Astronomy - National Air and Space Museum
Astronomy is a branch of science that researches everything in the universe beyond our Earth's atmosphere. This includes things like other planets in our solar system, moons, stars, and …
Who is the Man That Discovered the Universe? - National Air and …
Jun 24, 2025 · The discovery led to the realization that the universe is expanding, and that it must have had a beginning: the Big Bang. “Hubble is known as a titan in astronomy, especially …
Events - National Air and Space Museum
From lectures to hands on family days and more, discover all the events the National Air and Space Museum has to offer.
Astronomy Program - National Air and Space Museum
Join the Museum and local astronomy groups for an evening of stargazing at the Eisenhower Memorial.
Stargazing at the Udvar-Hazy Center - National Air and Space …
Join Museum staff and members of the Northern Virginia Astronomy Club for a view of the night sky through our telescopes. Stargazing will take place outside in the bus parking lot at the …
Solar System - National Air and Space Museum
Aug 7, 2025 · The Solar System, located in the Milky Way Galaxy, is our celestial neighborhood. Our Solar System consists of 8 planets, several dwarf planets, dozens of moons, and millions …
What Makes a Moon a Moon? | National Air and Space Museum
Nov 14, 2024 · A moon is a planetary body that goes around another planetary body. Usually, this is one or more moons going around a planet, but it doesn’t have to be a planet. In Star Wars, …
The Life and Legacy of Owen Gingerich
Jun 7, 2023 · Reflecting on the life and legacy of Owen Gingerich, one of the most respected names in modern astronomy and in the study of its history.
Dwarf planets - National Air and Space Museum
Jun 9, 2020 · If you are old enough, you may remember a time when we thought Pluto was a planet. In 2006 the International Astronomical Union (IAU) adopted a standardized definition of …
Solstice Saturday - National Air and Space Museum
Stay up late to celebrate the summer solstice with telescopes, games, planetarium shows, and more! Inside the Museum activities sold out, but outside activities available.