Challenger Tragedy 40th Anniversary Memorial Service

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This message has been approved by Alan Hanstein, Challenger Learning Center Program Director, for distribution to students, faculty and staff.

The Challenger Learning Center is hosting a commemorative service on January 28th to honor the seven astronauts lost in the 1986 Challenger tragedy.  The memorial, held from 11 AM to 2 PM, will include a bell-ringing ceremony for each crew member and remarks from community leaders and representatives of the National Challenger Center. Throughout the exhibit hall, the Center will display various artifacts and visual stories to provide a look into the lives and legacies of the Challenger crew. This free memorial event is open to the public. Join us in honoring the Challenger crew and exploring their legacy. For details and updates, visit www.challengertlh.com/events 

Article Date
January 07, 2026