NASA will celebrate Space Day Texas at the state capitol, highlighting the state's contributions to human space exploration and future missions.
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| NASA celebrates Space Day at the Texas Capitol to showcase achievements in space exploration and future missions, featuring exhibits, astronaut Q&A, and legislative events. Image: NASA |
Houston, Texas, USA — March 18, 2025:
NASA will return to the Texas state capitol on March 25, 2025, for Space Day Texas, a two-day event highlighting the state's vital role in space exploration and education. The celebration will feature exhibits, astronaut visits, and legislative proclamations, recognizing Texas' achievements and future opportunities in human space exploration.
On March 25, NASA's Johnson Space Center will host exhibits on the Capitol grounds, showcasing cutting-edge space exploration efforts and interactive displays. From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. CDT, visitors will experience hands-on STEM activities, as well as a look into Texas' role in advancing space exploration through the Artemis mission. Earlier in the day, on March 24, NASA will highlight the Texas High School Aerospace Scholars program at the University of Texas Elementary Charter school.
At 10 a.m. on March 25, proclamations will be read in the Texas House and Senate chambers, marking NASA’s 25 years of continuous human presence on the International Space Station and celebrating milestones in the Artemis mission. Following the proclamations, an Artemis II astronaut will engage in a live Q&A on the Capitol’s front steps. NASA’s longstanding impact on Texas, with more than 10,000 aerospace employees and over $2 billion in contracts, continues to shape the future of human space exploration.