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The speaker discussed connections between how space-flight could be imagined in films and how it has developed in reality.

Free Virtual Lecture: “Space Craze” by Dr. Margaret Weitekamp Chairperson & Curator of the Space History Department of the Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum

When astronaut Eugene Cernan ended his moonwalk on Dec. 19, 1972, he knew there were no more moon missions planned. Five decades later, still no human has returned.

When astronaut Eugene Cernan ended his moonwalk on Dec. 19, 1972, he knew there were no more moon missions planned. Five decades later, still no human has returned.

When astronaut Eugene Cernan ended his moonwalk on Dec. 19, 1972, he knew there were no more moon missions planned. Five decades later, still no human has returned.

Read an excerpt from the new book,

From 'Buck Rogers' to 'Star Trek,' fictional views of astronauts have evolved dramatically—and real-world space travel reflects that cultural shift.