This will be the only place in the world to see a complete, authentic space shuttle system, displayed in a 20-storey launch position.
The expansion of the California Science Center will nearly double its exhibit space, showcasing a diverse collection of 100 artifacts, including rare and historic aerospace objects, as well as 100 hands-on exhibits.
Guests will be encouraged to investigate the scientific and engineering principles of atmospheric flight and the exploration of the universe in three multi-level galleries – the Samuel Oschin Shuttle Gallery, the Korean Air Aviation Gallery, and the Kent Kresa Space Gallery.
The Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center is the third and final major phase of the California Science Center’s three-phase, three-decade master plan to develop one of the world’s leading science learning centres.
Interactive experiences will include a 140-foot ascent aboard a gantry-style elevator along the shuttle stack, evoking the experience of astronauts preparing for launch.
