06/01/2026
After 40 years standing on duty at Triton College’s Cernan Earth and Space Center, Gene Cernan’s Apollo 10 spacesuit and twelve other artifacts will soon retire to the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum for restoration and relaxation.
The Cernan Earth and Space Center invites the public to offer a proper sendoff and final salute to Cernan’s flown spacesuit at a “Retirement Party” on May 17 from 2 to 4 p.m.
There will be a trivia challenge and a short program in the planetarium, as well as special explanations about the artifacts on display in the exhibit hall. Visitors are encouraged to wear space-themed attire, ranging from a full costume to a NASA T-shirt. Guests can also capture the moment in front of an orbiting spaceship photo backdrop. Admission is free, and all visitors will receive a 10% discount on purchases in the Star Store Gift Shop during the event.
The Retirement Party for the Apollo 10 spacesuit is free and open to the public. For those unable to attend, the Cernan Center lobby exhibits are open 9 am to 8 pm Monday through Friday, except June 5, and Saturdays from 6:30 to 9:30 pm. The last day to see the spacesuit will be June 6.
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