Explore@NASAGoddard: 2015 – NASA Open House
NASA Goddard Opens Its Doors For
Explore@NASAGoddard: 2015
Celebrating Hubble and the Spirit of Exploration
(Free open house event for all ages)
September, 26, 2015
11 am – 5 pm
NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland
NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, will open its gates to the public on Saturday, Sept. 26, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the launch of the Hubble Space Telescope, this year’s Explore@NASAGoddard will feature the theme “Celebrating Hubble and the Spirit of Exploration.” During its time in orbit, Hubble has helped to answer some of the most compelling astronomical questions of our time and uncovered mysteries we never knew existed. Investigating everything from black holes to planets around other stars, Hubble has changed the face of astronomy, ushering in a new chapter of humanity’s exploration of the universe. Today, Hubble continues to provide views of cosmic wonders never before seen and is at the forefront of many new discoveries. In addition to highlighting Hubble, all areas of Goddard’s research – Earth science, heliophysics, planetary science, astrophysics and engineering and technology – will be presented as each discipline plays a critical part in the agency’s ongoing journey to reach new heights, reveal the unknown and advance scientific understanding for the benefit of humankind.
The 2011 open house was a smashing success! More than 12,000 attendees took part in more than 100 activities, including the opportunity to meet astronauts, watch demonstrations, listen to great music and learn about the extraordinary work happening at the center.
***Parking Information***
Free shuttles will transport guests to and from Goddard Space Flight Center about every 15 minutes on Saturday, Sept. 26. From these parking sites, the first shuttle service will begin at 10:30 a.m. After 3:30 p.m., shuttles will no longer pick up from the parking sites, but will continue to drop off. Parking sites:
Greenbelt Metro Station
5717 Greenbelt Metro Drive
Greenbelt, MD
Maryland Trade Center
7500 Greenway Center Drive
Greenbelt, MD
New Carrollton Metro
4700 Garden City Drive
New Carrollton, MD
Largo Metro
900 Lottsford Road
Largo, MD
NASA’s vision: To reach for new heights and reveal the unknown so that what we do and learn will benefit all humankind.
