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February 2024 by Eric Stombaugh
GOOD handycap access short tour attraction. NOTE: This is a volunteer staffed (AIR FORCE) space history museum.1 huge 4 wall display of space flight history (with the artifacts shown from the Air Force & not NASSA) Gift shop with available souvenirs. All funded through donations. Can spend 30 minutes to 1hr and catch up on our 'telling' flight history. Things like land phones on the control room instrument pannel and metals that are very dificult to believe they possibly make it through the HIGH tempures [200°-2000° Celclious = 400 to 3600° Fahrenheit] of the the THERMOSPHERE much less the exosphere then 'craftily' through the radiation (if 'manned') of the Van-Allen belt! Simply mind-boggling almost magical display!
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February 2024 by Anastasia G
Loved this place! The scavenger hunt was so fun for kids! The entrance was free.There is lots of interesting information to read!There were restrooms, the entrance was free. They also have a cute giftshop in the back!Loved it there!
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February 2024 by Aurelien Bouron
Un endroit parfait à visiter, compter 1 heure. L'entrée est gratuite mais vous pouvez laisser un don à l' accueil. Vous aurez l'impression de rentrer dans la base militaire mais suivez google maps qui vous emmènera sur le parking en vous faisant tourner juste avant la barrière qui contrôle les accès a la base. La visite vaut vraiment le coup!
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February 2024 by John Gillispie
Where else can you see the history of all the launch pads and gain insight into the development of the facilities. So few things are reasonably priced in this area and this one is FREE. The docents are incredibly knowledgeable and freely give their time to visitors. Thank you to the founders and those that keep this facility in operation. A nice gift shop on premise as well. Where else in the world could you see a minuteman reentry vehicle??
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January 2024 by D R
Free to enter. Very interesting space history. It has a gift shop also.
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January 2024 by Sonya Ladd
I loved meeting our special guest! He was part of some amazing history. We did an excursion with our cruise that included this in the Canveral Tour. He really gave us some amazing first hand experience, history!
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December 2023 by Susan Voss
We visited Sands Space History center because we were going on a guided tour to the Cape Canaveral Lighthouse. It was part of the Christmas Historic Museum Tour. We also got to check out hanger c full of all kinds of rocets and missles. It was amazing!You can go anytime through Canaveral Tours. I highly recommend it. The staff and volunteers are wonderful and full of knowledge.
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December 2023 by Team Gockley
Sweet little "you wouldn't know it's there" spot to check out if you're in the area and appreciate history and space.
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June 2023 by steven peacock
Five stars if you're interested in space exploration, otherwise it would be lower. This is part of the Space Force Missile Museum location at Cape Canaveral that consists of this location, Sands Space History Center, Hanger C and LC 25-5/6. Sands is the only location that is open to the public and is free to visit. Sands contains a gift shop, and exhibits around the perimeter of the room for each of the Launch Complexes that are located at the Cape. There are also some mission control artifacts and other located here along with very helpful docents.Note that Maps does not always resolve with a path to this location since it is technically located on the Space Force base. If you are looking to get here, follow directions to Terminal 5 at Port Canaveral, then continue heading east instead of turning into the terminal. At the last light before the actual gates to the Space Force base, make a right and the drive towards the SpaceX building. The Sands Space History Center is located behind the SpaceX building.
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May 2023 by Bonnie Coffey
This was far more interesting than I had ever imagined. The docent, Ed, was so knowledgeable, and had great stories to tell. I really knew nothing about the space force before visiting. The history of this area is fascinating, and I’m glad that the use for the area has changed. The day after visiting, there was a launch by SpaceX, and we knew so much more about what was going on because of our visit. Highly recommend this small, but expanding museum.
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May 2023 by Leo Materne
It’s only a small building/ room about the launch pads of the air force with an assortment of big and small exhibits that will fascinate space enthusiasts. Volunteer James Lisa showed us around explaining the exhibits, history of space flight and a lots of interesting fun facts! James Lisa was happy to chat with us and answer our questions, but it was also possible to explore the museum on our own.Entrance and parking are free. If you are interested in the history of space flight and rockets, it’s definitely worth the visit!
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December 2022 by Motorcyclegrrl
Free! Donations accepted. Nice little gift shop. I had no idea how interesting this little place would be. If you liie history, this is a great stop. Learn about military ICBM test launches and other space rocket launches. It's just one big room. Wheelchair friendly. Won't wear you out. Definitely for people who read. I will stop again and being friends and family. You will want to spend at least 1 hour.
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December 2022 by Emma L.
It's mid-tier. The guides there know what they're talking about but it's limited how interesting they can make it unless you greatly enjoy space history/geographical history of the area. Some of the gift shop items are low quality, but the prices are decent.
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December 2022 by Kris F.
Amazing history here and a very knowledgeable tour person. Pictures, displays, and a gift shop. Plan to spend about an hour or 1.5 if you read everything.
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November 2022 by Adam O.
Nice little place showing off the military side of the Cape (LC-1 thru SLC-47) including use of SLC-40 with SpaceX's Falcon 9. It's a nice little place that has artifacts and information about each complex, and a nice tour guide.
