Great Lakes Science Center celebrates Artemis II moon mission

Ohio museum hosts events to engage public with upcoming NASA lunar flight

Mar. 31, 2026 at 5:33pm

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A highly textured, abstract painting in earthy tones of ochre, sienna, and cerulean blue, featuring sweeping geometric arcs, concentric planetary circles, and precise botanical spirals, conceptually representing the scientific complexity and structural order of the Artemis II mission to the Moon.The Great Lakes Science Center celebrates NASA's Artemis II mission with a series of events that invite the local community to explore the science and wonder of humanity's return to the Moon.Cleveland Today

As NASA gears up for the highly anticipated Artemis II mission, the Great Lakes Science Center in Cleveland, Ohio is inviting local residents to follow along in real-time with a series of special events and programming centered around the upcoming lunar flight.

Why it matters

The Artemis II mission will be the first crewed flight of NASA's new Orion spacecraft and Space Launch System rocket, marking a major milestone in the agency's plans to return humans to the Moon. By engaging the public, especially in space-focused communities like Cleveland, the Great Lakes Science Center aims to build excitement and scientific literacy around this historic spaceflight.

The details

The Great Lakes Science Center will host a variety of Artemis II-themed events, including live mission updates, educational exhibits, and hands-on activities for visitors. The museum will also livestream key mission events, allowing Northeast Ohioans to experience the launch and other milestones as they happen.

  • Artemis II is currently targeted for launch in late 2024.
  • The Great Lakes Science Center will host its Artemis II programming throughout the duration of the mission.

The players

Great Lakes Science Center

A science museum located in Cleveland, Ohio that focuses on interactive exhibits and educational programming related to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

NASA

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration, the independent agency of the executive branch of the United States federal government responsible for the civilian space program, as well as aeronautics and space research.

Artemis II

The second mission in NASA's Artemis program, which aims to return humans to the Moon, including the first crewed flight of the new Orion spacecraft and Space Launch System rocket.

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What they’re saying

“We're thrilled to be able to share the excitement of the Artemis II mission with our community. This is a historic moment in space exploration, and we want everyone to be a part of it.”

— Kirsten Ellenbogen, President and CEO, Great Lakes Science Center

What’s next

The Great Lakes Science Center will continue to announce specific Artemis II-related events and programming as the mission approaches its targeted launch date in late 2024.

The takeaway

By hosting engaging events and activities around the Artemis II mission, the Great Lakes Science Center is helping to foster a sense of community excitement and scientific curiosity in Northeast Ohio, inspiring the next generation of space explorers and innovators.