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National Air and Space Museum
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VisitOne Museum, Two Locations
Visit us in Washington, DC and Chantilly, VA to explore hundreds of the world’s most significant objects in aviation and space history.
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ExhibitionsBoeing Milestones of Flight Hall
Learn how aviation and spaceflight transformed the world.
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CollectionsLunar Module LM-2
The lunar module represents one of humanity’s greatest achievements: landing people on another heavenly body.
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LearnSTEM in 30
Don’t miss our fast-paced webcasts designed to engage students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math in 30 minutes.
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ConnectShare Your Story
Apollo 11 was a global event. What did that historic mission mean to you? Share your story and read what others have to say.
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ResearchMars
Our scientists are involved in current research focused on the Martian climate and geology. Find out what we’re discovering.
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SupportWall of Honor
Recognize your favorite air or space enthusiast. Add his or her name to the Museum’s Wall of Honor.
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Perseverance
Exploring Mars
This February, the Perseverance rover will land on Mars to look for signs of ancient life and collect rocks. Learn more about Perseverance's mission and how we've explored Mars in the past.
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The Path to Mars
How the Viking Lander Broke New Ground
Living on Mars Time
Imagining the Voyage to Mars
Exploring Other Worlds
Exploring the Planets
What's your perfect planetary destination?
Learning Lab: Planetary Topography
Meet a Planetary Scientist
Planet Hunting
