Fall to Earth
See the actual 4.5-billion-year-old space rock and discover the science behind the mysterious boom heard across Southeast Texas.
On March 21, 2026, a meteorite crashed through the roof of a Spring, Texas, home, turning an ordinary day into an extraordinary scientific discovery. Opening November 6, the Houston Museum of Natural Science invites you to experience Fall to Earth. See the actual 4.5-billion-year-old space rock and discover the science behind the mysterious boom heard across Southeast Texas. Follow the meteorite’s incredible journey from space to Earth and discover how one remarkable moment brought the wonders of our solar system right to Houston’s doorstep.
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Houston Museum of Natural Science (HMNS)Venue
Houston Museum of Natural Science
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Experiential MuseumStart date
November 6th, 2026
End date
November 12th, 2027
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Follow the meteorite’s journey from space to Earth
Ages: All ages
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About Houston Museum of Natural Science (HMNS)
The Houston Museum of Natural Science was founded in 1909 on the idea that science can enhance everyone’s lives.