“Life in Space,” an immersive exhibition that explores how humans live and work in space, opens at Mulva Cultural Center on Friday, September 26.

An international traveling exhibition created in partnership with the European Space Agency (ESA), Italian Space Agency (ASI) and the support of the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, “Life in Space” offers visitors a first-hand look at the innovations and challenges of human spaceflight.

Life-size models of a Lunar Rover and Sputnik I, a moon rock recovered from an asteroid impact site, and a life-sized mock-up of an International Space Station Node are some of the artifacts in the exhibition. Along with artifacts, the exhibition features a Multi-Axis Trainer designed to simulate a tumble spin in space, F-18 Hornet flight simulators, a virtual reality experience aboard the International Space Station, and more.

“This exhibition brings the science and wonder of space travel down to Earth,” said Claudia Damiani, Director of Exhibits & Education at Mulva Cultural Center. “Exploring how humans live and work in space, we can see the magnitude of science, engineering and technology required to make it possible.”

Designed to engage audiences of all ages, “Life in Space” offers an interactive, inspiring look at life beyond our planet and the ingenuity that propels us there.

“Life in Space” is the final main hall exhibition of 2025 and will be on display from September 26 to January 5, 2026. It was produced by Herelæb and toured by World Touring Exhibition.

Mulva Cultural Center inspires intellectual curiosity through stunning exhibits, engaging films, unique programs and enticing culinary innovations all within one destination. To learn more about Mulva Cultural Center, see its calendar of events and purchase tickets, visit mulvacenter.org.