Apollo Legacy: How engineers landed people on the moon

“One small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind”

An estimated 530 million people watched the Apollo 11 spacecraft land on the Moon in July 1969, so it was a big deal! But how did engineers make this epic, achievement happen and what are the next giant steps in Space Engineering?

This talk is the story of the lunar landing delivered by Jez Turner, an Assistant Professor at the University of Nottingham. This lively, family event will feature a few surprises along the way and is designed to be enjoyed by adults and children together. Suitable for all ages. When booking your tickets, please include all adults and children attending. Unfortunately the planetarium is not currently wheelchair accessible.