About The Museum
The museum is made possible through the generosity of Mr. Albert “Al” Smith, in remembrance of his deceased wife, Patricia Huffman Smith and many other generous donations. CLICK TO VIEW LIST OF CONTRIBUTORS
It tells the story of space exploration from the first mission of the Columbia to its last mission, STS-107. It also reveals the efforts of local citizens during the recovery of Space Shuttle Columbia, STS-107 and its Crew. An area is dedicated to each crewmember that was lost in the tragedy, including the Texas Forest Service employee and the helicopter pilot who lost their lives during the recovery effort. The families of the crew have contributed personal items belonging to their loved ones to be on permanent display. The museum houses many items and artifacts from NASA and its contractors, the families of STS-107, as well as from other individuals.
The museum will feature two simulator interactive devices that emulate activities of the shuttle and orbiter. A planned classroom/digital learning center will provide an excellent opportunity for the advancement of education for people of all ages.
Cost to tour the museum is $5 for adults, $3 for children.
The museum's gift shop offers NASA gear and memorabilia for sale.
Monday through Saturday; 10 AM - 5 PM*
Sunday; 1 PM - 5 PM*
* The museum is closed in observance of the following holidays:
New Year's Day Easter Sunday Memorial Day July 4th Labor Day Thanksgiving Christmas Eve Christmas Day
Owner:
Museum Board of Directors: Gene Nethery, President
Belinda Gay, Vice-President
Robert G. Neal, Treasurer
Veronica Thomas, Secretary
Marsha Cooper, member
Lana Comeaux, member
Jay Chance, member
Jason Huffman, member
Individuals:
Elton Adams
Warren Smith
Thomas Ladner
Richard Barnett
Janis Speight
Nita LaRock
Tom Beall
William "Bill" Speight
Steve LaRock
Madison Berry
John Starr
Judge Jack Leath
Richie Byley
Benjamin Tatum
K.P. Mathis
Donna Caldwell
Veronica Thomas
Payton Mathis
Jay Chance
Rose Trotty
Carlin McDaniel
Rep. Wayne Christian
Evett Turner
Mary Ann McDaniel
Lana Comeaux
Robert Villabous
Joe McNaughten
Landon Cook Celeste Waller Ellen Mills Logan Cook Charles Watson Steve Mills Marsha Cooper Congressman Louis Gohmert Charlene Neal Gerald Coutee Ricky Henson Robert "Bob" Neal Reedie Elliott Tyler Henson Robert G. Neal, Jr. Weldon Elliott Felix Holmes Ann Nethery Albert Foxworth Mickey Horn Gene Nethery Belinda Gay Jason Huffman Louis Parker Chad Gay Ellis Jenkins Bro. Fred Raney Marieke Gay Mark Jenkins Robby Roberts Roger Gay Andrea Jordan Albert "Al" Smith Alice Grace Matt King Charlie Smith Vollie Grace Laure Ladner Pat Smith
Families:
Sandy Anderson Renee Mier Doug Brown Stacy Mier Jonathan Clark Rona Ramon J. P. Harrison Ilan Ramon Foundation Charlotte Krenek Evelyn Husband Thompson Lani McCool
Businesses:
Accoustal Ceiling Company Harborlight Marina ALCO Hemphill Flower Shop Ashley Furniture Hemphill I.S.D. Bethany Baptist Church Independent Steel Erections Bill's Stamp Collecting KTHP Radio Boeing NASA Brookshire Brothers Pace Creek Nursery Chance Construction RE/MAX Childers Glass Ritter Construction City of Hemphill Roger Gay and Co, County of Sabine Sabine County Reporter Dal-Tile Sabine County Shrine Club Don Smith Construction Shelby Savings Bank Ed's Sheet Metal Speedy Lube Fin & Feather Resort Tex-Rite Products First State Bank The Clothes Horse First Realty The Floor Boss First Baptist Church Toledo Bend Plumbing Fisherman's Village Toledo Chronicle GM Water Supply Corporation TXDOT Grace Concrete & Finishing Windstream PCL Broussard Physical Therapy Clinic First Bank & Trust of East Texas Sabine County Tourism Committee Sabine County Commissioners Court Sabine County Columbia Memorial Committee Sabine County Historical Foundation
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