#SPACE SHUTTLE ENDEAVOUR BROWN MARKS FULL#
"Then probably the most notable next public thing will be installing Endeavour and the full stack." "The demolition of the old buildings is done already, so the next step will be excavation and shoring to get the building going," Rudolph told collectSPACE in an interview. The footprint for the 200,000-square-foot (19,000 square meters) Samuel Oschin Air and Space Museum was cleared ahead of Wednesday's ceremony.
"We have achieved this groundbreaking milestone because of all of you, and together we will inspire the next generation." Going up "On behalf of the citizens of California, thank you to the many generous supporters of the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center project," said Gavin Newsom, governor of California. The science center plans to raise the remaining $120 million during the construction period and is still accepting members for Team Endeavour by sponsoring one of the shuttle's thermal tiles. Other major donors include The Ahmanson Foundation, Thomas and Dorothy Leavey Foundation, Weingart Foundation and Ibrahim El-Hefni Technical Training Foundation. (Image credit: California Science Center/ZGF) "Their early contribution was catalytic in bringing space shuttle Endeavour to the California Science Center, and we are forever thankful for this additional commitment that has propelled us forward to groundbreaking on the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center."Īrtist's rendering of the exterior of the new Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center in Los Angeles. Lynda Oschin for the unparalleled gift," said Rudolph.
"Few institutions have seen this level of generosity, and we are tremendously grateful to Mrs. Combined with the support provided by the State of California and numerous foundations, individuals and corporate donors, the science center has now raised $280 million toward its $400 million goal to cover the past, present and future of Endeavour's display. Samuel Oschin Family Foundation was the largest the California Science Center has ever received. "It gives me enormous pleasure to see this vision becoming a reality for the millions of young people who will be inspired to reach for the stars."Īlthough the amount was not disclosed, the gift from the Mr. "This gift is to honor the legacy of my dear husband Samuel Oschin, who was passionate about adventure and the pursuit of knowledge, especially in the fields of science and engineering," said Lynda Oschin.
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