Life in Space

Deadly rays, harsh temperatures, total vacuum, no pizza delivery . . . will you survive living in space? This summer, explore the science of how life—human or extraterrestrial—might breathe, eat, and, just maybe, stay alive in the extreme conditions beyond Earth. In this brand-new exhibition of hands-on experiences and thought-provoking artworks, detect livable planets, size up a few space suits, and peruse a menu of space food. Solve a puzzle in simulated zero gravity, find out if you've got the “right stuff" to be an astronaut, check out model lunar homes, hear how Beethoven sounds on Mars, take a tour of the galaxy, and much more. As humans stand on the brink of a new era in space exploration, boldly go beyond the hype with the Exploratorium to discover what it will really take to live in space.