Join Us for an Out-of-this-World Experience

Saturday, July 27 | 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Harkins HAM Shack, Level 3

Arizona Science Center to Connect with the International Space Station

Join Arizona Science Center’s HAM Shack Radio Team as we connect with the International Space Station (ISS) through Amateur Radio on Saturday, July 27. Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to connect with Astronaut: Matthew Dominick and explore the wonders of space!

• Live Communication: Engage in real-time conversations with astronauts aboard the ISS.
• Interactive Workshops: Try your hand at operating an Amateur Radio and understand its vital role in space missions.
• Educational Demos: Learn the fascinating science behind radio communication and space technology.
• Harkins HAM Shack Volunteers Speaker Panel: When all forms of communication have failed the Harkins Ham Shack is where you’ll want to be. Learn how our licensed Ham radio operators use the most reliable line of communication.
  • Jerry Quenneville, K1GJQ
  • Chris Heavens, W7AMD
  • Russell (Rusty) H. Kinner, WA8ZID

This event is FREE with your Arizona Science Center Membership or general admission ticket.

Event Schedule

11:00 a.m. Interactive Workshops & Educational Demos
11:24 a.m. LIVE Connection with the International Space Station
11:45 a.m. Harkins HAM Shack Volunteers Speaker Panel
12:15 p.m. Interactive Workshops & Educational Demos

About Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS)

Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) inspires students, worldwide, to pursue interests and careers in science, technology, engineering and math through amateur radio communications opportunities with the International Space Station (ISS) on-orbit crew. Students learn about life on board the ISS and explore Earth from space through science and math activities. ARISS provides opportunities for the school community (students, teachers, families and community members) to become more aware of the substantial benefits of human spaceflight and the exploration and discovery that occur on spaceflight journeys. Students have the opportunity to learn about space technologies and the technologies involved with space communications through the exploration of amateur radio.