posted 03-31-2009 07:33 AM               

A series of events is planned rather than one main 40th Anniversary theme and the following is an indication of what will be happening.

• The Science Museum launches its 12 months of centenary celebrations late June, 2009

• A high-profile part will be a trail/journey along the ground floor of the Museum through three different galleries that takes in 10 of the Museum's most significant objects including Thompson's Atmospheric Engine, a V2 rocket engine, Crick and Watson's DNA molecular model and the Apollo 10 capsule.

• The first themed season coming within the 12 month centenary programme will be Space Summer (provisional title) in which two main events are highlighted: the launch of the Museum's new temporary exhibition on 400 years of astronomy -- Cosmos and Culture; and the 40th anniversary of Apollo.

• Space Summer will also involve film screenings, gallery-based activities, a special space-themed late show (July 29th) when the Museum stays open into the evening with adult-orientated events such as a special music concert (not classical), along with other attractions etc. and, of course, due 40th anniversary recognition of the Apollo artefacts on display in the Exploring Space gallery (principally J-2 engine, fuel cell, lunar sample, lunar module replica) and, of course, the Apollo 10 command service module in the Making the Modern World gallery.

  Note: the centenary/Apollo anniversary interventions in the Apollo 10 display will not constitute the permanent changes we wish to make to improve its display; these will now be done later on this year or next.

• One of the new attractions being launched during Space Summer is the Legend of Apollo simulation with Dave Scott, who worked on the project and was filmed in the Museum. He may be able to be present at the simulation's launch but at the moment we do not know how his diary is bearing up. The launch is likely to be round July 23rd but the date is not yet confirmed, as far as I know.

I hasten to add that plans are not finalised at this stage but there is frantic activity to ensure the Museum presents a memorable programme for this year.

posted 03-31-2009 05:06 PM               

I have given some lectures at the Science Museum which was really good. I will make sure I give my contact a call tomorrow to find out what's going on.

Sorry I will miss Sy, et al, in July, I will still be in China then as I don't get back to the UK until the 31st July.

Sy, I still have your email and you are still on my email list regarding lectures. As soon as time allows I will see what I can do.

posted 04-01-2009 01:51 AM               

The intention of my announcement was to inform you that the Museum is extremely busy with plans for this anniversay year and I am pleased about that, particularly for the UK and European space enthusiast contingent.

As you know, Sy Liebergot is now a confirmed appearance for July.

At the risk of sounding furtive, I am unable to elaborate further at this stage but it will hopefully be a full and exciting year. I will keep you posted.

posted 04-01-2009 02:11 PM            

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Originally posted by dom:
For many years Bill Anders' Apollo 8 spacesuit was at the Science Museum

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posted 04-02-2009 09:56 AM               

That spacesuit was a 'good friend' of mine, as whenever I was in London I'd drop by and have another long look.

posted 04-03-2009 05:54 PM            

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Originally posted by Mike Isbell:
Bill Anders' Apollo 8 spacesuit is now on display at the San Diego Air & Space Museum.

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posted 06-12-2009 02:18 PM               

Flight International: Take a look inside Apollo X's command module

To mark last month's 40th anniversary of the Apollo X "lunar landing dress rehearsal" mission, the Science Museum in London opened its command module Charlie Brown to visitors.

...the museum expects a wave of interest in its Apollo exhibits in the coming months as NASA prepares to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Neil Armstrong's historic Moon landing, on 20 July.

posted 06-15-2009 04:17 AM               

This is a matter beyond my control but I have emphasised the importance of allowing UK based Space enthusiasts the opportunity of planning ahead.

One of the problems is committal and changing schedules from those invited. I can confirm Sy Liebergot's presentation on the 29th July.

Reference the Apollo 8 Anders spacesuit. I was fortunate to have a private viewing last week as it is in the process of being returned to the Smithsonian.

posted 06-18-2009 11:31 AM               

The Science Museum Space season starts on the 23rd July and will include tours of the galleries, family events and a Space science night.

Alongside that there's the new gallery, Cosmos and Culture, opens on the 23rd as well, a brand new exhibition marking the 400th anniversary of the astronomical telescope, a mini sci-fi film festival, a space-themed Lates, a special performance of Brian Eno’s 'Apollo' and highlights in the Exploring Space gallery. Lots happening...

posted 07-05-2009 11:05 AM               

29 July and 26 August: 18:45 – 22:00
FREE
Over 18s only

Just a few days after the 40th anniversary of the first Moon landing, Sy Liebergot will be exclusively presenting his own experiences working at Nasa throughout the Apollo programme. Also see the actual Apollo 10 Command Module and watch films by renowned space film maker, Chris Riley. At Lates adults can have the Science Museum, its world-class collections and interactive galleries all to themselves and enjoy gallery tours, music and a bar all evening. Adults can also enjoy shameless playtime in the famous interactive Launchpad without having to let the kids go first! The 24 June will be themed around the Science Museum’s Centenary and the 29 July will include space themed activities.

posted 07-06-2009 08:16 AM               

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Originally posted by 747flyer:
I found the details of Sy's presentation on the Science Museum website

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posted 07-09-2009 11:54 AM               

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Originally posted by peerlawther:
...a special performance of Brian Eno's 'Apollo'

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Former Roxy Music member Brian Eno is known as the father of ambient music. To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, he will introduce the first live performance of his 1983 composition Apollo: Atmospheres and soundtracks at the Science Museum, London, on the evening of 20 July; there will be a second performance on 21 July, without Eno.

posted 07-17-2009 08:17 AM               

Former Roxy Music member Brian Eno is known as the father of ambient music. To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, he will introduce the first live performance of his 1983 composition Apollo: Atmospheres and soundtracks at the Science Museum, London, on the evening of 20 July; there will be a second performance on 21 July, without Eno.