Image Description: Space Mirror Memorial at Kennedy Space Center, at sunset, following the Annual Day of Remembrance - when the nation pauses to recognize and honor those astronauts who gave the ultimate sacrifice for the advancement of the US space program and human spaceflight.
The Space Mirror Memorial
The Astronauts Memorial Foundation (AMF) was founded in the wake of the Space Shuttle Challenger accident in 1986. AMF honors the US astronauts and astronauts who flew with US crews, as well as commercial crew-members during FAA-approved exploratory or experimental spaceflight, who lost their lives. Twenty-five astronauts are now honored by AMF at the nation’s Space Mirror Memorial at Kennedy Space Center, FL.
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The Center For Space Education
The Center for Space Education (CSE) was dedicated in 1994 as the nation’s “living memorial” for our fallen astronauts. The CSE hosts student and educator programs for participants from across the globe, and through partnership with NASA provides complimentary access to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex for program attendees.
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Image Description: Dr. Sian “Leo” Proctor (SpaceX Inspiration4) presents a speech at the Space Port Area Conference for Educators 2023, sharing about her flight to space.
Upcoming Events
The Astronauts Memorial Foundation hosts many events and conferences throughout the year. Check out what’s coming up…
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Image Description: Students attend a breakout session at the Annual Career and Networking Event at the CSE
Educational Initiatives
AMF’s mission focuses on inspiring future generations of space explorers. This is accomplished through a number of educational initiatives at The Center for Space Education (CSE) - including free educational programs from K-12 students, annual college and career events, robotics competitions, and more.
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Our Educational Initiatives
Location
The Space Mirror Memorial and The Center For Space Education are located next to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.
State Road 405, Building M6-306, Kennedy Space Center, FL 32899
