The Space Shuttle Discovery is on Display in Chantilly!

If planning to visit the Washington, DC area, you may want to take a trip to the National Air and Space Museum’s Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly where the Space Shuttle Discovery is on display! Plan your stay with us at the Hilton Washington DC/Rockville Executive Meeting Center and enjoy a comfortable place to unwind after exploring the museum.

 

Photo Credit: http://airandspace.si.edu/museum/udvarhazy/

As the centerpiece exhibit at the James S. McDonnell Space Hangar at the National Air and Space Museum’s Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, the Space Shuttle Discovery is among 152 large artifacts that are housed in the hangar. The Space Shuttle is displayed on the ground level and is surrounded by a variety of interesting exhibits to explore and gaze at.

Along with the Space Shuttle Discovery, visitors can also view hundreds of smaller artifacts including spacesuit prototypes, space-themed toys and more. Visit the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum website to learn more.

The Space Shuttle Discovery is a great family attraction to explore in the Washington, DC area. We invite you to begin your journey with us at the Hilton Washington DC/Rockville Executive Meeting Center, adjacent to the Twinbrook Metro Station.

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