Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex launches latest attraction - The Gantry at LC-39
- Emma Walton
- 2 hours ago
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Build your own rocket, see a simulated hot fire test and learn about the local wildlife. Check it out on the Kennedy Space Center Bus Tour, all included with visitor complex admission.
Gantry at LC-39, an immersive, interactive experience that reimagines the historic Launch Complex 39 gantry, is now open at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.
Located amidst the most iconic launch pads in space exploration, the attraction showcases LC-39’s location within a national wildlife refuge, highlighting the ultimate blend of humankind’s significant achievements and the beauty of planet Earth.
Accessible via the Kennedy Space Center Bus Tour, The Gantry at LC-39, features an unprecedented 360° view of Kennedy Space Center and active launch pads, as well as a range of immersive exhibits and experiences.
“The Gantry at LC-39 marks a bold step forward in our mission to spark curiosity and foster learning among the next generation of explorers,” said Therrin Protze, Chief Operating Officer at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. “Located at the historic launch complex where Apollo and Shuttle missions once lifted off, this new attraction blends powerful storytelling, interactive technology, and NASA’s ongoing Earth science research to create a memorable connection to the past, present, and future of space exploration.”
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Key features of The Gantry at LC-39 include:
Earth Information Center (EIC): A dynamic data hub featuring an immersive theater show, captivating hyperwall display, and an interactive exhibit gallery, providing a holistic view of how the planet is changing in ways that affect all life on Earth.
Rocket Build Interactive: Guests can design and virtually launch rockets, experiencing the thrill of space flight from a launch site within view of Kennedy Space Center’s working space ports.
Launch Viewing Area: A prime location to view real rocket launches, complete with a large LED screen that loops media content to enhance the experience.
Interactive Exhibits: Educational activities, including gamified experiences where visitors can explore Launch Complexes 39A, 39B, 41, 40, and 37, using binoculars and informational graphics.
Test Fire Simulation: A thrilling experience where guests of all ages can stand under an impressive, full-scale rocket engine as it simulates a static fire test, feeling the power and excitement of a rocket’s ignition. A roar of sound, light and cooling mist create a visceral thrill.
Shaded Courtyard with Animal Play Sculptures: Climbable sculptures of sea turtles, alligators, and an eagle nest, as well as interpretive graphics, tell the story of Kennedy Space Center’s home within the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. In the center, an artifact from a retired Mobile Launch Platform connects guests to the historic launch pads nearby.
Outdoor Dining Area: A comfortable, shaded space for guests to relax and enjoy self-service dining adjacent to the Crawlerway as well as a Crawler-Transporter tread artifact.
For more information on this out of this world new attraction, visit www.kennedyspacecenter.com.
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