APOLLO: When We Went to the Moon
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Discovery Place Science conjures curiosity and activates the imagination through educational experiences that help uncover the wonders of science all around us.
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Apollo: When We Went to the Moon

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November 22, 2021

Five Must-See Objects Inside Apollo: When We Went to the Moon

Presented in Charlotte by Honeywell, this traveling exhibition explores the cultural, technological and political context of the first Moon landing.

November 15, 2021

Artemis Special Event

Special event weekend at Discovery Place Science celebrating the past, present and future of space travel and exploration

November 03, 2021

Discovery Place Science celebrates 40 years in Charlotte

Discovery Place Science celebrates 40 years in Charlotte in collaboration with Chase