Artemis II Launch Event

Experience this historic space mission at Griffin MSI!

Thursday, April 2, 2026 | 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Join us in the Museum’s Rotunda to rewatch the April 1 launch of Artemis II, the first crewed Moon mission in over 50 years. Learn more about what the astronauts will do in orbit and what this means for the future of space travel from Dr. Voula Saridakis, NASA Solar System Ambassador and Griffin MSI Head Curator. Then, head to Henry Crown Space Center to explore even more about the history of space travel, the science behind the missions and the possibilities for a career in the space industry.

• This event and Henry Crown Space Center are included with General Admission on Apr. 2.

Photo: NASA/Bill Ingalls.