Sands Space History Center

About this museum

Sands Space History Center, located at 100 Spaceport Way in Cape Canaveral, ranks among the finest free museums in the Space Coast area. Offering FREE ADMISSION year - round, this museum features exhibits dedicated to the history of space exploration, plus a gift shop.Visitors to Sands Space History Center can explore the thrilling story of America's space program through authentic artifacts, photographs, and interactive exhibits. From the earliest rocket tests and the Mercury program through the Apollo moon landings and the Space Shuttle era, the museum traces the milestones that turned Cape Canaveral into the gateway to space. The center's proximity to the launch pads adds a palpable sense of history to every visit.With a 4.7 - star rating from 684 visitor reviews, Sands Space History Center has earned consistent praise as one of the best free attractions in the Cape Canaveral area.You can find Sands Space History Center at 100 Spaceport Way in Cape Canaveral. The museum is open several days a week (Friday: 9AM - 4PM, Saturday: 9AM - 5PM, Sunday: 12 - 4PM, Thursday: 9AM - 4PM). While there is no admission charge, the gift shop offers space - themed souvenirs. Next time you visit Cape Canaveral, make time for this free museum.