The U.S. Air Force Museum Cape Canaveral
The U.S. Air Force Museum Cape Canaveral
This museum complex is a wonderful way for people of all ages to experience the history of space flight in the United States.
You can visit historic Space Launch Complex 26, where Explorer 1, the first U.S. satellite was launched on January 31, 1958, and also where the three "Astro Chimps", Miss Baker, Gordo, and Able were launched in 1958 and 1959. Space Launch Complex 26 also includes, Space Launch Complex 5/6. This is where the first two U.S. Astronauts, Alan Shepard and Gus Grissom launched from.
Authentically restored, the block house and control rooms for Complex 26, give visitors a unique view into the development of The space program. Sitting only 400 feet from the launch pads, the blockhouse has two-foot thick walls along with outer blast doors. The blockhouse firing rooms are furnished with original equipment and authentically restored computers. There are many exhibits to see such as a display of the "Astro Chimps" also located in the blockhouse.
Situated near the blockhouse is the Exhibit Hall. Here you will find displays related to the history of U.S. Space Flight. Gemini II the only unmanned craft that completed two space missions is one of the largest displays in the Exhibit Hall. You will want to take a close look in the Exhibit Hall, also on display, A German V-2 rocket engine, one of only two located in the U.S. a must see to help you understand the history of U.S. space flight.
Last but not least, be sure to venture outside to the Rocket Garden. You can view 55 rockets, many are rare, and one of a kind. The Rocket Garden provides a unique look at the history of U.S. space flight.
Tours of Cape Canaveral Air Force Station are conducted 7 days a week and are free to the public. For more information, or to arrange a tour for a large group, please call 321-452-2121 or 321-449-4322.
This museum complex is a wonderful way for people of all ages to experience the history of space flight in the United States.
You can visit historic Space Launch Complex 26, where Explorer 1, the first U.S. satellite was launched on January 31, 1958, and also where the three "Astro Chimps", Miss Baker, Gordo, and Able were launched in 1958 and 1959. Space Launch Complex 26 also includes, Space Launch Complex 5/6. This is where the first two U.S. Astronauts, Alan Shepard and Gus Grissom launched from.
Authentically restored, the block house and control rooms for Complex 26, give visitors a unique view into the development of The space program. Sitting only 400 feet from the launch pads, the blockhouse has two-foot thick walls along with outer blast doors. The blockhouse firing rooms are furnished with original equipment and authentically restored computers. There are many exhibits to see such as a display of the "Astro Chimps" also located in the blockhouse.
Situated near the blockhouse is the Exhibit Hall. Here you will find displays related to the history of U.S. Space Flight. Gemini II the only unmanned craft that completed two space missions is one of the largest displays in the Exhibit Hall. You will want to take a close look in the Exhibit Hall, also on display, A German V-2 rocket engine, one of only two located in the U.S. a must see to help you understand the history of U.S. space flight.
Last but not least, be sure to venture outside to the Rocket Garden. You can view 55 rockets, many are rare, and one of a kind. The Rocket Garden provides a unique look at the history of U.S. space flight.
Tours of Cape Canaveral Air Force Station are conducted 7 days a week and are free to the public. For more information, or to arrange a tour for a large group, please call 321-452-2121 or 321-449-4322.
