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William Harris has just started as the new CEO at Space Center Houston. He says Independence Plaza, which appears in the backdrop displaying a replica of NASA's Independence space shuttle mounted on top of the original NASA 905 shuttle carrier aircraft, is one of the biggest draws in the complex.

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William Harris Is The New President And CEO Of Space Center Houston

Alvaro 'Al' Ortiz

Posted on April 6, 2016 · One of his projects is developing an exhibit about NASA’s upcoming mission to Mars.

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Space Shuttle Replica Independence Has A New Home

Pat Hernandez

Posted on August 14, 2014 · Space Center Houston is home to the replica shuttle Independence now mounted on a 747.

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Posted on February 1, 2023 · The tragedy occurred in 2003 when seven NASA astronauts died. The accident led to reform in the organization for improved safety.

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Posted on January 26, 2023 · Family and guests paid respects to lost lives at the Johnson Space Center’s Astronaut Memorial Grove today with a focus on the Columbia accident that occurred on February 1, 2003.

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