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Kennedy Space Center at Cape Canaveral
Visit a landmark of space exploration with admission to the Kennedy Space Center at Cape Canaveral, the launch site for some of America’s most important missions. Your ticket to the Kennedy Space Center includes access to the Space Shuttle ‘Atlantis,’ a bus tour of the grounds, an astronaut encounter, and the chance to try a shuttle simulator and virtual moonwalk. Admission to the Kennedy Space Center Bus tour including restricted areas Explore interactive exhibits Watch IMAX films Strap in to a space shuttle simulator Ideal choice for families What’s Included Space Shuttle Atlantis Kennedy Space Center Bus Tour (when available) The Apollo/Saturn V Center (when available) Heroes and Legends exhibit…
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Exploration Tower
The Best Place to Watch a Rocket Launch In the town of Cape Canaveral, Florida, there’s a unique structure that stands out among the flat and sandy landscape – the Exploration Tower. This multi-story complex not only serves as a beacon in this coastal town but also encapsulates the region’s rich history and enduring fascination with space exploration. An integral part of the Port Canaveral landscape since 2013, the Exploration Tower is a testament to human ingenuity and our continuous quest to understand the universe. Design and Architecture The Exploration Tower is a seven-story building that immediately captures the eye with its modern and nautical design, resembling a ship’s sail…
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Kennedy Space Center
The history of Cape Canaveral, the site of the Kennedy Space Center, dates back thousands of years to the earliest Native American inhabitants. Spanish explorers arrived in the area in the 16th century. The cape got its name from Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de León in 1513, who named it “Cabo Cañaveral.” Fast forward to the mid-20th century, the U.S. government selected Cape Canaveral in 1949 as a test site for long-range missiles due to its location near the equator, which allows rockets to take advantage of the Earth’s rotation for extra speed, and its eastern seacoast location ensures that rockets are launched over water for safety reasons. The Space…
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History of Merritt Island
Merritt Island is an area located on Florida’s largest island, which it shares its name with. This island is situated on the eastern Floridian coast and is home to a rich history spanning several centuries. The history of Merritt Island is a reflection of both American progress and Florida’s unique past. Prehistoric Times Like much of the Florida region, Merritt Island was initially inhabited by Native American tribes. Evidence of their settlement dates back several thousand years. The tribes known to have inhabited this region were the Ais, or Ays, a tribe of Native Americans living in central coastal Florida, stretching from the St. Johns river to the Florida Keys.…
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Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge
The Marvel of Coexistence with NASA Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge, a natural paradise nestled within a setting characterized by technological advancement, serves as a sanctuary for diverse species while concurrently hosting activities of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). The symbiosis between these two entities may initially seem implausible, yet it forms a unique coexistence that showcases the possibility of balancing industrial progress with ecological preservation. This article delves into the intricate interplay between NASA and the Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge. Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge: An Overview Stretching over a vast expanse of 140,000 acres along Florida’s Atlantic coast, Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge was established in 1963. It shares…
