Visit us in Washington, DC and Chantilly, VA to explore hundreds of the world’s most significant objects in aviation and space history.
Learn how aviation and spaceflight transformed the world.
The lunar module represents one of humanity’s greatest achievements: landing people on another heavenly body.
Don’t miss our fast-paced webcasts designed to engage students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math in 30 minutes.
Our scientists are involved in current research focused on the Martian climate and geology. Find out what we’re discovering.
Recognize your favorite air or space enthusiast. Add their name to the Museum’s Wall of Honor.
This map illustrates the topography of Mars. The difference in elevation between the southern highlands and the northern lowlands exceeds 6 kilometers (3.7 miles) in some areas—comparable to the elevation difference between Earth’s continents and ocean floors.
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Thursday through Monday: 10:00 am to 5:30 pm
Daily: 10:00 am to 5:30 pm
