Midland, Texas Mar 26, 2026 (Issuewire.com) - The Petroleum Museum and Space Nation are excited to announce the highly anticipated 4th Annual Space Nation Day on Sunday, March 29, from 2:00 – 5:00 PM. This year's event promises new immersive space activities featuring former NASA astronaut and Space Shuttle veteran Michael T. Good. The event features the graduation of the crew of the ninth Moon Pioneers Mission by Space Nation, a space exploration company located at the Midland International Air & Space Port.
Space Nation Day is a unique opportunity for space curious of all ages to engage with space exploration, learn from industry experts, and participate in thrilling hands-on activities—all completely free of charge.
Event Highlights:
- Meet Astronaut Michael T. Good – Enjoy a live Q&A session with the space veteran and gain insights into life beyond Earth.
- Interactive Space Activities – Build rovers, solve space challenges, and experience a taste of what it's like to train for space missions.
- Exciting Space Challenges & Prizes – Enter for a chance to win a VIP ticket valued at $10,000 for the Moon Pioneers Mission, a thrilling 3-day simulated space mission, plus other space-themed rewards.
- Astronaut Selfies & Food Trucks – Capture memories with Space Nation ambassadors in astronaut space suits and enjoy the delicious offerings from the local food trucks.
"Space exploration is moving faster than ever, and Space Nation Day gives our community a front-row seat to that incredible journey," said Jonathan Connors, Rentals Manager at The Petroleum Museum. "Whether you're eight or eighty, this event has something to spark your imagination and passion for what lies beyond our planet."
Midland: A Hub for Future Space Settlers
Midland and West Texas continue to play a pivotal role in the future of space travel, drawing from their deep roots in the oil and gas industries to help shape the infrastructure of tomorrow's Moon and Mars colonies. Space Nation is at the forefront of this transformation, using the region's pioneering spirit to prepare future space explorers.
"The next generation of space settlers is being trained right here, right now," said Kalle Vähä-Jaakkola, Captain & Co-Founder of Space Nation. "Midland has always been a place where bold people do bold things — and there's nothing bolder than preparing humanity to live and work beyond Earth."
Don't miss this one-of-a-kind, free event where you can explore, learn, and be inspired.
For more information, visit https://spacenation.org/spacenationday-2026
About the Petroleum Museum
Founded in 1975, the Permian Basin Petroleum Museum serves as one of the largest museums in the country dedicated to the petroleum industry and its pioneers. With exhibits that showcase the industry’s past, present, and future, the museum continues to inspire innovation and education in energy and technology.
About Space Nation
Space Nation is a leading space exploration training company dedicated to bringing the transformative power of space to the public. Through immersive training experiences, Space Nation equips future astronauts, leaders, and adventurers with the knowledge and skills to take part in humanity’s expansion beyond Earth. Space Nation has been training future Moon Pioneers in Midland since 2024 and on several continents for over a decade.
Media Inquiries:
The Petroleum Museum
Jonathan Connors
Rentals Manager
432-683-4403
Space Nation
Kalle Vähä-Jaakkola
Captain & Co-Founder
862-245-1776
kalle@spacenation.org
Media Resources:
2023 Space Nation Day Video
Media Contact
Space Nation info@spacenation.org 862 245 1776 http://spacenation.org
