Petroleum Museum to host second annual Space Nation Day

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Astronaut Michael Good. | National Aeronautics and Space Administration

The Petroleum Museum in Midland is inviting the public to partake in its second annual Space Nation Day, scheduled from 2-5 p.m. on May 19. The event will be graced by Astronaut Michael Good.

This free event aims to provide attendees with a deep dive into space exploration, including insights into the Moon Pioneers Mission and Midland's ties to the space industry, as per the museum's Facebook post dated May 14.

Good will be accompanied by other leaders in the field of space exploration.

Promoted as an ideal weekend activity for families, Space Nation Day offers activities suitable for all age groups.

Among the highlights of the day is a special space mission challenge with remarkable prizes up for grabs, including a $10,000 VIP Moon Pioneers ticket.

Attendees can look forward to meeting astronauts donned in their space suits and available for selfies. Local food trucks will also be present at the event, serving delectable treats.

As stated on Space Nation Day's Eventbrite page, Midland holds a significant position within the global human spaceflight ecosystem.

Midland International Air & Space Port (MAF) is strategically located amidst nine current and planned American spaceports. This includes Blue Origin and Virgin Galactic launch sites to its west and Space X's Starbase towards its south.

The Petroleum Museum is situated at 1500 I-20 and can be reached at (432) 683-4403.