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50 years later, last sealed Apollo 17 lunar samples opened
Read full article: 50 years later, last sealed Apollo 17 lunar samples openedFifty years after Apollo 17, NASA’s Johnson Space Center is taking the lead in a major milestone – the opening of lunar sample from the last Apollo mission, Apollo 17.
Behind the scenes: The making of Space Center Houston’s Apollo 13 bronze statue
Read full article: Behind the scenes: The making of Space Center Houston’s Apollo 13 bronze statueSpace Center Houston is honoring the dedication of the Apollo 13 crew and the flight controllers in Mission Control at NASA Johnson Space Center who worked around the clock to ensure the crew’s survival and safe return.
51 years later, Apollo 13 astronauts reflect on historic mission
Read full article: 51 years later, Apollo 13 astronauts reflect on historic missionOn April 11, 1970, three astronauts and a team here on Earth dared to attempt what was expected to be the third moon landing. However, just shy of 56 hours into the mission, the crew experienced a problem that would turn into a full-fledged effort to get the crew back to Earth alive.
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Apollo 13 astronauts and flight controllers reflect on a ‘successful failure’
Read full article: Apollo 13 astronauts and flight controllers reflect on a ‘successful failure’On the evening of April 13, 50 years ago, NASA astronauts James Lovell Jr., John Swigert Jr. and Fred Haise Jr. were about to go to sleep for the night in the Apollo 13 command module. They were about 200,000 miles away from Earth on the way to the moon.
50 years since Apollo 12: What you may not know about the mission, its high, low points
Read full article: 50 years since Apollo 12: What you may not know about the mission, its high, low pointsWe are celebrating some big space milestones this year. The 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing was in July. Now we are marking another important milestone: 50 years since Apollo 12. The...
Space City Splashdown: Celebrate Apollo 11's return to Earth at Space Center Houston
Read full article: Space City Splashdown: Celebrate Apollo 11's return to Earth at Space Center HoustonSpace Center Houston will hold a splashdown party Wednesday night to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 astronauts' return to Earth.
Items at online Apollo memorabilia auction could fetch $400,000
Read full article: Items at online Apollo memorabilia auction could fetch $400,000Rare collectibles from the Apollo moon missions will be available in a two-day online auction next month hosted by the American Space Museum in Titusville.
Meet computer programmer who created software to help astronauts see out of spacecraft window
Read full article: Meet computer programmer who created software to help astronauts see out of spacecraft windowAs a computer programming analyst with NASA in the 1960s, Bernie Roush developed a software program that mathematically produced drawings of what the Apollo astronauts would see out of their spacecraft window at any given time in their missions.
Neil Armstrong's son throws first pitch at Minute Maid Park for Apollo 11 night
Read full article: Neil Armstrong's son throws first pitch at Minute Maid Park for Apollo 11 nightFifty years after his father took his first steps on the moon, Rick Armstrong took his first steps on the mound at Minute Maid Park for Apollo 11 Night.
11 stories we're loving as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo mission
Read full article: 11 stories we're loving as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo missionAs Houston celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Mission, we’re looking back at some of the stories we have been able to tell leading up to the big day through our special website. Here are a few of our favorites:
KPRC2 presents 'Apollo 11: Mission to the Moon'
Read full article: KPRC2 presents 'Apollo 11: Mission to the Moon'Fifty years ago this month, NASA's Apollo 11 mission marked the first time man stepped foot on the moon. It was a monumental moment celebrated around the world, but the pride was felt strongest in Houston where a remarkable team is credited with launching our country and our city into space and the history books.
Gene Kranz: 'There is no equivocation. It was go or no go.'
Read full article: Gene Kranz: 'There is no equivocation. It was go or no go.'The Apollo 11 lunar landing is a moment that changed history. Fifty years later, key leaders, such as Apollo 11 Lunar Landing Flight Director Gene Kranz, remember it as if it were yesterday.
Webster church had special influence on Apollo 11 astronaut before moon landing mission
Read full article: Webster church had special influence on Apollo 11 astronaut before moon landing missionOne member of the crew aboard the Apollo 11 Mission had a special personal moment before his historic walk on the moon.
Houston Astros to celebrate 50th anniversary of Apollo 11 with special hats
Read full article: Houston Astros to celebrate 50th anniversary of Apollo 11 with special hatsDuring the July 22 game against the Oakland Athletics, the Houston Astros will host a special night celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission.
TIMELINE: Moments leading up to historic Apollo 11 launch
Read full article: TIMELINE: Moments leading up to historic Apollo 11 launchA mission to land man on the moon materialized before the nation's eyes first with a successful launch. See the timeline of the moments leading up to the historic Apollo 11 mission launch.
Out of this world: Website lets you relive the Apollo 11 mission in real time
Read full article: Out of this world: Website lets you relive the Apollo 11 mission in real timeA website created by a NASA historian and programmers allows you to listen in on the Apollo 11 mission as it unfolded 50 years ago – all in real time.
Smithsonian unveils Neil Armstrong's spacesuit as part of Apollo 11 anniversary celebrations
Read full article: Smithsonian unveils Neil Armstrong's spacesuit as part of Apollo 11 anniversary celebrationsThe Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum unveiled Tuesday the recently conserved spacesuit worn by Apollo 11 astronaut Neil Armstrong.
How Clear Lake was developed around NASA
Read full article: How Clear Lake was developed around NASABefore the 1960s, before NASA built the Manned Spacecraft Center in the Clear Lake area, there was not a lot there -- not a lot of homes, businesses, not a lot of people. But there were several businessmen who had a vision. And an entire thriving community was soon created by a few good men.
What are your Apollo 11 memories? This is what KPRC viewers remember about the moon landing
Read full article: What are your Apollo 11 memories? This is what KPRC viewers remember about the moon landingWhat do you remember about the moon landing? That’s the question we asked our viewers and here are some of their memories of that historical moment.
Here's how you can relive the Apollo 11 launch
Read full article: Here's how you can relive the Apollo 11 launchWe weren't all lucky enough to witness the historic Apollo 11 launch in 1969 but as the 50th anniversary approaches, the Kennedy Space Center has an event designed to make you feel as if you were there, according to ClickOrlando.com.
Houston gelato shops celebrating moon landing anniversary with space-inspired flavor
Read full article: Houston gelato shops celebrating moon landing anniversary with space-inspired flavorTo celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing, SweetCup, a popular gelato minichain in Houston, will be serving up a flavor to honor the moment: H-Town Blue Moon.
Meet Bruce Hicks, reporter who covered moon landing for Houston Chronicle
Read full article: Meet Bruce Hicks, reporter who covered moon landing for Houston ChronicleAs we get closer to the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, we've been sharing memories from those who witnessed the historic event.
Lunar landing artifacts on display at Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum
Read full article: Lunar landing artifacts on display at Smithsonian National Air & Space MuseumArtifacts from the Apollo 11 mission can be seen across the country. One of the biggest collections is at the Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum in Washington, D.C.
Meeting the Apollo astronauts: How Joanne King Herring remembers them
Read full article: Meeting the Apollo astronauts: How Joanne King Herring remembers themJoanne King Herring is the Houston socialite, political activist and former TV talk show host who influenced policy alongside U.S. Rep. Charlie Wilson.
The most important moments that happened during the 8-day Apollo 11 mission
Read full article: The most important moments that happened during the 8-day Apollo 11 missionThe Apollo 11 moon landing occurred almost 50 years ago. In honor of the 50th anniversary celebration of Apollo 11 below is a timeline as told by NASA with the most important highlights during the eight-day mission.
United celebrating 50th anniversary of Apollo 11 with entertainment and perks at Houston airport
Read full article: United celebrating 50th anniversary of Apollo 11 with entertainment and perks at Houston airportUnited’s Terminals C and E at George Bush International Airport will be celebrating the Apollo 11 anniversary by offering special entertainment within the terminals, flight perks and exclusive dining and MileagePlus offers.
FREE DOUGHNUTS: Krispy Kreme giving away its new filled doughnuts this Saturday
Read full article: FREE DOUGHNUTS: Krispy Kreme giving away its new filled doughnuts this SaturdayTo celebrate the Apollo 11 50th anniversary a little early, Krispy Kreme is giving away new, free filled doughnuts this Saturday.
6 places to touch down for an out-of-this-world experience in Space City
Read full article: 6 places to touch down for an out-of-this-world experience in Space CityHouston, aka Space City, is the place to be if you want to explore space travel and the science behind it. There are plenty of places around the city that give people the opportunity to experience the moon, stars, and space in a unique way.