NASA
For over six decades, NASA has been pushing the boundaries of human knowledge, exploring the cosmos, and inspiring generations to reach for the stars.
Our Mission
To drive advances in science, technology, aeronautics, and space exploration to enhance knowledge, education, innovation, economic vitality, and stewardship of Earth.
Explore
Advance our understanding of Earth, the solar system, and the universe beyond.
Inspire
Engage the public in space exploration and scientific discovery through education.
Innovate
Drive technological advancement that benefits life on Earth and enables space exploration.
Historic Milestones
Key achievements that shaped our understanding of the universe
NASA Established
Founded as America's civilian space agency
First American in Space
Alan Shepard's suborbital flight
Moon Landing
Apollo 11 - One giant leap for mankind
Space Shuttle Era
Reusable spacecraft program begins
Hubble Launched
Revolutionary space telescope deployed
Commercial Crew
SpaceX Crew Dragon certified for astronauts
NASA Established
Founded as America's civilian space agency
First American in Space
Alan Shepard's suborbital flight
Moon Landing
Apollo 11 - One giant leap for mankind
Space Shuttle Era
Reusable spacecraft program begins
Hubble Launched
Revolutionary space telescope deployed
Commercial Crew
SpaceX Crew Dragon certified for astronauts
Current Programs
Leading the frontier of space exploration and scientific discovery
Artemis Program
Return humans to the Moon and establish a sustainable presence
Mars Exploration
Robotic missions preparing for human exploration of Mars
James Webb Space Telescope
Observing the universe's first galaxies and exoplanets
Earth Science
Monitoring our planet's climate and environmental changes
Greatest Achievements
Monumental accomplishments that changed our perspective of the universe
Moon Landing
First humans on the Moon with Apollo 11
International Space Station
Continuous human presence in space
Hubble Space Telescope
Revolutionary deep space observations
Mars Exploration
Perseverance rover searching for life
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