California Science Center Completes New Building for Endeavour Shuttle, Enhancing Space Exploration Experience
The California Science Center has announced the completion of its new Samuel Oschin Air & Space Center, a significant expansion that will nearly double the museum's exhibit space. This new 20-story, 200,000-square-foot building in Exposition Park is part of a $450-million campaign to permanently house the retired space shuttle Endeavour. The center will feature three galleries—air, space, and shuttle—showcasing aerospace artifacts and interactive exhibits. The Endeavour will be displayed in a unique vertical 'ready-to-launch' configuration, a first outside of NASA or Air Force facilities. The building's design, by ZGF Architects, includes a diagrid structure that provides unobstructed views of the shuttle. The project aims to inspire future generations by offering an immersive experience that simulates standing on a launch pad. 
