NASA Marshall Space Flight Center celebrates 65 years!
Established on July 1, 1960, Marshall has been a leader in space exploration and innovation for over six decades. The center is impacting and shaping the economy and even the culture of not just Huntsville, but the entire Tennessee Valley.
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Throughout the year, Marshall is honoring its anniversary with special events and activities for the workforce and public, which includes Marshall's 65th Anniversary event Saturday, July 19, at The Orion Amphitheater. That's happening from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The best part, it's FREE!
Marshall, along with its partners and collaborators, will fill the amphitheater with space exhibits, music, food vendors, and hands-on activities for all ages. Even some NASA astronauts from Expedition 72, who recently returned from missions aboard the International Space Station, will participate in this celebratory event.
You can find out more about the event by clicking the image below:
Be sure to check out our video above, where talked with NASA Marshall Space Flight Center's 15th Director, Joseph Pelfrey on what it means to pass 65 years.
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