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8 space-themed trips for families, from astronomy stays to NASA space launchesApril 13, 2026 – For kids inspired by the Artemis II mission, here are eight destinations where families can explore the stars, space and beyond.
Space weather can be deadly. Here’s how NASA protects the Artemis II crew.April 08, 2026 – Solar storm tech on Artemis II will help protect humans traveling even deeper into space.
The man who proved rockets could reach space was mocked in his timeMarch 16, 2026 – One hundred years ago, Robert Goddard’s invention of the liquid-fueled rocket changed space exploration.
What we can learn from watching 100,000 animals in unbelievable detail—from spaceNovember 28, 2025 – By monitoring the movement, health, and environmental conditions of thousands of animals at once, Project ICARUS hopes to solve scientific mysteries.
The story of how the first American went to spaceMay 04, 2026 – As NASA fought to catch up to the Soviet Union in the space race, they selected a Navy veteran as the first astronaut. But what happened once Alan Shepard stepped into the space capsule?
What will future astronauts eat in space?April 07, 2026 – Beyond Artemis II, human spaceflight missions will need longer expiration dates and grow-it-yourself options. Luckily, labs around the world are working on these menus—and invited National Geographic inside.
The mystery of the universe's missing exploding starsApril 22, 2026 – According to scientists, red supergiant stars should produce more supernovas. But astronomers just aren’t spotting them. Here's how they plan to crack the case.
Inside NASA's audacious plan to build a nuclear-powered moon baseApril 10, 2026 – The end of the historic Artemis II mission kicks off a race to establish a permanent human presence on the moon.
8 night sky events to see in May, from a blue moon to a Milky Way showstopperApril 30, 2026 – May’s sky features not one but two full moons as well as the dazzling Eta Aquarids meteor shower. Here’s when to look up for the month’s most striking alignments.
Artemis II's last test: Will its heat shield work?April 09, 2026 – Excess charring on Artemis I's heat shield had NASA racing to understand what went wrong—and to ensure the technology was still safe for the current crew's high-speed reentry.
The Lyrid meteor shower happens once a year—and it’s about to peakApril 21, 2026 – One of the oldest annual showers on record, the Lyrids put on a show each spring. Here’s what to know about how to see it and where it came from.
See a jaw-dropping 'Earthset'—and a rare solar eclipse from the far side of the moonApril 07, 2026 – After traveling a record distance from Earth, the Artemis II crew saw incredible things. “This continues to be unreal,” pilot Victor Glover said.
Take a tour of NASA’s new ride to the moonApril 01, 2026 – National Geographic trained the Artemis II crew to document their historic mission. Their first assignment? Show us around a replica of the spacecraft they’ll live in as they fly by the moon.
They grew up watching moon missions. Finally, they get to launch one.April 01, 2026 – What the first crewed moon launch in 50 years means to the NASA staff inspired by Apollo.
How Artemis II astronauts plan to capture a new ‘Earthrise’April 02, 2026 – The 1968 photo of our blue planet inspired the global environmental movement. Now, NASA hopes to recapture that magic on their 10-day mission.
The farthest journey in human history is about to beginMarch 26, 2026 – NASA's Artemis II mission is set to launch as early as April 1. Here's why this flight will be one to watch.
