Long Island's Air and Space Museum
Preserving Long Island's rich aerospace heritage of discovery and inspiring future generations through science and technology.
Preserving Long Island's rich aerospace heritage of discovery and inspiring future generations through science and technology.
First, live educators will talk about what is happening in astronomy right now in Space News then get ready for Asteroid: Mission Extreme!
This movie takes audiences on an epic journey to discover the possibilities that asteroids present for space travel. Using stunning visuals and state-of-the-art computer graphics, the film presents the fascinating idea, based on real science, that asteroids could be used as stepping stones to other worlds, veritable “way stations” in space enabling us to cross the entire solar system.
As with any venture in outer space, the challenges involved with making this idea a reality are enormous; however, a mission this extreme could ultimately lead us to learn how to protect our planet and how to successfully inhabit other worlds.
Explore what it would take for astronauts to reach an asteroid and then tame it for our use, as well as how such an extraordinary adventure could benefit humankind, in Asteroid: Mission Extreme.
Narrated by Sigourney Weaver
Hours
Open Tuesday-Sunday, 9:30-5:00, and open on some Mondays that fall on holidays and school breaks.
Find Nunley's Carousel hours here.
Admission Rates
Museum
Adult $16
Child/Senior* $14
Museum includes aviation museum galleries and Junior Jet Club
Planetarium & Dome Theater Shows
Adult $10
Child/Senior* $9
Museum and Show Combo
Adult $21
Child/Senior* $19
Combo includes the museum and a single Planetarium or Dome Theater show.
*Children ages 2-12, Senior Citizens 62+, Military Personnel, Volunteer Firemen & Non-Ambulatory Visitors
Other Options
Junior Jet Club $2.50
Nunley's Carousel $2
ASTC represents over 600 science centers/museums, nonprofit organizations, and companies in 48 countries around the world and all 50 U.S. states.
Present your active Bank of America®, Merrill Lynch® or U.S. Trust® credit or debit card along with a photo ID to gain one free general admission on the first full weekend of every month. Cardholders only; guests are not eligible for free admission. Excludes special exhibitions, ticketed shows and fundraising events.