Space Center Houston - Independence Plaza

Our mission: to inspire wonder and spark renewed interest in space science. Our solution: create the only place on the planet where you can see a shuttle mounted to the original NASA 905 shuttle carrier aircraft and discover the intricate workings of both. The exhibits at Space Center Houston's Independence Plaza inspire problem-solving and showcase the exciting possibilities of careers in science and technology. From inside the vessels that gave humans a new perspective of earth, visitors can be immersed in the joy of learning. Mission accomplished: one million visitors came to the Space Center Houston in 2016, a 14% increase from the previous year.