Kennedy Space Center

Space center Cape Canaveral, Florida, United States
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What to expect

The John F. Kennedy Space Center is a premier multi-user spaceport located on Merritt Island, Florida. It is one of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's (NASA) ten field centers and has been NASA's primary launch center of American spaceflight, research, and technology since 1968. The center manages launch operations for various programs, including the Apollo, Skylab, and Space Shuttle programs, and is home to facilities that research and develop innovative solutions for space exploration. The center also has a Visitor Complex that is open to the public, offering a range of attractions and exhibits that showcase the history of space exploration. The center is adjacent to Cape Canaveral Space Force Station and works closely with the station to share resources and operate facilities

Plan your family visit to the Kennedy Space Center with these blog insights 👇

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5 unexpected highlights in fabulous Florida with kids

5 unexpected highlights in fabulous Florida with kids
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Kennedy Space Center and explored the various exhibits

Highlights: The kids loved the interactive displays and activities, and we were all impressed by the real Space Shuttle Atlantis ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Kennedy Space Center, which we combined with a day out on an Atlantic Coast beach

Highlights: We enjoyed the Kennedy Space Center and combining it with a day out on an Atlantic Coast beach was our favorite combination ✨