Historical Space Locations: National Air and Space Museum
Description:
The National Air and Space Museum, part of the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C., houses thousands of aviation and space artifacts, including the Apollo 11 module and Spirit of St. Louis, in vast halls with suspended aircraft.
It offers IMAX theaters and planetariums for immersive experiences, drawing millions annually.
The museum explores flight's evolution, from Wright brothers to Mars rovers, promoting scientific literacy.
Key Historical Significance:
Houses Apollo 11 command module and Wright brothers' plane.
