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Wednesday, February 19, 2025

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

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02/19/2025 06:00 PM 02/19/2025 07:30 PM America/Anguilla Astronomy Archives - Dawn of the Space Age Dawn of the Space Age: Sputnik and Explorer We'll dive into the groundbreaking achievements of both the U.S. and the Soviet Union as they competed to reach new frontiers in space, starting with the launch of Sputnik 1 in 1957 and the first successful American satellite, Explorer 1 on January 31, 1958. Through historical context, you'll gain insight into how these pivotal missions shaped the course of the Cold War and laid the foundation for future space exploration. Join us for an engaging look at the rivalry, triumphs, and technological breakthroughs that ignited the Space Race. Non-members - $20 / Children $5 / Members $15 Walk-ins welcome!Event LinksTickets: https://go.evvnt.com/2889051... Details & Tickets: https://www.upcomingevents.com/cincinnati/events/cincinnati-observatory/astronomy-archives-dawn-of-the-space-age-389204?ref=uceaddevent Cincinnati Observatory, 3489 Observatory Place, Cincinnati, OH, 45208

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Dawn of the Space Age: Sputnik and Explorer We'll dive into the groundbreaking achievements of both the U.S. and the Soviet Union as they competed to reach new frontiers in space, starting with the launch of Sputnik 1 in 1957 and the first successful American satellite, Explorer 1 on January 31, 1958. Through historical context, you'll gain insight into how these pivotal missions shaped the course of the Cold War and laid the foundation for future space exploration. Join us for an engaging look at the rivalry, triumphs, and technological breakthroughs that ignited the Space Race. Non-members - $20 / Children $5 / Members $15 Walk-ins welcome!

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