Permanent Exhibits:
Over 100 interactive exhibits detail NASA's historic achievements, many of which occurred in Hampton's own backyard. The following is a preview of exhibits:Adventures in Flight gallery: The new Adventures in Flight gallery takes visitors on an aviation adventure when they “wing walk” on a Jenny bi-plane, see a replica 1903 Wright Flyer, explore a DC-9 passenger jet, ride in a WWII bomber, become an air traffic controller, sit in the cockpit of an F/A-22 fighter jet, pilot an airplane, & more!
Air & Space Craft:
See detailed fact pages highlighting the incredible air and spacecraft on display at the Center.Wild, Wild, Weather: Features the wonders of the earth's weather and atmosphere in a fun, interactive setting.
Ham Radio Exhibit:
New communications. View history and cutting edge technology at our world-class, fully-automatic, digital Amateur Radio satelllite station. Discover how Ham Radio is exploring the next big steps in digital technology and its impact on personal communications.SPACE GALLERY
Astronaut for a Minute: Experience what you would look like as an astronaut when your face is projected onto a screen in our replicated astronaut suit. Find out if this exciting, challenging career will "suit" you!
Visions of Mars:
Have a close encounter with a meteorite from Mars, explore the possibility of life on Mars and see memorabilia from the 1950s and 1960s. This exhibit explores mankind's relationship with Mars from ancient mythology to current exploration highlighting the Viking landings and Mars Pathfinder landing.Moon Rock:
Marvel at a three-billion-year-old moon rock. This moon rock, a piece of the Goodwill rock, was acquired on the Apollo 17 mission in 1972, and helped scientists learn about the moon's geological makeup.Launch a Rocket: 5. . .4. . . 3. . .2. . .1. . .Launch a rocket to new heights with this interactive, hands-on exhibit and master the steps of mission control. See if you have what it takes to send a rocket to space.
Shuttle Landing Simulator:
Hop on board, assume the controls, and attempt to land a space shuttle. Discover how difficult it is to land a shuttle, and why astronauts must complete extensive training to learn how to execute a perfect landing.Directions & Maps:
From Interstate 64E, take exit 267 to Settlers Landing Road. Take a right and proceed over the bridge; the Center will be on your left just past the Radisson Hotel; the parking facility will be one block further on your right.From Interstate 64W, take exit 267 to Settlers Landing Road. Take a left and proceed over the bridge; the Center will be on your left just past the Radisson Hotel; the parking facility will be one block further on your right.From Interstate 664-N, take I-64 East towards Hampton. Take exit 267 to Settlers Landing Road. Take a left and proceed over the bridge; the Center will be on your left just past the Radisson Hotel; the parking facility will be one block further on your right.
Here is a map to Langely Research CenterLocated in Hampton, Virginia, the birthplace of America’s space program, the Virginia Air & Space Center features dozens of hands-on air and space exhibits, a premiere interactive aviation gallery that spans 100 years of flight, more than 30 historic aircraft, unique space flight artifacts and more! Your imagination will soar as you launch a rocket, pilot a space shuttle, become an air traffic controller, fly an airplane, and climb aboard a WWII bomber! Come face to face with the Apollo 12 Command Module that went to the moon, a Mars meteorite, a DC-9 passenger jet, a replica 1903 Wright Flyer and more!
There is always something new landing at the Virginia Air & Space Center! Experience a 3D IMAX film in the giant-screen Riverside IMAX Theater...you have to see it to believe it! Or explore the wonderful world of science with one of our blockbuster changing exhibits! Don’t forget to top of your visit with a spin on the Hampton Carousel, a restored, turn-of-the-century carousel adjacent to the Virginia Air & Space Center.
Hours & Admission
The Virginia Air & Space Center is open every day except Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. The Riverside 3D IMAX® Theater at the Virginia Air & Space Center is open every day with a limited evening schedule on Thanksgiving and Christmas.
There are two schedules for operating hours:
Summer Season
(May 27, 2004 - September 6, 2004)
Monday - Wednesday
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thursday - Sunday
10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Winter Season
(September 2, 2003 - May 26, 2004)
Monday - Saturday:
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday:
noon to 5:00 p.m.
Also open evenings for special programs and IMAX ® films.
Admission Prices
Exhibits Only
NON-MEMBERS:
ADULT $ 8.50
SENIORS(65+)/ Military/NASA $ 7.50
CHILDREN (3-11) $ 6.50
MEMBERS:
ADULT FREE
SENIOR FREE
CHILD FREE
Combination tickets available.