JPL Open House 2012

The annual Open House at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, Calif., welcomes over 38,000 visitors. This year's theme was "Great Journeys," inviting visitors to share in the wonders of space through high-definition and 3-D videos, live demonstrations, interactions with scientists and engineers, a first look at JPL's new Earth Science Center, and the first annual mobile phone Scavenger Hunt.

See photos of the event here.

The following items are not permitted at this NASA/JPL Event: weapons, explosives, incendiary devices, dangerous instruments, alcohol, illegal drugs, pets, segways, and all types of skates including skateboards. No bags, backpacks or ice chests are allowed, with the exception of small purses and diaper bags. 

Your entry on NASA/JPL property constitutes your agreement that you, your vehicles and your personal belongings are subject to inspection. 

JPL is located at 4800 Oak Grove Drive in Pasadena, off the 210 (Foothill) Freeway at the Berkshire Avenue/Oak Grove Drive exit. Parking is available near the Oak Grove main gate and the eastern boundary of JPL, accessible from Windsor Avenue via the Arroyo Boulevard exit off the 210 Freeway.

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› Accommodations for Individuals with Disabilities

Next year's Open House is tentatively scheduled for June 8-9, 2013. Please continue to check this page for updated information.