NASA @ The Moon

But before NASA went to the Moon...

JFK's Speech at Rice University - September 12, 1962

Lunar Atmosphere and Dust Environment Explorer

LADEE is orbiting the moon to gather detailed information about the lunar atmosphere, conditions near the surface, and environmental influences on lunar dust - helping researchers understand how future exploration may shape the lunar environment and how the environment may affect future travelers to the Moon.

Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter

Right now LRO is orbiting the Moon, helping us prepare for future human exploration of the Moon by finding safe landing sites, locating potential resources, and characterizing the lunar environment.

Lunar CRater Observation & Sensing Satellite

LCROSS did it's part by helping to confirm the presence of water ice -- a valuable resource for human exploration -- by smashing the upper stage of the rocket into a permanently shadowed crater at the Moon's south pole.

Chandrayaan-1

India's spacecraft orbited the Moon, characterizing the lunar surface and composition. The mission included two NASA instruments.

Exploration Systems Mission Directorate

ESMD develops capabilities and technology to make human and robotic exploration of our solar system possible -- and safe. Find out the latest in exploration engineering!

NASA Science Mission Directorate

Helping us explore our Sun, Earth and Moon, solar system, and beyond!