National Space Club

Host of the highly esteemed annual Dr. Robert H. Goddard Memorial Dinner. Advocate of #STEM scholarships & internships through our Youth Scholars Program.

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Big congratulations to our Keynote Scholarship winner, Sarah Cantwell!

This past weekend, she and her team took home first place at CyberQuest, an incredible achievement that highlights her talent, leadership, and dedication to cybersecurity.

The future is bright. 🌟

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Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Goddard Memorial Dinner on March 13th. From inspiring speeches to unforgettable moments, it was truly a celebration of the people shaping the future of space.

Pics here: https://t.co/7XGhse1NbY

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It takes a galaxy of details to make a night like this shine! Final preparations are underway for the #GoddardDinner at the Washington Hilton

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1 Day to Go!

Final countdown begins. See you tomorrow.

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Just 2 more days until the Goddard Memorial Dinner!

We’re excited to welcome leaders from across the space community for an evening recognizing this year’s outstanding award recipients and the achievements shaping the future of space.

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In just 4 days, the aerospace community will gather for the Dr. Robert H. Goddard Memorial Dinner hosted by the National Space Club.

We look forward to an inspiring evening celebrating the leaders, innovators, and achievements shaping the future of space exploration. #GMD

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We’re just one week away from the Dr. Robert H. Goddard Memorial Dinner -- an evening celebrating the innovators, leaders, and pioneers advancing space exploration.

Join us as we bring together the aerospace community for one of the industry’s most anticipated nights.

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John Moore, Master Educator & Executive Director of Palmyra Cove Nature Park and the Institute for Earth Observations, will receive the Christa McAuliffe Space Educator Award. For more than 40 years, he has inspired students to explore Earth systems using satellite data.

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Kenneth Chang of The New York Times is the Press Award recipient.

For over two decades, he has made space exploration, physics, and the search for life beyond Earth clear and accessible through fair, accurate reporting.

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Dr. Stefan Thonnard is the recipient of the Dr. Joseph V. Charyk Award.He led acquisition of a space-based spectral satellite system, delivering on schedule, below cost, and exceeding performance goals while advancing critical national security capabilities.

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Just 2 weeks away!

Join NSCF for an unforgettable evening celebrating excellence in space, science, and innovation. From distinguished award recipients to inspiring leaders shaping the future, this is a night you will not want to miss.

We look forward to celebrating with you.

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Dana Weigel, ISS Program Manager at NASA Johnson Space Center, is the Eagle Manned Mission Award recipient. She leads the world’s longest continuous human presence in space and has guided critical missions including STS-123 and complex spacewalk recovery efforts.

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Lt Col Amanda Salmoiraghi is the General Bernard Schriever Award (Officer) recipient for advancing national security space operations.

She led innovative missile warning architecture efforts, informed senior decision-making, and influenced $47B in investments through 2040.

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TSgt Michael Dillard Jr is the General Bernard Schriever Award (Enlisted) recipient for exceptional leadership at USSPACECOM. His rapid analysis of 100+ missile events enabled successful intercepts during critical global tensions & strengthened missile defense readiness worldwide

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Howard Hu of NASA Johnson Space Center is the 2026 Norman L. Baker Astronautics Engineer Award recipient for his sustained technical leadership on NASA Human Space Flight programs, culminating in his work on Orion, the spacecraft powering Artemis missions to the Moon.

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Dr. Heather Roman-Stork is the NOAA David Johnson Award recipient for developing MUNSTER and MESI, innovative tools that integrate satellite data to track ocean eddies and strengthen insights into marine ecosystems and fisheries management.

We are proud to recognize her impact.

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Blue Ghost Mission 1 Team is the 2026 Nelson P. Jackson Aerospace Award recipient. On 3/2/25, Firefly Aerospace became the 1st commercial company to successfully land & operate on the Moon, delivering 10 NASA instruments & returning nearly 120GB of data to advance future missions

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The National Space Club & Foundation proudly announces its 2026 Award Recipients!

Honoring leaders in national security, lunar exploration, human spaceflight, ocean science, STEM education & journalism.

Presented March 13, 2026.

Read more: https://t.co/WJLekJ3QfA

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From nationwide search to the Goddard stage. 🚀

Read our official press announcement naming Sarah Cantwell as the 2026 Keynote Scholarship recipient and keynote speaker for the 69th Annual Dr. Robert H. Goddard Memorial Dinner.

🔗 Full release: https://t.co/tK6KsT2mVc

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A legacy that spans NASA, national security, and nearly five decades of space leadership.

Learn more about why Hon. Christopher J. Scolese was selected as the 2026 Dr. Robert H. Goddard Memorial Trophy recipient in our official press release.
🔗Read more: https://t.co/7t7zX9iBbx