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This "launch guest" button is memorabilia from STS-93, the Space Shuttle's 95th launch of the Space Shuttle and the the 26th launch of the orbiter Columbia. Notably, Eileen Collins became the first female shuttle Commander on this flight. Its primary payload was the Chandra X-ray Observatory.

A launch guest button served multiple purposes. Wearing it identified the bearer as authorized to be present in certain viewing areas on the premises at NASA, on or near the official viewing stands. After the launch, the button became a souvenir.

Valerie Neal donated the button to the Museum in 2012.

 Display Status

This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin United States of America Type MEMORABILIA-Events Dimensions 3-D: 0.3 × 5.7cm (1/8 × 2 1/4 in.)
 Materials Zinc plated steel, plastic film, paper
 Inventory Number A20120240000 Credit Line Gift of Valerie Neal Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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