Space Window - Washington, DC
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N 38° 55.817 W 077° 04.300
18S E 320426 N 4311080
Symbolizing the exploration of space, the "Space Window" contains a small moon rock presented to the National Cathedral by the crew of Apollo 11.
Waymark Code: WM60F4
Location: District of Columbia, United States
Date Posted: 03/11/2009
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The National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. is filled with many stained glass windows, over 200 in all. One in particular, however, stands out from the rest. Commonly called the "Space Window," it is located on the south side of the nave. The window contains a small rock collected on the surface of the moon by Apollo 11 astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin. The lunar sample is encased in clear glass, and is at the center of the red "planet."
The window was designed by artist Rodney Winfield and dedicated in 1973. It is also known as the "Scientists and Technicians" Window.
Type of building where window is located: Church
Address:
3101 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Washington, DC USA
20016-5098
Admission Charge: 5.00 (listed in local currency)
Days of Operation: Every day.
Hours of Operation: From: 10:00 AM To: 5:30 PM
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