I shed some tears when it was revelead. As a kid I watched the STS launches on UA-cam and more than 10 years later got to see Atlantis in person. Amazing moment❤
I have lived in Brevard County for 28 years, last Sunday I went to the Kennedy Space Center visitor center for the first time. When I saw that curtain rise and I saw The Atlantis I cried with emotion. It has been one of the moments that I will never forget.
Seen this several times now, we were also lucky enough to see one of Atlantis's launches and saw it in the VAB before it headed to it's new home at the Visitor Centre. I still have tears, it is absolutely amazing and yes, extremely humbling. If you get the chance, this is a 'DO NOT MISS'
I just experienced this first hand today and I'm glad to find this quality capture of this experience. It was really awesome how they dissolved the image of that paper model into the real Atlantis behind the transparent screen. The paper model is described in a short movie, just preceding this movie, as the original brainstorm model of the Shuttle. This video unfortunately can't capture how awe-inspiring this unveiling was. I thought I was just going to walk into the room to see the Shuttle, but it was really a cool surprise.
I have been here and seen this in person 3 times. I don't know how many times I have watched this on UA-cam. I. Can't. Watch. This. Without. CRYING. LOL 😭😂.
This opening always makes me cry. I'm a space geek, and the space shuttle program is so fascinating to me. Unfortunately, I was never able to see a Shuttle launch in person, but watching videos makes it feel just as great. Hopefully we get to see something similar in the future
I did a Kennedy visit not long after this exhibit opened and I'll never forget the awe I felt when it turned into the stars and you can see Atlantis. I'm no hardcore space geek, but always feel the wonder when I visit Kennedy. Got to do the tour they were doing for a limited time where they took you out to 39A, before it went back into a working state for private companies, and that was humbling being stood underneath a huge part of mankind's history.
I was at KSC last week and saw this. I have to say the video does not capture the moment (I don't think any can). The "Atlantis, welcome home" just brought out all of the childhood memories of watching the shuttle launch. The camera doesn't quite capture that moment when it's just stars and Atlantis fades in. It's an absolutely amazing entrance into a piece of history.
I have a fear of massive things and when my school went i didnt wanna go into this exhibit cause i knew i couldnt get close to the ship, while i was wondering where the shuttle was after about 40 minutes or walking this damn show did that and scared tf outta me
This was the best reveal at KSC for an exhibit. I also like the very "From The Earth to the Moon" style video before this that covers the development of Shuttle.
Like so many have said, video cannot capture the emotions. To be nose to nose with Atlantis is incredible. And the fact that she still carries her battle scars and burns is amazing still.
I was there some years ago, and being from far away I never thought I would ever get the chance to see all of this, and close up. The final reveal I had tears rolling down my face, and i remember the crowd going "aaaahhhhhhh!" superbly done everyone involved. America, do you know what you have here? What you've done and continue to do? Never stop being fabulous ❤️❤️❤️❤️
worth every penny. Im from brazil, been to florida 3 times in the last 10 years. but in july 2024, I make my child dream come true. I visit the NASA Kennedy Space Center. DO IT. Disney is good, Universal is awesome, but go to space.
One of the more amazing experiences in my life was seeing this in person and watching that screen open and seeing Atlantis … humbling, chilling, peaceful, beautiful… can’t describe the feeling… it was special
This is why engineers need to work with other creative types for good displays! I'm an engineer and am very glad I didn't know about this reveal before it happened. Just need to see Endeavor (which I photographed flying out of the factory) in it's ready-to-launch position and my collection of flown shuttles will be complete.
My dad and I are huge supporters of Space travel and the Space Shuttle. We'd wake early or late to see the launches on NASA tv. We visited Endeavour in 2012 when she was in her temporary hangar. Discovery in 2014 at the Smithsonian and finally Atlantis in 2016. This whole intro was just a fitting end to seeing the 3 orbiters that travelled the Earth countless times over. Shed quite a few tears. But when we saw the remains of Columbia and Challenger man... My father, mother and I felt a lot of emotion. Thanks to the millions of human beings who believed and still continue to believe in the dream. And to the men and women who have sacrificed.
I went to Kennedy space center at least 3 times now since living in brevard county. Every time I go through this exhibit, I get goosebumps. Great execution of the story.
I will never forget that intro and the moment the shuttle is revealed. The best visit to an attraction I' ve ever made. Gave me goosebumps.
I shed some tears when it was revelead. As a kid I watched the STS launches on UA-cam and more than 10 years later got to see Atlantis in person. Amazing moment❤
still gives me goosebumps!
Yes
I know! I was taken totally by surprise!! I got cold chills when that curtain raised.
Same. One of my favorite memories ever!!! We were looking at it the whole time!
Spine chilling!!! I experienced this first hand and found it quite emotional ❤
(Towards the end of the intro) Me: oh, nice mock up.
(Wall goes up)
Me: 😭😭😭😭😭😭
Reassuring that I’m not alone in having an emotional response to the reveal. It is fantastic to experience in person.
I have lived in Brevard County for 28 years, last Sunday I went to the Kennedy Space Center visitor center for the first time. When I saw that curtain rise and I saw The Atlantis I cried with emotion. It has been one of the moments that I will never forget.
As Brevard county resident for my entire life I wholeheartedly agree. The twin sonic booms at 3:56 bring back so many memories.
The music makes this exhibit what it is. It's the perfect tribute to the space shuttle program.
Seen this several times now, we were also lucky enough to see one of Atlantis's launches and saw it in the VAB before it headed to it's new home at the Visitor Centre. I still have tears, it is absolutely amazing and yes, extremely humbling. If you get the chance, this is a 'DO NOT MISS'
I just experienced this first hand today and I'm glad to find this quality capture of this experience. It was really awesome how they dissolved the image of that paper model into the real Atlantis behind the transparent screen. The paper model is described in a short movie, just preceding this movie, as the original brainstorm model of the Shuttle. This video unfortunately can't capture how awe-inspiring this unveiling was. I thought I was just going to walk into the room to see the Shuttle, but it was really a cool surprise.
I have been here and seen this in person 3 times. I don't know how many times I have watched this on UA-cam. I. Can't. Watch. This. Without. CRYING. LOL 😭😂.
Me everytime!!!!
What music score was used in this production?
I want to know this also
This opening always makes me cry. I'm a space geek, and the space shuttle program is so fascinating to me. Unfortunately, I was never able to see a Shuttle launch in person, but watching videos makes it feel just as great. Hopefully we get to see something similar in the future
I did a Kennedy visit not long after this exhibit opened and I'll never forget the awe I felt when it turned into the stars and you can see Atlantis. I'm no hardcore space geek, but always feel the wonder when I visit Kennedy. Got to do the tour they were doing for a limited time where they took you out to 39A, before it went back into a working state for private companies, and that was humbling being stood underneath a huge part of mankind's history.
I love they kept Atlantis at KSC, best NASA site. ❤️
I was at KSC last week and saw this. I have to say the video does not capture the moment (I don't think any can). The "Atlantis, welcome home" just brought out all of the childhood memories of watching the shuttle launch. The camera doesn't quite capture that moment when it's just stars and Atlantis fades in. It's an absolutely amazing entrance into a piece of history.
I would be lying if I said that the reveal of Atlantis didn't give me a few tears.
33 missions, 26 years, 126 million miles, and being an actual hero of the shuttle program, orbiter Atlantis, welcome home
Man I remember when I visited and saw this presentation. I almost cried, it was so freaking amazing!
I have been to this Planetarium many times and, WOW! It is the best Planetarium in the world!
I have a fear of massive things and when my school went i didnt wanna go into this exhibit cause i knew i couldnt get close to the ship, while i was wondering where the shuttle was after about 40 minutes or walking this damn show did that and scared tf outta me
This was the best reveal at KSC for an exhibit. I also like the very "From The Earth to the Moon" style video before this that covers the development of Shuttle.
Like so many have said, video cannot capture the emotions. To be nose to nose with Atlantis is incredible. And the fact that she still carries her battle scars and burns is amazing still.
This video was made on my daddy's birthday!
1:45 this part is so good
I was there some years ago, and being from far away I never thought I would ever get the chance to see all of this, and close up. The final reveal I had tears rolling down my face, and i remember the crowd going "aaaahhhhhhh!" superbly done everyone involved. America, do you know what you have here? What you've done and continue to do? Never stop being fabulous ❤️❤️❤️❤️
worth every penny. Im from brazil, been to florida 3 times in the last 10 years. but in july 2024, I make my child dream come true. I visit the NASA Kennedy Space Center. DO IT. Disney is good, Universal is awesome, but go to space.
I love the “flying in space” effect at the end before the screen goes up. Atlantis, muh baby! ❤️
One of the more amazing experiences in my life was seeing this in person and watching that screen open and seeing Atlantis … humbling, chilling, peaceful, beautiful… can’t describe the feeling… it was special
This is why engineers need to work with other creative types for good displays! I'm an engineer and am very glad I didn't know about this reveal before it happened. Just need to see Endeavor (which I photographed flying out of the factory) in it's ready-to-launch position and my collection of flown shuttles will be complete.
The Exhibit was way to loud for me to enjoy ...my ears are still hurting
Im going in november. Cant wait to see this.
My dad and I are huge supporters of Space travel and the Space Shuttle. We'd wake early or late to see the launches on NASA tv. We visited Endeavour in 2012 when she was in her temporary hangar. Discovery in 2014 at the Smithsonian and finally Atlantis in 2016. This whole intro was just a fitting end to seeing the 3 orbiters that travelled the Earth countless times over. Shed quite a few tears. But when we saw the remains of Columbia and Challenger man... My father, mother and I felt a lot of emotion. Thanks to the millions of human beings who believed and still continue to believe in the dream. And to the men and women who have sacrificed.
I went to Kennedy space center at least 3 times now since living in brevard county. Every time I go through this exhibit, I get goosebumps. Great execution of the story.
This is only half
Awesome. Was here a few days ago.
Atlantis is a real veteran!
Awesome
WOW!!!! I would LOVE to see Atlantis up close and personal. The introduction gave me chills!!!! 😻😻
It makes me cry every time. Been there 5 times
Beautiful
Wow
Awesome moment .I enjoyed to se her so much ❤️