Moon Exploration - NASA Science
Sep 24, 2025 · Here are the major missions launched to the Moon so far. Dozens of spacecraft have supported humanity's quest to learn from, and explore, our nearest neighbor in space.
NASA Artemis astronauts set to fly around moon in historic mission
4 days ago · NASA's 1st human moon mission in 50 years could be month out. What to know NASA's Artemis 2 mission will send four astronauts on a 10-day trip around the moon.
Moon | Features, Phases, Surface, Exploration, & Facts | Britannica
4 days ago · Moon, Earth’s sole natural satellite and nearest celestial body. Known since prehistoric times, it is the brightest object in the sky after the Sun. Its name in English, like that of Earth, is of …
Exploration of the Moon - Wikipedia
The goals of lunar exploration across all major space agencies focus on the continued survey of the lunar surface through lunar missions in preparation for the eventual establishment of permanent …
Back to the Moon in 2026: Historic Lunar Flyby Mission
Jan 4, 2026 · Understanding the back to the moon in 2026: Historic Mission Framework Artemis program emphasizes sustained lunar exploration establishing permanent presence. Back to the …
Moon exploration, facts and information | National Geographic
In the 1950s, the Cold War sparked a race to visit Earth's moon with flybys, robots, and crewed missions. Here's what we discovered—and what's next.
Moon rush: These private spacecraft will attempt lunar landings in 2026
Jan 2, 2026 · A growing fleet of privately built spacecraft is preparing to attempt robotic landings on the moon as humanity's exploration efforts expand.
NASA's pivotal human moon mission could launch in Florida in February
4 days ago · NASA Artemis moon mission could launch from Florida in 1 month. What to know Florida's Kennedy Space Center will be where four Artemis 2 astronauts get off the ground as early as …
Artemis - NASA
Dec 23, 2025 · We’re going back to the Moon for scientific discovery, economic benefits, and inspiration for a new generation of explorers: the Artemis Generation. While maintaining American leadership in …
Artemis II: NASA astronauts gear up for a journey around the moon
Dec 31, 2025 · The NASA Artemis II mission, set to lift off as soon as February, will mark the first time astronauts have aimed to venture beyond near-Earth orbit since 1972.