NASA captures your attention like no other organization. It offers unparalleled experiences, a key to knowledge, and a window to the future. The Visitor Center at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Md., provides inspiration and a captivating educational experience for all ages. Goddard’s Visitor Center demonstrates our innovative and exciting work in Earth science, astrophysics, heliophysics, planetary science, engineering, communication, and technology development.
All programs are free of charge, although some require advanced registration to attend. For more information about Goddard Visitor Center programs, please call 301-286-0251.
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If you are looking to schedule a visit or for general information about the Visitor Center, please call 301-286-3978 or visit http://www.nasa.gov/centers/goddard/visitor/home/index.html
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We would love if you could come out or spread the word about our ongoing events!
NASA Goddard Model Rocket Launches at Visitor Center
Like to build model rockets, but don't have a launch pad? Now you do! Anyone can fly at the Goddard model rocket launches and there are no costs or fees to participate. Rockets, motors and supplies are available at the nearby Goddard Gift Shop and you can even get rocket construction and launch tips from our on-site experts on launch day!
Model rocket launches are held at the Goddard Visitor Center the first Sunday of the month. Launches start at 1 p.m. and are brought to you by the NARHAMS Model Rocket Club (http://www.narhams.org/).
Location: 8800 Greenbelt Rd., Greenbelt, Md., 20771.
Phone: 301-286-0251
*Event for Kids/Families
Event Schedule:
Model Rocket Launches:
When: October 07, 2012
Time: 01:00:PM - 02:00:PM
Where: Auditorium & Science Center/Sphere
Model Rocket Launches:
When: November 04, 2012
Time: 01:00:PM - 02:00:PM
Where: Auditorium & Science Center/Sphere
Model Rocket Launches:
When: December 02, 2012
Time: 01:00:PM - 02:00:PM
Where: Auditorium & Science Center/Sphere
Model Rocket Launches:
When: January 06, 2013
Time: 01:00:PM - 02:00:PM
Where: Auditorium & Science Center/Sphere
Model Rocket Launches:
When: February 03, 2013
Time: 01:00:PM - 02:00:PM
Where: Auditorium & Science Center/Sphere
Model Rocket Launches:
When: March 03, 2013
Time: 01:00:PM - 02:00:PM
Where: Auditorium & Science Center/Sphere
Model Rocket Launches:
When: April 07, 2013
Time: 01:00:PM - 02:00:PM
Where: Auditorium & Science Center/Sphere
Model Rocket Launches:
When: May 05, 2013
Time: 01:00:PM - 02:00:PM
Where: Auditorium & Science Center/Sphere
Model Rocket Launches:
When: June 02, 2013
Time: 01:00:PM - 02:00:PM
Where: Auditorium & Science Center/Sphere
Model Rocket Launches:
When: July 07, 2013
Time: 01:00:PM - 02:00:PM
Where: Auditorium & Science Center/Sphere