Launching Bright Futures Since 1985
Don’t miss this fun, family-friendly weekend celebrating everything CosmoCamps. Kick things off on Friday with an open-house, astronaut panel and photo ops. Saturday, fuel up with breakfast, and end with space-themed cocktails and delicious dinner at the 1861 Club. Bring the whole family! We’ll have plenty of great activities to keep the kids engaged while you reconnect with your fellow Cosmo Campers!
Event Schedule
Friday, September 26th
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Open House - Education Department6:00pm - 7:00pm
heavy drinks and hors d'oeuvre
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Next-Gen Camper Activities6:00pm - 9:00pm
Activities and dinner for your children in attendance will be provided in the Banquet Room on the main floor
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Astronaut Panel7:00pm - 8:00pm
Sandy Marshall (moderator) | Fred Haise | Don Thomas | Teresa Sindelar | Laura Churchley | Steve & Eileen Hawley
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Astronaut Photos8:00pm - 9:00pm
Astronaut Photos (each alumni can have their photo taken with 1 astronaut of their choosing)
Saturday, September 27th
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Breakfast9:00am - 10:00am
Fee Learning Center
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Activities10:00am - 12:00pm
Apollo 13, Missions, Museum Tours, Rockets, Planterium
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Boxed Lunch12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Activities1:00pm - 4:00pm
Missions, Rockets, Battery Build, Astronaut Training, Museum Tours, Planetarium
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Next-Gen Camper Activities5:30pm - 11:00pm
Before heading to the Gala, drop your children off at the Cosmosphere. Activities and dinner for your children in attendance will be provided in the Banquet Room on the main floor
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Gala Event - Cocktails6:00pm - 6:30pm
Cocktails 1861 Club @ the Fairgrounds
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Gala Event - Dinner6:30pm - 7:30pm
1861 Club @ the Fairgrounds
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Gala Event - Keynote Speaker7:30pm - 8:00pm
1861 Club @ the Fairgrounds
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Gala Event - Awards8:00pm - 8:30pm
Alumni of the Year Award at 1861 Club @ the Fairgrounds
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Gala Event - Closing Remarks8:30pm - 9:00pm
1861 Club @ the Fairgrounds
1861 Club
Address: 212 Cottonwood Ave, Hutchinson, KS 67502
Hotels & Lodging
Fairfield Inn & Suites Hutchinson
Address: 1111 N Lorraine St, Hutchinson, KS 67501
Phone: (620) 259-8787
Hampton Inn Hutchinson
Address: 1401 1 2 E 11th Ave, Hutchinson, KS 67501
Phone: (620) 665-9800
Things to Know
Dress Code – Still fit into your camper gear? Show it off and come as you were to relive the glory days of Cosmo Camps! Otherwise, Cosmo Gear and Casual Clothing are acceptable for the weekend.
Bring the whole family! – Children are welcome and encouraged as we’ll provide activities and educational opportunities inspired by the same experiences you had while you were in camp!
*All meals will be provided for you and your family throughout the weekend – please list dietary restrictions on the registration form when you sign up!
Transportation
Transportation to and from Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport (ICT) to Hutchinson, KS is avaiable.
Event Registation Form
Register below to confirm your attendance. Your response will help us plan accordingly and ensure the best experience for all guests.
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