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Kansas Families Can Explore the Cosmosphere, Other Kansas Landmarks for Free as Part of Sunflower Summer Program

Friday, June 9

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Kansas families can have a blast for free this summer at the Cosmosphere all thanks to the Kansas State Department of Education's Sunflower Summer program. All Kansas students, and up to two accompanying adults, can receive free admission to the... Read More.

Cosmosphere to Celebrate Sally’s Night

Friday, May 26

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — On Friday, June 16, the Cosmosphere will celebrate Sally’s Night from 5 to 7 p.m. This event marks the 40th anniversary of Sally Ride becoming the first American woman in space. As part of the celebration, Cosmosphere curator Shannon Whetzel will... Read More.

Cosmosphere to Receive SPRINT Grant

Tuesday, May 23

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Cosmosphere is set to receive a $700,000 grant from the Kansas Department of Commerce as part of the State Park Revitalization and Investment in Notable Tourism (SPRINT) program. This funding opportunity seeks to revitalize the tourism sector in Kansas in... Read More.

Cosmosphere Joins Blue Star Museum Initiative

Tuesday, May 9

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – This summer, the Cosmosphere joins museums across the nation in the Blue Star Museum initiative, a program which provides free admission to currently-serving U.S. Military personnel and their families. This year, the program will begin on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May... Read More.

Registration is Open for the Annual Space to Grieve Kids Kamp at The Cosmosphere

Monday, April 24

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Registration is open for Hospice & Home Care of Reno County’s Space to Grieve Kids Kamp. Children ages 6-17 who have experienced the loss of a loved one are invited to attend.The annual one-day camp will be held June 17th at... Read More.

Cosmosphere Welcomes New Public Relations and Volunteer Coordinator

Wednesday, March 15

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Sophie Maples has joined the Cosmosphere’s Marketing and Development team as the new Public Relations and Volunteer Coordinator.Maples graduated from Wichita State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Strategic Communication at the end of 2021. Prior to joining the Cosmosphere,... Read More.

Hops and Hoops at Cosmosphere Canceled

Monday, March 13

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Galaxy Hops and Hoops, scheduled for Friday, March 17 at the Cosmosphere has been canceled due to low ticket sales. Those who purchased a ticket should call 620.665.9333 to leave a message and a staff member will return their call as... Read More.

New Opportunities for Families and Hoops Fans at the Cosmosphere

Wednesday, February 22

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Cosmosphere announces a new initiative to make visiting the Hall of Space Museum available to more families, a week of special activities for spring break 2023, and the best March Madness watch party in the galaxy (or at least Reno County).Museums... Read More.

Three Area Teachers Selected for Prestigious Cosmosphere Fellowship

Tuesday, February 14

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Three Hutchinson and Buhler teachers have been selected for Cosmosphere’s 2023 LaunchLearning Fellowship, an honor which comes with over $800 in free resources teachers can share with their school and district. The 2023 class of LaunchLearning Fellows includes Allison Craig, a... Read More.

European Space Agency, NASA, and Cosmosphere Collaborate on New Activity for Grades 3+

Tuesday, February 7

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - On February 17 at 10:00 a.m. CST, Cosmosphere hosts Volta Day at the Cosmosphere, a new collaboration with the European Space Agency, NASA, and the Tempio Voltiano museum in Italy. The event celebrates the birthday of Alessandro Volta (b. February 18,... Read More.