{"id":74409,"date":"2023-10-16T15:36:25","date_gmt":"2023-10-16T21:36:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/spacecenter.org\/?p=74409"},"modified":"2024-02-16T10:47:39","modified_gmt":"2024-02-16T16:47:39","slug":"galaxy-lights-2023-release","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/spacecenter.org\/galaxy-lights-2023-release\/","title":{"rendered":"Embark on a Celestial Journey at Space Center Houston&#8217;s Galaxy Lights\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/spacecenter.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/web-gallights2022-10-1024x560.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-73749\" srcset=\"https:\/\/spacecenter.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/web-gallights2022-10-1024x560.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/spacecenter.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/web-gallights2022-10-300x164.jpg 300w, https:\/\/spacecenter.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/web-gallights2022-10-768x420.jpg 768w, https:\/\/spacecenter.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/web-gallights2022-10.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>HOUSTON <\/strong>&#8211; This holiday season, Space Center Houston invites guests to embark on a celestial adventure like no other. Prepare to reach new heights as we combine the enchantment of the holidays with the awe-inspiring wonders of the cosmos at Galaxy Lights, our annual holiday light display and celebration, presented by Reliant.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Space Center Houston, renowned for its commitment to space exploration and education, is announcing the return of Galaxy Lights. This dazzling event transforms the Center into a mesmerizing interstellar wonderland, where families and friends can embark on a journey to the stars.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Galaxy Lights is more than just a holiday light display. Visitors of all ages will be captivated by the mesmerizing light installations, interactive exhibits and hands-on activities that make learning about space and science a delightful and engaging experience.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Galaxy Lights is an opportunity to celebrate the holiday season in a unique and educational way,\u201d said President and CEO William Harris. \u201cWe&#8217;re excited to once again invite visitors to join us in exploring the wonders of the cosmos while enjoying the magic of the holidays.&#8221;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Galaxy Lights promises an unforgettable holiday experience for the whole family. This year, Space Center Houston has taken its commitment to educational outreach to new heights, ensuring that visitors not only enjoy the holiday festivities but also gain a deeper appreciation for space science and exploration.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join us at Galaxy Lights and make lasting memories under the cosmos. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/spacecenter.org\/galaxy-lights\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>www.spacecenter.org\/galaxy-lights<\/strong><\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Event Details<\/strong>:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; <strong>Dates<\/strong>: November 11 \u2013 January 7&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; <strong>Location<\/strong>: Space Center Houston, 1601 NASA Parkway, Houston, TX&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; <strong>Admission<\/strong>: Tickets available at <a href=\"https:\/\/spacecenter.org\/galaxy-lights\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>spacecenter.org\/galaxy-lights<\/strong><\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Media Inquiries&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>+1 (281) 244-2122&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>communications@spacecenter.org&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Public Inquiries&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>+1 (281) 244-2100&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>schinfo@spacecenter.org&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>###&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>About Space Center Houston:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Space Center Houston\u2019s shared purpose is to bring people and space closer together. Over 1.3 million visitors and more than 250,000 students and educators visit each year to connect with the significance of space exploration to pursue a path in STEM or follow along as incredible feats of human spaceflight continue to make new discoveries. Space Center Houston is owned by the Manned Space Flight Education 501(c)3 nonprofit organization and generates an annual $118M economic impact to the Greater Houston area. Space Center Houston is a Smithsonian Affiliate, the Official Visitor Center of NASA Johnson Space Center and a Certified Autism Center. 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