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For over 40 years, the Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex
has played a key role in the exploration of space as part of
NASA's Deep Space Network.
School groups are invited to come and learn about the amazing
work being done by Australians, and the incredible missions that
are revealing the secrets of the Universe. The Canberra Space
Centre is a unique and informative learning environment for students
of all ages. For further information, please email
us.
 The
Canberra Space Centre is located on the grounds of the Canberra
Deep Space Communication Complex (CDSCC) at Tidbinbilla, about
35kms southwest of the city of Canberra.
The Centre offers visitors
the chance to learn about the role that Australia plays in the
exploration of space. You can take in magnificent views of the
largest antenna complex in the southern hemisphere, see a piece
of the Moon that's over 3.8 billion years old, check out the
latest images from Mars, spacecraft models, and real, flown space
hardware. Discover the foods that astronauts eat on the space
shuttle and space station, watch a movie on the history and future
of space exploration, take a hands-on trip around the Solar System
or across the galaxy, or just sit back and relax in the Moon
Rock Café.
 Entry to the centre
is free - Open daily 7 days a week, between 9am & 5pm (closed Christmas day
only).
The café and giftshop
is open 10am-5pm everyday for snacks and meals, plus the best
coffee in the galaxy.
There is a playground for kids,
and picnic areas to enjoy. The Centre and Complex are set in
the beautiful Tidbinbilla valley region that is a great place
for a day out. Make a day of it by also visiting the Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve, just a few kilometres
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To achieve a public awareness that CDSCC is a facility that significantly
contributes to the worthwhile scientific exploration and understanding
of our place in the Universe.
To offer the public a stimulating and informative insight into
the scientific roles and achievements of the exploration of space
and CDSCC's crucial role as an element in NASA's Deep Space Network
in this cooperative quest to explore our Solar System for the
benefit of all humanity.
• Promote awareness and understanding
of the scientific space exploration roles of CDSCC by providing
a venue which is welcoming and comfortable and extends a public-friendly
air that reflects and instils the beneficial role played by CDSCC.
• Present to the public high quality,
current, informative and stimulating displays and audio-visual
presentations.
• Provide an accessible source of information
on space exploration and deep space tracking, including an appropriately
maintained public website.
• To the extent allowed by resources,
provide educational opportunities for school groups to establish
an understanding of space exploration. |
