NASA DISCOVERY DAYS AT GREAT LAKES SCIENCE CENTER

September 18-19, 2026

Blast off into the future of space exploration and become part of the Artemis Generation at NASA Discovery Days, an interactive, free event featuring the incredible teams from NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Cleveland!

Dive into humanity’s journey back to the Moon and beyond as you explore how Glenn’s experts in power, propulsion, communications, and materials are helping NASA build the foundation for astronauts to travel farther than ever before. Explore how Ohioans power missions like Artemis II — NASA’s first crewed trip around the Moon in more than 50 years — and pave the way for the first astronauts of this generation to walk on the lunar surface, establish a sustained presence, and eventually travel to Mars.

Featured Activities

• Moon Base VR drops the user onto the lunar surface, immersing them in the environment and allowing them to explore the infrastructure and technology NASA is developing for our return to the Moon.
• Experiential exhibits that bring the Artemis story to life — from details on the Orion spacecraft to the powerful SLS (Space Launch System) rocket
• Lunar Crater Challenge
• Selfie photo opportunities with Artemis III astronaut cutouts, and the new Axiom spacesuit, along with Eva, the astronaut mascot.
• The Orion Spaceflight Simulator is a hands-on activity that allows the public to use a flight-like Orion spacecraft display and control console to simulate flying and docking Orion in deep space.
• Hands-on simulations that let visitors soar through space using virtual and augmented reality
• Opportunities to meet real NASA engineers, scientists, and communicators who help make deep space missions possible
• Examples of how aeronautics and space innovations are improving everyday life on Earth
• Inspiring conversations about how you can help shape the next giant leap

Free admission. no registration required

info from the Great Lakes Science Center Website