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Unlike previous spacecraft, the Skylab space station (1973-1974) had a small sink and a shower for the astronauts' personal hygiene. Small towels like this were stowed aboard Skylab for the crew members to use. Towels, washcloths, food trays, eating utensils, and other personal items for the three astronauts aboard Skylab were color-coded. The commander's items were marked in red. This towel is one of several that were stowed in the backup Skylab orbital workshop on display in the Museum.

 Display Status

This object is on display in Human Spaceflight at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.

Human Spaceflight
Object Details
Country of Origin United States of America Type PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Hygiene & Waste Management Manufacturer Unknown
 Dimensions Overall: 11 in. wide x 2 ft. 11 in. long (27.94 x 88.9cm)
 Materials cotton
 Inventory Number A20010665001 Credit Line Transferred from NASA. Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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