Challenger Seven Memorial Park
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Challenger Seven Memorial Park
National Tragedy Memorial
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2301 W. NASA Blvd. Webster, TX 77598 |
+1 713 440 1587 Fax: +1 713 440 7355 |
Description
Seventy-three seconds into the space shuttle Challenger mission on January 28, 1986, the world watched in horror as the craft exploded, killing the six astronauts and one civilian aboard. This memorial park, situated on the banks of Clear Creek, pays homage to those who lost their lives on that tragic day. The memorial itself is a precise reproduction of the logo designed by the crew members themselves for the mission. The park around it protects 326 acres, home to several important, regional ecosystems.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: 7am-9pm, summer; 7am-7pm, winter.Visit Time: 30min-1.5hr
Best Time to Visit: Mornings are better in the summer.
Why Best: The temperature is cooler.
Average Wait Time: None
Price: Free
Exposure
Indoor with climate control. Notes: This is a park with a learning center so you can be both indoors and outdoors.Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, SeniorAges that would most enjoy this site: Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Best Modes of Transportation:
Automobile/Car
Motorbike/Scooter
Parking Availability: Yes
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