn't in space. Actually, clouds of dust sweep around the stars, swaddling them in a cushiony veil.

Celebrating Space Through Music

Two conservators, wearing masks, work on the Wright Flyer.

Conserving Artifacts for the Future

The Space Shuttle Discovery and Apollo 11 command module Columbia are both on display at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in this photograph.

Sharing an Incredible Collection with the World