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This flag is a replica of the one put on the Moon by the astronauts of the Apollo 11 mission. The flag was constructed of nylon, and the flag pole had a crossbar to extend the flag (necessary without an atmosphere and wind).

It was transferred from NASA to the Smithsonian in 1971.

 Display Status

This object is on display in Destination Moon at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC.

Destination Moon
Object Details
Country of Origin United States of America Type EQUIPMENT-Lunar Dimensions 2-D - Unframed (H x W): 91.44 x 152.4cm (3ft x 5ft)
Storage (including pole): 1.8kg (4lb.)
 Materials Nylon
Pole: Anodized aluminium
 Inventory Number A19711514000 Credit Line Transferred from the NASA - Johnson Space Center Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC
Past Exhibition