
Explore Astronomy, Aviation, and Earth and Space Science
Dedicated to NH space pioneers Christa McAuliffe and Alan Shepard, the McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center is a 45,000-square-foot air and space museum in the heart of Northern New England, with indoor and outdoor exhibits, an observatory, a vibrant program series, a vintage 1956 Crusader jet, one of only three planetariums in all of North America with a 10K projection system and an outdoor Science Playground!

Plan Your Visit
Learn what you need to know before you visit The McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center and get answers to frequently asked questions, including the days and hours we are open, parking accommodations, the cost of admission, planetarium shows, and more.
Programs
The McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center Offers Various Programs Related to Astronomy, Aviation, Earth, and Space Science. These include STEM Summer Camps, school visits, outreach programs where we come to you, and more.
Support
Your support helps us provide exciting STEM experiences, inspire young minds, and maintain our programs, such as interactive exhibits, planetarium shows, and summer camps. Learn how you can support our mission.