Challenger Space Center of Arizona |
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21170 N. 83rd Ave Peoria, AZ 85382(623) 322-2001 |
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This Smithsonian Institution affiliate gives visitors the opportunity to fly simulated space missions where they become flight crews, mission controllers and scientists. Missions last for two hours. Adjacent to Sunrise Mountain High School, the center also includes an indoor planetarium and hosts events such as telescope classes and space camps.
Mon. – Fri. 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Sat. 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Adults $6; Students (6-18 yrs) and seniors (55+ yrs) $4; Children 5 and under are free
Hotels
Ramada at Arrowhead Mall, 2.4 miles from Challenger Space Center of Arizona SpringHill Suites by Marriott Phoenix Glendale/Peoria, 2.6 miles from Challenger Space Center of Arizona
