Youngsters are being given the chance to meet a real NASA astronaut, as Spaceport sets out on another journey into the world of space. American Dr Rhea Seddon, the sixth woman in history to make the journey into space, is visiting Spaceport as part of a whistle-stop tour of the UK.
On Friday evening, Dr Seddon will give a one-off talk to 100 space enthusiasts and the session is open to the paying public.
On Saturday Rhea will meet and greet Spaceport visitors for free photographs, autograph signing and host a number of interactive questions and answer sessions throughout the day.
Visitors can take the chance to quiz the NASA astronaut who has flown on board the Discovery (1985) and twice on the Columbia (1991 and 1993), clocking up an amazing 500 hours in space.
Former astronaut Dr Rhea Seddon visits Spacepoprt in Seacombe this week
Ken Moss, Spaceport manager, said: “We hope this will be a day to remember for our visitors.
"In Rhea we have an astronaut of real pedigree and very few will ever get an opportunity to get this up close and personal.
“It’s a tremendous coup for us to be able to host this visit by Rhea. She can talk about experiences many of us can only dream of.
"That’s why Spaceport was put on the map – to share the magic of space in a way that is entertaining and educational.”
During Saturday every child wearing space-themed fancy dress gets in free (max of two children per paying adult).
Dr Seddon will also spend time with children and families from Wirral charity Claire House, Merseytravel’s corporate charity for 2009, on Saturday morning.
Ken added: “This is perfect timing for our current exhibition, One Small Step, which explores space and space travel throughout the years, including the 40th anniversary of the Moon Landings.
“June 20 is exactly one month short of the 40th anniversary of the Moon Landings, a date and event that changed people’s perception on reality and what could be achieved in space exploration.
"Rhea has benefited from that moment in history and has seen the world in a way that was unimagined even 60 years ago.”
The One Small Step exhibition, another world first for Spaceport, shows images, film and detailed models the landmark stages that led to the historic moment of the moon landing on July 20, 1969.
A range of displays, interactive activities, meteorites and unique space memorabilia are brought together for the first time.
The exhibition showcases the future of space-travel and the hope for travel to other worlds - until now only a dream.
The visit also compliments the launch of a new dome show, called “We are Astronomers”, and narrated by Doctor Who himself David Tennant.
See the trailer for the new planetarium show at http://weareastronomers.com/ Dr Rhea Seddon visit timeline: Friday June 19, 2009 - Spaceport “Meet a NASA Astronaut” evening – 7.30pm to 9.30pm Dr Seddon will host a question and answer session between 8pm and 9pm, followed by screening of New Dome Show "We are Astronomers".
The event is open to the public on a pre-booked basis, with tickets costing £10, including light refreshments.
Tickets are available at Spaceport or by calling 0151 330 1333.
Saturday June 20, 2009 - Spaceport “Meet a NASA Astronaut” family event – from 10.30am to 6pm (last admission 4pm) No pre-booking is required, just turn up on the day.
However places in the question and answer sessions with Dr Seddon will be allocated on a first come first served basis. Children in space themed fancy dress can visit FREE of charge (maximum of two children free per full paying adult).
This also applies to joint Mersey Ferry and Spaceport tickets. For further details visit www.spaceport.org.uk or call 0151 330 1566.
The programme for Saturday is: 9.30am – 11am - Dr Seddon will meet families from Merseytravel’s 2009 corporate charity Claire House.
Dr Seddon will then host a range of meet and greets, with photographs and autograph opportunities as well as a number of Q&A sessions throughout the day in Spaceport’s Dome Theatre.
11am -12noon: Session One - Meet and greet with Dr Seddon on Spaceport’s 1st floor, with signings and photograph opportunities.
12noon - 1pm: Dr Seddon will host a Q&A session in Spaceport’s Dome Theatre.
1.30pm - 2.30pm: Session Two - Meet and greet with Dr Seddon on Spaceport’s 1st floor, with signings and photograph opportunities.
2.30pm - 3.30pm: Dr Seddon will host a Q&A session in Spaceport’s Dome Theatre.
15:30 - 16:30: Session Three - Meet and greet with Dr Seddon on Spaceport’s 1st floor, with signings and photograph opportunities.
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