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As children, life often feels simple. The world seems large and magical, filled with wonder and curiosity. We explore without fear, ask questions without hesitation, and dream without limits.

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As children, life often feels simple. The world seems large and magical, filled with wonder and curiosity. We explore without fear, ask questions without hesitation, and dream without limits.

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The REAL Space Camp is here and I never knew that! There’s a lot to do & see and I recommend spending at least 3-4 hours. Great stop if you’re in the least interested in space, science and history.” -Cynthia M

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Space Camp

Suit up for a mission to the International Space Station or train for a landing on the moon! Space Camp® is the ultimate educational experience that illuminates real-world applications of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Students…
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Space Academy for Leading Students in Alabama

Get Ready to Take Your Giant Leap! Space Academy® for Leading Students in Alabama (SALSA) is a program funded by the State of Alabama Legislature that awards a male and female student between the ages of 12 to 14 from every legislative district…
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Space Academy

Space Academy® trainees experience firsthand the future of space travel and train to solve technically challenging anomalies in order to complete their space mission. Trainees practice clear communication through aquatic team-building activities…
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Advanced Space Academy

Advanced Space Academy® explores college and career preparation through an immersive experience in science, engineering, technology and math. Trainees experience a variety of astronaut training exercises, engineering challenges and team-building…
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Advanced Space Academy Elite

Advanced Space Academy® Elite, a culminating Space Camp program for trainees ages 17 to 18, is by invitation only. Registration is not available online. NEW guidelines for 2022! Advanced Space Academy is now a prerequisite for Advanced Space…
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