Be the first to lift off at Mission Aerospace!

Saturday, September 26th | 9 – 10 A.M.

Science Center Members can join us for a first look at our newest traveling exhibit, Mission Aerospace! Wear your pajamas and enjoy a milk-and-cereal station during this exclusive early-access event. Admission is included with UPMC Science Center Membership!

Mission Aerospace is a love letter to the sky and all the cool things that fly through it. Explorers will learn about the history of rockets and flight, including everything from early airplanes and jet fighters to Mars rovers and space shuttles.

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