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SOLD OUT Chasing Space: A Virginia Astronaut's Journey, Saturday, April 15, 2023 3:00PM

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Saturday, April 15, 2023 3:00PM

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SOLD OUT Chasing Space: A Virginia Astronaut's Journey

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The book cover of Chasing Space by Leland Melvin featuring Leland wearing his orange space suit with his two dogs licking his face.Please note that this performance is now sold out. Thank you!

Join the Virginia Museum of History & Culture for an afternoon conversation with Virginia astronaut, Leland Melvin, who will share the inspirational story of grit, grace, and second chances that led him to space.

Lynchburg native, a graduate of the University of Richmond, and the only person in history to catch a pass in the National Football League and in space, Leland will discuss his personal journey through the pages of the book Chasing Space. Tickets include day-of-program access to the VMHC to experience the museum’s newest exhibition, Apollo: When We Went to the Moon. This program is appropriate for all ages.

The content and opinions expressed in these presentations are solely those of the speaker and not necessarily of the Virginia Museum of History & Culture.

A book signing will follow the program, with copies of Chasing Space and the Chasing Space Young Readers’ Edition available for pre-sale through the VMHC Museum Store. 

Members, please login above to reserve your free tickets. Your free member tickets will be visible once the items are in your cart. If you are not currently a member and would like to join, please click here. 

Please note that this performance is now sold out. Thank you!

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