This international event commemorates the beginning of the Space Age with the launch of Sputnik 1 on Oct. 4, 1957. World Space Week is the largest public space event in the world, with celebrations in more than 50 nations. Last year, President Obama joined the celebration by hosting a Star Party at the White House that included invitations to students from NASA Explorer Schools in the Washington, D.C. area.
Join educators and space enthusiasts around the world to celebrate World Space Week, Oct. 4-10, 2010. During World Space Week, teachers are encouraged to use space-themed activities.
To learn more about World Space Week, to find related educational materials and to search for events in your area, visit http://www.worldspaceweek.org/.
Link to the NASA Explorer Schools Virtual Campus home page.
Q: Are there going to be any events in recognization of space week in Florida at the Kennedy Space Center?
A: None that we are aware of, however, there’s always something fun and exciting happening at the KSC Visitor Complex. Check it out! http://www.kennedyspacecenter.com