Hear the story of the Oklahoma native who flew faster than anyone before, made the moon landing possible, innovated stealth technology, and helped us understand the universe in new and exciting ways. And see how the air, space, and science museums in Weatherford and Oklahoma City are carrying on his legacy—creating a life-changing experience for anyone who’s ever dreamed of the stars. Journey from Oklahoma to the edge of what we know in the latest episode of Routes!
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Stafford Air & Space Museum
See the history of flight up close at the Stafford Air & Space Museum. A partner of the Smithsonian, the Stafford Museum brings 120 years of flight and space history to life with interactive exhibits featuring rockets and planes from the Cold War and the Space Race, all of which were deployed and tested.
staffordmuseum.orgScience Museum Oklahoma
One of the largest science museums in America, this 390,000-square foot museum includes the Oklahoma Aviation and Space Hall of Fame, helping detail Oklahoma’s rich history both in the air and among the stars. And for a more hands-on experience, the Destination Space exhibit gives visitors a chance to experience the Mercury Capsule Simulator and other real-world space technology.
sciencemuseumok.orgLove's Planetarium
The state-of-the-art Love’s Planetarium opened at Science Museum Oklahoma in September 2024. With fiber-optic LED displays, visitors can see up to 8 million stars as well as programming dedicated to the worlds (and stars, and galaxies) beyond our own. Admission to the Love’s Planetarium is free with admission to the Science Museum Oklahoma.
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