Space Foundation News
Summer of Discovery Continues Through Aug. 16
There’s still time to experience Summer of Discovery at the Discovery Center in Colorado Springs. Space-themed activities for all ages continue through Saturday, Aug. 16. Plan now for the grand finale of Summer of Discovery, a beer tasting event, “Rocket in My Beer,” to be held at the Discovery Center Saturday, Aug. 16, from 1:00…
Saturday at the Discovery Center
Saturday, Aug. 9, at the Discovery Center features a new game in our AGI Space Missions Simulation Laboratory, plus a performance by the Colorado Springs Conservatory at 4:00 p.m., followed by a video produced by KCME-FM classical music and an appearance by KCME radio host Michael Campion. Crafts and activities on Saturday include driving rovers…
Girls' STEM Day and Sally Ride Night A Huge Success
Celebrating an Icon and Inspiring the Next Generation to Reach for the Stars Girls, ages 3-17, had a day of fun and motivation at the Space Foundation Discovery Center in Colorado Springs on July 23 for a Girls’ STEM Day. More than 50 girls and their families attended the event, and a variety of activities…
Nominations Sought for the 2015 General James E. Hill Lifetime Space Achievement Award
The Space Foundation is now accepting nominations for its highest honor, the annual General James E. Hill Lifetime Space Achievement Award. Honoring its late, long-time chairman, Gen. James E. Hill, USAF, Ret., the award recognizes outstanding individuals who have distinguished themselves through lifetime contributions to humankind through exploration, development and use of space, or through…
Space Foundation Welcomes New Corporate Members
The Space Foundation receives support from 123 Corporate Members, who make it possible for us to successfully deliver programs that advance space-related endeavors. In return, our Corporate Members receive recognition, marketing, business development and networking opportunities, reports on important space issues and opportunities for deep involvement in the Space Symposium. The Space Foundation offers five…
Anousheh Ansari Portrait Unveiled at the Discovery Center
In 2006, Anousheh Ansari captured headlines as the first female private space explorer, the fourth private explorer to visit space and the first astronaut of Iranian descent. This week, Ansari visited the Space Foundation Discovery Center in Colorado Springs to unveil her portrait on display in the gallery, and to sign autographs for the public.…
"Rocketry" Continues Through Aug. 2 at the Discovery Center
The Space Foundation Discovery Center in Colorado Springs is featuring “Rocketry,” for its Summer of Discovery program July 22-26 and July 29-Aug. 2. “Rocketry” activities: Free surprise for the first 25 paid children admitted daily (age 4-17, includes Discovery Passport holders) Rocketry-themed crafts “Astronaut-Me” Photo Booth – get a personalized photo of yourself in a Space…
Meet Journalist Lynn Sherr at the Discovery Center for Free Sally Ride Night
On July 23, the Discovery Center will host a free evening presentation and book signing with veteran ABC News and 20/20 reporter Lynn Sherr, author of Sally Ride: America’s First Woman in Space. now a New York Times Best Seller. This definitive biography examines both the public and private life of Dr. Sally Ride, including…
Girls' STEM Day is July 23 at the Discovery Center
Girls of all ages are invited to the Space Foundation’s Girls’ STEM Day on July 23 at the Discovery Center in Colorado Springs. Free admission is provided for the first 50 girls admitted, thanks to a grant from The Joseph Henry Edmondson Foundation. A variety of activities will be offered for girls of all ages…
"Mars, Rovers & Robots" Continues Through July 19
Join us for more “Mars, Rovers & Robots,” through Saturday, July 19, at the Space Foundation Discovery Center in Colorado Springs. Activities for Saturday, July 19, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Included in the price of daily admission FREE Surprise for the first 100 paid children admitted on Saturday (age 4-17 only, includes Discovery Passport…