Texas Capitol Hosts NASA Space Day: Showcase of Progress and Opportunities
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Texas Capitol Hosts NASA Space Day: Showcase of Progress and Opportunities

NASA Celebrates Space Day Texas in Houston

NASA is set to celebrate Space Day Texas in Houston, marking achievements in the state and looking towards the future of human space exploration’s impact on Texas. The event will showcase a range of activities focused on exploration, astronauts, and STEM education, including astronaut visits, interactive exhibits, and legislative proclamations.

The two-day event will take place on March 24 and 25, with NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston highlighting its accomplishments on the Capitol grounds. Academic and commercial partners from across Texas will join in to share the state’s plans for expanding humanity’s presence in space.

On Monday, March 24, exhibits will feature the Texas High School Aerospace Scholars program at the University of Texas Elementary Charter school, along with NASA Johnson’s Office of STEM Engagement, Orion program, and Lockheed Martin. Interactive events will showcase NASA STEM engagement programs and hands-on exhibits.

The following day, Tuesday, March 25, will feature proclamations celebrating NASA’s 25th anniversary of continuous human presence on the International Space Station, the High School Aerospace Scholars program, and the progress of the Artemis campaign through NASA’s commercialization efforts. An Artemis II crew astronaut will participate in a live question and answer session at the Capitol following the proclamations.

NASA’s impact in Texas is profound, with NASA Johnson playing a crucial role in historic moments like landing humans on the Moon and assembling the International Space Station. The agency has been at the forefront of human space exploration for over 60 years, testing technologies on the Space Station to advance missions to the Moon and Mars. NASA’s workforce in Texas includes over 10,000 aerospace employees and more than $2 billion in contracts and federal salaries in 2024.

To learn more about NASA Johnson and its impact in Texas, visit https://www.nasa.gov/johnson.

In conclusion, NASA’s Space Day Texas event in Houston is a celebration of achievements in space exploration and a look towards the future of human presence in space. The event highlights NASA’s contributions to Texas and underscores the agency’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of space exploration. Join us in exploring the wonders of space and the possibilities that lie ahead.