SpaceX Dragon Spacecraft
SPACEX DRAGON SPACECRAFT LANDS AT THE MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY (Griffin MSI)
(November 29, 2022 - CHICAGO) - On Thursday, December 1, the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry will welcome the arrival of a SpaceX Dragon cargo spacecraft to its Henry Crown Space Center collection.
To celebrate the Dragon's arrival, Griffin MSI is offering free Museum Entry for all guests to experience a series of space-themed programming throughout the day. This will feature a welcome ceremony on the front lawn of the Museum where guests can view the Dragon before it makes it way to the Henry Crown Space Center where the permanent exhibit opens in spring 2023.
"Griffin MSI is always at the forefront of showcasing human achievement in science and industry. And today, as we see the future happening before our eyes in the area of space travel and exploration, there is no better way to propel our mission to inspire the inventive genius in everyone than with the arrival of the SpaceX Dragon cargo spacecraft," said Chevy Humphrey, President and CEO of the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. "This spacecraft is the embodiment of curiosity, wonder, scientific method, hard work, and the American 'how-to' spirit. This represents the future of science and industry, now, at Griffin MSI."
Founded in 2002, SpaceX (Space Exploration Technologies Corporation) is a Hawthorne, California-based spacecraft manufacturer and space transportation provider. In 2006, the company unveiled the Dragon spacecraft, and Griffin MSI will receive a twice flight-proven Dragon cargo spacecraft.
"Similar to the arrival of other historic artifacts like the U-505 submarine and the 727 airliner, welcoming the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft to Griffin MSI will be a day which will live in the hearts and memories of Chicagoans for generations," said Humphrey.
Details on Welcome Ceremony
- WHEN: Thursday, December 1, 2022
12:00 p.m. CDT - 1:00 p.m. CDT - ASSETS: Chevy Humphrey, President & CEO of Griffin Museum of Science and Industry following the Dragon arrival. Photos and b-roll opportunity of the SpaceX Dragon arriving at Griffin MSI.
- WHERE: Griffin Museum of Science and Industry Front Lawn
5700 S. DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60637
Parking: The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry kindly asks media attendees to park in the West Lot on Cornell Drive. Upon arrival, walk north along the sidewalk on Cornell Drive, make a right before the Griffin MSI Parking lot. Event is on the North Stairs.
For more information and tickets, visit msichicago.org/SpaceX.
About the Kenneth C. Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
The Kenneth C. Griffin Museum of Science and Industry (Griffin MSI) offers world-class and uniquely interactive experiences that support the Museum's mission: to inspire the inventive genius in everyone. As one of the largest science museums in the world featuring award-winning exhibits and hands-on activities, a visit to the Griffin MSI is guaranteed to connect fun and learning. Griffin MSI is committed to offering comprehensive educational programs for students, administrators, teachers and families that make a difference in local communities and contribute to MSI's goal to transform and illuminate STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) pathways for people of all ages. The Museum is grateful for the support of its generous donors and guests who make its work possible. The Griffin MSI is also supported in part by the people of Chicago through the Chicago Park District. For more information, visit msichicago.org or call (773) 684-1414.
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The SpaceX Dragon Cargo Spacecraft makes its journey to Griffin MSI via flatbed truck. [Clip: Griffin Museum of Science and Industry.]