Interactive exhibits, spacecraft artifacts, and astronaut memorabilia celebrate America’s space exploration achievements and the legacy of one of the nation’s pioneering astronauts.
Closed Sunday and Monday
Hours may vary on holidays and during special events
Seniors and Military: $6
Children: $4
Children under 3: Free
How to Get There
From Kokomo (15 mi): Take US-31 N toward Peru, continue into the city, then follow local signs to West South Street and the museum entrance.
Overview
The Space Museum and Grissom Center honors the remarkable history of American space exploration while celebrating the life and accomplishments of astronaut Virgil “Gus” Grissom, one of NASA’s original Mercury Seven astronauts. Through exhibits featuring spacecraft components, mission artifacts, historical documents, and personal memorabilia, visitors gain insight into the intense challenges and groundbreaking achievements that defined the early Space Race. The museum highlights Grissom’s contributions to the Mercury and Gemini programs and his role in advancing human spaceflight during a transformative period in scientific history.
Guests can explore displays that trace the evolution of space technology, from the earliest manned missions to later advances in exploration. Educational exhibits explain astronaut training, spacecraft engineering, and the scientific discoveries made possible through space travel. The museum serves both as a tribute to a hometown hero and as an inspiring destination for families, students, and space enthusiasts seeking a closer look at the courage, innovation, and determination that helped carry humanity beyond Earth.
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