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For Some, Sputnik 1 Was No Big Deal (Until it Was)
Historian James J. Hartford describes the initial reaction of Moscow leadership to the October 4, 1957 launch of the world’s
In the News: Planets in the April Sky
The April sky is a changing scene of planets and stars. Read on to learn what to watch for in
In the News: March Skies
The March sky has views of Jupiter and Venus. Read on to learn what to look for in the night
In the News: Planets in the February Sky
The February night sky is filled will feature views of Venus, Jupiter, and Uranus. Read on for information on what
In the News: Hidden Figures Artifacts and STEM Education
Many artifacts featured and referenced in the film, Hidden Figures, can be found right here in Hutchinson, KS!
Mercury Crosses the Sun and More Planetary News
For the first time in nearly 10 years, the planet Mercury will be visible as it crosses in front of
Welcome Home Scott Kelly! How Are Your Fingernails?
US Astronaut Scott Kelly returned from 340 days in space today. Over the next several weeks, medical teams will be
Night Sky Offers Rare View of Five Planets
During the next few weeks, all five of the visible planets – Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn will appear
Top Ten Reasons Hutchinson, Kansas Is the Perfect Cosmosphere Home
10. A great cross country stop just when you need it most. 9. It’s easy to find—even without a GPS or Smartphone.