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This impressive Smithsonian-affiliated facility houses one of the most comprehensive space museums in existence and offers the Carey IMAX Dome Theater; Dr. Goddard's Laboratory - a live rocket science demonstration; the Justice Planetarium Theater with both star and laser shows; and a host of educational programs.

The Cosmosphere is home to the actual Apollo 13 command module "Odyssey", an SR-71 Blackbird spy plane, a full-scale model of the Space Shuttle, German V-1 and V-2 rockets, and the world's largest collection of Soviet space artifacts in the Western world.

The Hall of Space Museum features artifacts from both the U.S. and Soviet space programs and tells the story of the Space Race like no other museum in the world can. The Apollo Gallery, a comprehensive exhibit devoted to the Apollo era and the dramatic race to the Moon, opened in 2001 and features hundreds of historical artifacts.

The Liberty Bell 7 was restored at the Cosmosphere after being recovered from nearly 40 years on the ocean floor. Following a nationwide Discovery Channel tour, the Liberty Bell 7 will return and be permanently housed at the Cosmosphere.

The Cosmosphere offers the Future Astronaut Training Program each Summer and the Elderhostel Astronaut Training Program each Fall. Throughout the year a variety of programs from stargazing to hands-on experiments are also offered. The Cargo Bay Gift Store offers a unique selection of space collectibles and gifts.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Hutchinson Art Center

The Hutchinson Art Center is both a fine art museum and commercial gallery. Since 1949, this non-profit institution has endeavored to promote the study and development of interest and education in the Fine Arts, and to promote and aid in the development of artists.

Hutchinson, KS Arts

Fun Valley Sports Complex

Nicknamed "America's tournament headquarters," Fun Valley has been named Softball Complex of the Year by both U.S. Specialty Sports Association (USSSA) and Softball Owners and Directors of America and hosts more national events than any other baseball/

Hutchinson, KS Sports

The Highlands Golf & Country Club

After seeing the fairways gracefully flowing through the sand dunes, it is obvious why some have refered to this masterpiece as the course Mother Nature built. The scenic 18-hole champioinship golf course is rated one of the most difficult in Kansas.

Hutchinson, KS Golf Courses

Hutchinson Zoo

The Hutchinson Zoo features wild habitat exhibits with naturalistic settings. River otter, pronghorn, bison, coyote, ringtail, bobcat, reptiles, porcupine, golden eagles, and native birds are but a few of the animals. The Animals &

Hutchinson, KS Zoos

Tours

The Greater Hutchinson Convention/Visitors Bureau will help to create an adventurous experience or provide ideas to create your own. Services include: Group Tour Planner Tour Planning Assistance Sample Itineraries Agriculture & History Arts & Theatre Aviation Nature/Ecology

Hutchinson, KS Tours

Things to do near Hutchinson, KS