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Open: 9 AM to 5 PM
Astronaut Appearance

Meet Astronaut Joan Higginbotham

Universe Theater

DayDateTimes
WedWednesdayOctober 15
ThuThursdayOctober 16
FriFridayOctober 17
SatSaturdayOctober 18

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Get the rare opportunity to meet a veteran NASA astronaut every day at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Meet the Astronaut of the Day at any of the following opportunities:  

  • Astronaut Encounter – During these presentations, hear from the Astronaut of the Day about his or her unique experience living and working in space. Have your questions ready after the presentation. Astronaut Encounter is included with admission. 
  • Chat With An Astronaut – Enjoy a sampling of food and beverages while having a small-group conversation with the Astronaut of the Day about what it is really like to live and work in space. Chat With An Astronaut can be purchased in addition to admission. 
  • Autograph signings – get the astronaut’s autograph at The Space Shop and Shuttle Express at various times during the day. 

 See the Daily Schedule for the times for each when you arrive.

Learn more about this Astronaut of the Day below.

Joan Higginbotham

  • Mission Specialist, space shuttle Discovery (STS-116)

NASA astronaut Joan Higginbotham flew aboard STS-116, logging over 308 hours in space and playing a key role in International Space Station assembly and operations.