Hubble telescope

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Hubble, the observatory, is the first major optical telescope to be placed in space, the ultimate mountaintop. Above the distortion of the atmosphere, far far above rain clouds and light pollution, Hubble has an unobstructed view of the universe.

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What’s new: Humans in Space

NASA provides updated International Space Station situation every quarter month. Check out the latest updates.

What’s new: Skywatching Tips

FEBRUARY: Jupiter makes its exit, Venus at peak brightness, and the star-forming cloud next door.

UNDERSTANDING THE UNIVERSE

MARS

  • First Landing
  • Exploration on Mars
  • Mars Today
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MOON

  • In Lunar Orbit
  • Getting there: SLS and Orion
  • Humans on Moon
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EARTH

  • Earth Expeditions
  • Global Climate Change
  • Interactive: Eyes on Earth
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