Touring Kennedy Space Center | NASA's Incredible Themed Museum

I recently just visited the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex and I have a few thoughts on this incredible and epic themed exhibit.
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[@FieryPheonix-pq8sh]

I’ve been to Kennedy Space Center many times, it’s really a great place, such a unique mix of theme park, museum, and rocket launch site!

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

Just seeing the rockets up close is so surreal.

[@FieryPheonix-pq8sh]

Yeah, really a great experience to have. Gives you such a feeling of awe.

[@BoredBela]

I love how interactive the Kennedy Space Center is for guests. I’m impressed by how they were able to achieve a balance between education and entertainment.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I was surprised by how a lot of interactive elements were found in unlikely places. The person I was with did the crane simulation for the Atlantis and I wouldn't have known it was there unless we had decided to walk behind the cab.

[@connorsturgeon8863]

I'm working at KSC right now as an engineer, and even as an employee I love visiting the visitor complex. It's like having a theme park in my backyard

[@theduh1011]

This is one of the most nostalgic places in the world for me. The constant optimisim, the jaw-dropping scale of the buildings and rockets, sleeping inside the apollo hangar on a few separate occasions.... This is one of the worlds best attractions, and honestly is a multi-day experience for anybody who wants to take their time with it

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

Sleeping inside the Apollo hanger? That's awesome. I've slept in Tropicana Field, but your experience tops it for sure.

[@FieryPheonix-pq8sh]

Oh wow, that’s amazing that you got to sleep in the Apollo Hangar 🤩. I agree it is an amazing place that everyone should get to experience!

[@thebikewatcher9819]

My son's Cub Scout pack got to spend the night underneath the Space Shuttle Atlantis orbiter. Very cool experience!

[@gadiesandlentlemen]

i went to Kennedy Space Center last year. it was so fascinating to just exist in the same room with rockets, equipment, and space artifacts brought back. i literally cried over a moon rock because i realized just how cool it was that we'd gone to the moon and brought back a rock. it was awe-inspiring. 💜

[@happyyad]

We visited Kennedy Space Center in 1990’s and found the place very interesting. The Bus tour took us to see the Crawler transporters that moved the Shuttle to the launch pad. Very incredible to see the size of the equipment needed. Looks like they have added a lot since we visited. Really enjoy your videos.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

A lot of the videos, especially at the Apollo building were definitely filmed in the 90s judging from the camera quality, but that's part of what makes certain areas interesting. It reminds me of visiting back in the early 2000s.

[@michaelmclaughlin4488]

I go over to Kennedy many times a year for launches and events and it looks like a completely different place than it did 5 years ago and even more so than 2010 let alone what it must have been like in the 90s sooo much new stuff

[@r00binbin]

I’m a born Floridian and I lived in brevard county in my childhood, they have a specific day where they allow brevard residents to get in for free if you bring a Canned Good for a Drive that supports the community. I was very poor growing up so this was the only amusement park I could go to yearly. And with all this experience, I am very Disappointed that you didn’t go on the Launch Simulator. That was put in when I was in middle school and it still lives up to the hype tbh. And I thought the Gateway was the best addition, specifically the area they discussed the James Web Telescope!!! the images were so beautiful and they have an interactive view of the before and after photos when they finally got a look at galaxies with a better understanding and view. You really should go back to the park for the Atlantis Launch Simulation and give the gateway more of a historic view, all of those suits will carry the same meaning the older versions have, you just have to look at it as the museum not the amusement part. Nothing in space history is just “filling up space” it’s just history we are writing now, that doesn’t give it any more or less value.

[@jamesrosewell9081]

"it's just history we are writing now" sums up perfectly the optimistic future of space exploration

[@YellowLegoSpaceman]

The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is a personal oasis. The amount of beauty and wonder of space exploration always gives me goosebumps seeing all of the artifacts.

[@paleopython8510]

Great video! Do you think you could do videos on other educational attractions like Zoos and Museums?

[@FieryPheonix-pq8sh]

He’s done one on the Tampa Zoo and Florida Aqaurium, and one on Gatorland, but I agree he should explore more exhibits like these!

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

Yeah for sure. I may or may not be going to the San Diego Zoo over the summer depending on how plans pan out.

[@benjaminschwartz7616]

Come see the US Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville! Marshall Spaceflight Center is where most of those rockets were designed and where many early tests were conducted. I'm not sure it's as entertaining as Kennedy, but the artifacts and educational opportunities are top-notch. Also, it's the home of US Space Camp which is an amazing experience.

[@FieryPheonix-pq8sh]

If you ever go to Canada, I highly recommend checking out either the Toronto Zoo or the African Lion Safari. The Toronto Zoo is huge, with tons of exhibits with animals I’ve never even seen before! The African Lion Safari is the same thing, only you go by car or by bus through animal habitats. The thing that’s unique though is that none of the animals except for the cheetah were behind fencing or cages of any kind, even the lions! We took out a rental car instead of taking the bus, because with a car you can stop or go wherever you want, while the bus has a preset course.

[@AmusementVision]

All I can say is he finally made it! I was just sitting back waiting for the day you'd get, and this might be one of your best videos yet! I got to visit this place all the way back in 2015 and if there's one thing I'm never forgetting from there, it's definitely the Pre Show for Space Shuttle Atlantis. The reveal and the music really elevated it to a new level. (Incoming controversial opinion) KSC is definitely a top 3 for Florida attractions/ parks.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I definitely don't think that's controversial. If theme parks aren't your thing, I can see how someone might consider this the best attraction in Florida.

[@Ataraxia462]

I had never visited KSC until last Fall since we purchased launch tickets for Artemis. The launch was scrubbed twice so we ended up visiting KSC three times in a couple months including the middle of the night for the actual launch in November. Absolutely love that place! My son and I were able to walk around the Atlantis exhibit around midnight and we had the entire gigantic building, and the big slide, all to ourselves.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

Was the viewing location at the Apollo building or do they have it elsewhere too?

[@Ataraxia462]

@@PoseidonEntertainment for Artemis they had three ticket packages with different viewing locations. We viewed the launch from the visitor center field behind the Atlantis building. They setup bleachers, big screens, and have running commentary. It’s about 8 miles away so you see the rocket once it clears the tree line. SLS lit up the sky like a fast forward sunrise, one of the craziest things I’ve ever seen.

[@JohnS-ki2zf]

I was really surprised, it was almost like a theme park. They even had a star tours style simulator. I was really just expecting a museum.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

Yeah for sure. I'm now wondering why I skipped some of those experiences lol.

[@theduh1011]

​@@PoseidonEntertainment so you have reason to go back soon!

[@WaterBug46]

I grew up in a Cape neighborhood so going there was at least a once a year experience. The local schools were deeply involved so field trips there were wonderful. I’ll never forget going in the VAB many years ago. And Atlantis. Don’t know that I’ve ever been so moved emotionally from a ‘park’ experience. Thanks for another great vid

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I don't know how to get into the VAB but I definitely want to lol.

[@Alex-fw5vf]

Great video! I’ve been here many times. The Shuttle Launch Experience is definitely worth doing. It’s a lot of fun and almost seems like something Universal would make.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I watched a video and it's an interesting design for a simulator. I don't know when I'll be back, but I'll check it out when I return.

[@fn-pug5447]

Last year through a program that my High School offered me, my sister, and our friend got an experiment we made sent up to the ISS and another part of the program was that we got to visit the Space Center. It was an incredible experience and we will never forget it

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

That's interesting. What was the experiment meant to test?

[@fn-pug5447]

@@PoseidonEntertainment it was on if algea would grow in Space

[@Greystar2426]

I loved camping out there during Boy Scouts growing up, and we all tried to cram as many of us as we could into the sample capsules in the rocket garden. Our record was 21 kids in a capsule meant for 3.

[@LeafHasLeft]

Its so wonderful it reminds me of what epcot used to be. the kind of thing that reminds you of the power of humanity when we work together.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

That's a good description, that's how I felt about it too.

[@jusadude7162]

I had an annual pass for a bit as the promo they ran priced it lower than a one day admission. It’s about a 2.5 hr drive from home so a cool day trip for me. I also went to the Atlantis Rollover event when they brought in the Atlantis Shuttle for the museum. It was cool seeing it moved down the road and we also were allowed to get VERY up close to it which was awesome. A great memory. Also was able to see the Enterprise Shuttle inside the VAB on a special tour. Lots of great memories of that historic place. I haven’t been in a few years but would love to go back again and see all the new stuff. Great video! Thanks for producing it.

[@Ahstroe]

Wow, is this how CMs and TMs feel watching your stuff? Amazing video, felt really cool seeing other people excited about what we do! I'm a bit curious, did they skip the standing portion of the ASVC pre-show? The seated portion in the firing room is the second half, but sometimes depending on crowds they seem to occasionally shuffle you right in and skip the first half. That whole show is one of my favorite parts of the KSCVC, though I wonder how they'll handle Jim Lovell saying that the Saturn V is "still" the only vehicle that can take you to another world, since that'll very soon no longer be true. On Gateway, I have to agree. Those real flown spacecraft used to be on display inside a much smaller exhibit inside the IMAX building, which felt very dense. Putting them inside a large building and then filling half of it with digital experiences really makes it feel a lot more sparse. I definitely have a bit of a bias *for* the building, since it houses various artifacts relating to the Artemis program I work on, but it could use some more practical elements. I will say though that the KSCVC is always adapting and growing with the space program, so I expect there'll be a lot more to see there within a few years. I'm also really happy you mentioned the global focus of the KSCVC. Especially recently, under the Artemis program, there's been a renewed focus on the second half of NASA's motto: "for the benefit of all." I'm glad that came across in your visit. For anyone looking at multiple days at the KSCVC, I'd argue that if you make a whole day of it it's definitely possible to see all of the included exhibits on day one. I'd then use your second day to go on the extended bus tour or chat with an astronaut. Here's hoping that one day they'll bring back some of the more in-depth bus tours, like the Launch Control Center tour, or the Early Space tour that took you out to the Mercury pads and blockhouses; that said, with how busy the space center is these days, there may just not be the room anymore for those tours, but if you see one be sure to jump on the opportunity!

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I did watch the ASVC pre-show but for the sake of brevity, I didn't include it in the video and I didn't shoot any B-roll of it. I think that its context is important for setting up the second half of the show though. I'm curious though, what does the current paid bus tour offer? Details on the website seemed vague and it's cheap enough that I would have done it if I had found the time.

[@Ahstroe]

@@PoseidonEntertainment If I recall correctly, the Explore Tour (the only one currently offered) is like an extended version of the bus tour, with a guide talking to you and answering questions instead of recorded videos. Instead of going straight north to the LC-39 complex and the ASVC, it takes a more winding and scenic route. You still eventually end up at the ASVC, but after an hour or two of stopping at specific points to be let off to take photos. I imagine the specific route changes due to the spaceport's operational needs, but I know for sure it at least stops up close to the VAB, and if I remember it also stops a mile or so away from the LC-39 pads, and a couple other places, like the press site. You don't get to go inside any of the facilities, and the bus only ever stops to let you out inside gated areas so there's no wandering, but you're still much closer and get to spend much more time than just the quick glimpse as you drive past on the regular bus tour. Edit: if you search for "ksc explore tour" on Google Maps, the "Stop 3" result is actually the little bus stop cutout next to the VAB employee parking lot that (I believe) you actually get out and take pictures at.

[@GLJosh]

Feels like a solid edutainment experience, honoring three elements of time; past, present, and future.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

That's a pretty good description, though I would say that its focus on NASA's past is by far the most interesting aspect.

[@maxg4304]

You should've done the shuttle launch simulator. The sim itself is nothing to write home about, as it only has one axis of motion (pitch), but the preshow is pretty neat and features an entertaining special effects show and a couple robotic arms made to look like the ones on the Shuttle

[@Natsu-0915]

Me and my family went on a trip to orlando back "07" when I was 11 and a friend of mine went there a few months before we did and he inspired me to go and this was such a highlight. I need to go back again soon cause this place is so awesome.

[@zaryuezy-youtaylor2994]

I've been to the Kalamazoo Air Zoo once. I think that deserves a mention. FLYING TIGER 🐯 🐅 ✈

[@Ataraxia462]

Love the air zoo! It’s incredible to view the SR71 Blackbird up close.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

It sounds interesting, I'll add it to the list lol.

[@Project-Jaden]

Can’t believe i missed this upload! Central Florida local, haven’t been to the space center since I was young, hardly remember it - 23 now and it’s been on my mind to go visit again

[@floskywalker6220]

Oh I've been there! It was for a school field trip. One of the best I've been on. It was so fun to run around and just look at everything

[@thewindofsuicune]

I really wish the Space Center had areas that focused on educating visitors on areas in space other than the Moon and a little bit of Mars. Each of the planets and their moons in our solar system is fascinating enough to build an entire museum around each. Plus, with all of the amazing objects and structures in extra-solar space, there’s really no limit to the possibilities. Honestly, seeing how an organization as legendary as NASA would guide visitors through these unfathomably fascinating places in the cosmos was what caused the most excitement going into the museum and was my biggest disappointment leaving.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I agree too. I liked the exhibit dedicated to Mars but it did feel a bit small. Same with how little information there was about living aboard the ISS even though it seems like it could be an entire pavilion itself.

[@Hydraworx]

@@PoseidonEntertainment the NASA Johnson Space Center's Visitor Center has much more in terms of ISS exhibits and and artifacts because it is the NASA center for human spaceflight activities. The visitor centers for NASA JPL and Goddard have great planetary exhibits, more robust than Kennedy as this is where many interplanetary missions are developed and operated out of. KSC is home to prolific launch services and support (contemporarily and historically), so this is why that aspect dominates the Visitor Complex.

[@bryant3825]

@@Hydraworx @Poseidon Entertainment That is very true I haven't been to any of the other NASA Centers besides KSC, but yes KSC only focuses on launch services such as vehicles preparation, ground support and operations, along with many things with contractors as well such as the Mobile launch platform (MLP), Guideway, etc. I do want to visit JSC but maybe when eventually I go to Houston. But also remember that all of the NASA centers are Federal government sites and most require a reservation for a tour.

[@Draveyarg]

I haven't been to Kennedy Space Center since the '90s! Fond memories of my Ma being bored out of her mind as me and Dad ran around & geeked out. Definitely want to go back someday and see everything they've added since then

[@videoclips3143]

Commenting for the algorithm!

[@Ryftz-oe1le]

its qualty and unique no one else could of thought of something like this maybe a prt2

[@papingosstudios161]

Ive been there 2 times once when i was really little for my birthday with my family and twice in a school fieldtrip

[@Desicrator55]

Oh god the audio levels during the intro

[@stuffingtonjfluffypantsiii]

I love the Space Center. got to go in the VAB when they were doing tours a few years back. One of the highlights of my life.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

That sounds really cool. If I could go back and do one thing, it would be because they're allowing people in the VAB.

[@stuffingtonjfluffypantsiii]

@@PoseidonEntertainment You could almost feel all the history that was made there. Not afraid to admit I shed a tear.

[@LChatmanFL]

Love this place! The new play area for the kids is one of my son's favorite play areas anywhere. I do recommend getting lunch earlier than you might want to on any of the busiest days. On one of our trips last yr they were overrun and it was a zoo inside with everyone fighting for tables. The new gateway attraction is kinda like Soarin. You have 4 different "trips" you can go on, so that makes it very re-rideable. Nice vid.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I didn't get the chance to walk into the kid's area but it seems cool from photos I saw.

[@pauldavidartistclub6723]

It was terrific in 1973, when my folks took me there as a side trip from DisneyWorld, but this video makes it look really spectacular today.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I can't even imagine what it was like then but it would be neat to see how it has changed.

[@ku4uv]

One thing you don't want to miss at KSC is the Astronaut Encounter. If you get the chance, you can also dine with an astronaut. I got to meet Dr. Anna Fisher in June of 2022 at KSC, and ask her a quick question about something. I also got a photo with Dr. Fisher. Getting to meet Dr. Fisher was one of the coolest experiences during the vacation to Florida last year. You should consider purchasing the Atlantis pass if you have more than 1 day to spend at KSC. I visited KSC on a Thursday and Friday. The lines and crowds seemed smaller on Friday than on Thursday. Also, stay hydrated by bring a water bottle, and keep on eye on the weather. The Florida weather can change quickly, and severe storms pop up frequently. The Shuttle Launch Experience is worth checking out. It gives you a good idea of what an actual space launch is like.

[@TooningIn2008]

This is definitely a place I’d like to go to someday. The exhibits and the experience as a whole seem incredible

[@harryrabbitts2085]

I have never been here, but I might stop by if I find myself in the area! Looks amazing. Thumbs up from New Zealand.

[@Flsteamfan1990]

This is my favorite place in Fl !

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

As it should be.

[@EBTheOriginalMaster]

Hello there! I just recently subscribed upon watching your previous videos and enjoyed them quite a lot.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I'm glad that you enjoy lol

[@thehouseofcrisis87]

I recommend a trip, even with the issues in Florida right now. It's worth it. And take the tour that takes you out to the launch pads.

[@loveFrAd]

We have been last summer and loved it! From Belgium 😊. We thought it was much more inspiring than future world at Epcot

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

Old Future World or the current one? I can say that I have a low opinion of Epcot currently.

[@loveFrAd]

@@PoseidonEntertainment current one, I had not been to Florida before last year ! Old Epcot looked great… it’s a shame what happened

[@apollo3078]

this is rather unconventional but you should make a video regarding the relationship between epcot/Disney and robotics. for a good while FIRST robotics used to hold championships at epcot

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I wasn't aware that was the case, but I'll look into it.

[@wehkfam5680]

In it's third year of existence US FIRST (now known as FIRST) hosted it's championship at the America Gardens Theater at Epcot in 1996. My team completed. FIRST was founded by Dean Kamen, now most famous for inventing the Segway, with a vision that science could have the same appeal as sports. High school teams from around the country paired up with supervising engineers from major corporations and universities to create robots from a limited range of materials to have them go head to head with other teams' robots in a game that changed every year. Disney did a very good job with it. We had opening ceremonies where a professional dance troop from the park performed a song that I'm pretty sure was custom written for our event. The speakers at the entrance urged guests to see the "robot gladiators" (which or robots were not) in the American pavilion. All of the teams had their own area to work on the robots backstage in the World Showcase. Promoting the science as sport angle we even got coverage on ESPN2: kzbin.info/www/bejne/immxZ5-kocpknMU.

[@apollo3078]

@@wehkfam5680 speaking of pits I've been wondering where the pits were for the robots. where were they exactly? (idk what backstage of the world showcase means because the entire circle of countries is the world showcase)

[@steelcurtain187]

This was one of my favorite experiences

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

Same lol

[@thedevilgoose2482]

Love the Kennedy Center! Lot of cool stuff there. Think I took a guided tour, but it was a long time ago, don't remember too much. I do remember it was very cool, though!

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I see they offer a few and they're probably quite dynamic

[@stargazer2280]

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[@bryant3825]

@Poseidon Entertainment. Glad to see you visited KSC Visitor Complex, Also I wasn't aware that the regular tours only go to the Apollo Complex, I thought it would be a tour around the KSC area with what they are allowed to do and then go to the Apollo Complex. Things have changed the last time I was there. Anyways I am an Aerospace (Air and Space) Student from ERAU and planning to be working with NASA in the coming few years, I am hoping I can work in the Artemis Program. Its an amazing museum, but what I like about it is that its much more affordable compared to Disney and Universal. Also its a bit smaller well the VC is, the actual KSC is bigger but the cool fact is that its also in a natural reserve site as well, The KSC place along with the United States Space Force aka USSF takes a small portion of the KSC area. The rest is all reserved, And its not just NASA is there, but Space X owns some launch sites along with other private companies such as ULA, Relevetity and more. I could go on and on but it will take forever since I am a student specializing in Space. But wanted to say I like how your video gave a broad and humble view of the VC and associated areas even though that most of it is a federal and military owned land. Anyways great video! Also try booking when you can for the rocket launches but be warned that there are delays and scrubs. I know most people don't like that but its for safety reasons as Launch Vehicles (We call that in our field) aka rockets. Can explode either on the pad or when they are in the air and shrapnel will rain down. Again for safety measures is why scrubs happen.

[@ejakeway]

Man I was right in the area of this last year. Really wish I went.

[@jackifspades1973]

My wife and I went here on our honeymoon, loved it

[@bethanywingenfeld766]

Hey, I'm from the space coast! You'll have to come back to watch a launch, they're a real treat to view from the beach or over the Indian River Lagoon. My grandfather worked for NASA for about 30 years. He passed a few years before I was born so it's a great place for me to learn about the projects he worked on. His name is etched somewhere at the National Air and Space Museum, but we've had no luck finding him at KSC!

[@clamcrewcarclub6017]

Very cool to hear/feel the rockets 10 seconds after you see them Launch

[@silverheart4049]

We visited during out honeymoon and it was a great choice- just an inspiring place!

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

Yeah for sure. It's disappointing how little progress there has been on space travel for the last 20 years after going and seeing the peak of the space age.

[@nuckertix]

i worked at ksc in high school and mostly worked food service i’m glad u thought the food was pretty decent lol

[@feist__]

Time to make another trip there!

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

Absolutely!

[@Discoveryy]

KSC is awesome 😊

[@ret5343]

love this video, no notes, but man the twinge of despair i felt seeing that statue "The Eagle Has Landed" with all the progress and achievement it represents, only to see a shitty predatory advertiser sharing the same plaque. feels bad lol

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I didn't know what you meant, so I had to go back and look at the plaque. I didn't realize it was sponsored. I understand other sponsors like Boeing or Space X, but that's a shame.

[@coltonlangs5892]

I’ve also been here it is a great experience

[@MostlyInteresting]

Beck in I think it was 1977 I took a tour that let you walk right into the VLB and the transporter was parked right outside the door. I looked up and thought there was a model Piper hanging on one of the winches. Nope full size plane, the scope of the building made it look tiny.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

It sounds incredible to be in there. If I ever find the opportunity, I would probably pay a significant sum to get the chance.

[@phoenixkingtheo]

If you ever make it to the middle of nowhere Kansas, there's a museum called the Cosmosphere in Hutchinson. It's a space museum that has artifacts from the Nazi rocket program through the space race to the shuttle missions, including Soviet artifacts. really an impressive museum

[@bubbles46853-ep9if]

It was awesome to have gone here. I wish I could’ve done both the Atlantis AND the Apollo areas. I don’t think the Gateway existed yet when I went.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

Gateway just opened last summer, but I didn't realize how new it was when I went. I do think that it was the least interesting area of the complex though. The simulators were somewhat fun, but I don't think that their capacity is very good. If you have to wait in any kind of line for them, I think most people would be underwhelmed.

[@bubbles46853-ep9if]

@@PoseidonEntertainment Alright.

[@Huntly23]

Getting close to 80k subs!

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

Slowly but surely

[@ShamanMcLamie]

I went there to witness one of the very last shuttle launches back in 2010.

[@DangerDave-e7u]

I've been there in dreams.

[@philippconner2818]

Great vid, you did KSC justice!

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

Hopefully lol

[@Kiefer_raptor_shark]

As you walk out of the Apollo 1 manorial exhibit there’s a red walk way you walk on actually used by the Apollo astronauts when boarding the Saturn V’s Also there’s the manorial at the visitors complex dedicated to the astronauts who lost their lives over the years As you walk into the park there’s also a big countdown clock which was heavily featured on every space shuttle mission outside

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I did walk on the red catwalk but there was a person just standing there in the footage lol. I wanted to cut him out because it felt weird.

[@Kiefer_raptor_shark]

@@PoseidonEntertainment That is the problem making videos and getting good shots, I spent an entire day just in that Saturn V hanger (love that beast) so got some good shots after waiting around for a while

[@daphne8406]

I have been twenty years ago 😅 It was already a very cool and interesting place to visit then 🤗

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

It's been about 15 since I had last been and it's definitely changed quite a bit.

[@jackclark4598]

got to see a shuttle launch here as a kid, had no idea how lucky i was. i mean, it was awesome but i didn't know it would be one of the last. unfortunately those bleachers are for friends & family so everyone else is, understandably, very far away

[@shawnchristopher6993]

Last time I was there Atlantis was on the launch pad getting ready to launch

[@SamHartwell420]

I've been lucky enough to visit Kennedy Space Center as well as the Smithsonian air and space museum in DC multiple times. I'd say comparing the two, Kennedy space center has much more broad appeal. I believe their displays and shows are entertaining and informative enough to connect with young children as well as adults. I also think having the added value of being able to see the VAB and launch pads pushes Kennedy Space Center above the Smithsonian. Both are great places to visit, but I think the little touches like the shows entering the Saturn 5 hanger and Shuttle Atlantis push it from good to almost jaw dropping.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I agree as well. I like the AaSM for what it is too, but KSC will always win out.

[@SamHartwell420]

@@PoseidonEntertainment I first read that as KSP and laughed for a minute. Hopefully the AaSM finishes construction soon. I went as a kid when it was fully open and loved it, but the past two times I've been there I'd say less than half was open which was a bit disappointing. Hopefully it'll be done the next time I'm in DC. Also weird side note if you're ever in the area, just south of the AaSM is a small restaurant called Rice Bar and I have fallen in love with it. I can't find anywhere that matches their quality and wish they could expand to where I live.

[@ashleighnichole8197]

I have only been here once when i was a kid in the mid 90's. The only real memory i have is sitting in a real rocket out in the launch area. I am guessing that part doesnt exist anymore. I also dont think most of these fancy buildings/exhibits were there yet. I definitely wanna take my space obsessed 10 year old here!!!

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I think that a lot was built in the mid-90s and early-00s. A lot of the video portions feel around that old just judging from the camera quality, though for the most part, their information is still relevant.

[@Usaball198o]

i went their with my cub scout troop.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

Sounds like a fun time

[@MCLegoboy]

Even if someone doesn't visit KSC while visiting Florida, there's still a decent chance of seeing a rocket launch given Space X and other private companies launching monthly, if not weekly, out at Cape Canaveral. Obviously the ideal times would not be during KSC's operating hours, but particularly with Space X launches, if you get to see one an hour or two before sunrise or maybe even an hour or two after sunset, you can get that jellyfish effect from gasses in the upper atmosphere catching sunlight with a nice dark sky to contrast against. And if you're really lucky, hopefully and you can make it out to Titusville on a launch where the booster(s) are programmed to return on land instead of out on a drone ship. Best 8 minutes of waiting to see a rocket launch and then basically half of it land, just like old sci-fi stories used to depict, and definitely something that would make any vacation just that little bit more special. Anytime you're coming to visit anywhere in Central Florida, it'd be wise to check when the latest launch will be just in case.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I did accidentally see a launch while driving last week. It's always cool to see, even if I'm not up close.

[@craigcavaliere6744]

I haven't made it through the whole video, so apologies if it is mentioned. Florida teachers get in free. I couldn't find it, but they have had free admission for Florida 5th graders in the past.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I wasn't aware, but that certainly explains all of the field trips that were there.

[@stekra3159]

I was lucky enoth to visite on a luch day and we had 2 days

[@Troopertroll]

I went with my family when I was very little. The saddest thing is that NASA has a great history, but hasn't really done anything exciting since the ISS. That kick in the '90s plus the early 2000s promises of Mars by 2012 was my main educational motivator growing up. Unfortunately the government consistently slashed the space program so that it could field a massive "defense" budget and occupation in the Middle East. I got into a great university for astrobiological research and another for astrogeology, and didn't go to either because there were no prospects for a career. I imagine visiting the Kennedy Space Center again would just make me feel depressed and bitter.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

At the very least, KSC seems very intent on inspiring a new generation of scientists, hopefully to force itself to be relevant.

[@dianne6399]

But do they have a mega coaster?? Just kidding! 😂Great video!

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

Seems ready for a launch coaster

[@chanhjohnnguyen1867]

Went there for a 7th grade field trip. It was enough to keep even middle schoolers interested

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

There were quite a few field trips when I went. Definitely the perfect place for one

[@Huntly23]

Wanted to share a few harmless videos ideas: -Does Tron belong in Epcot or the Magic Kingdom, I feel this is a very decisive topic and it might be interesting to see your thoughts on this -Ranking rides at different parks, this is a way to share thoughts on rides in a fun and entertaining way :)

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I'm way past the window to create a relevant Tron video lol. I haven't even bothered riding it yet. Maybe this week finally though.

[@Huntly23]

@@PoseidonEntertainment It’s a fun ride albeit short. I feel the same way about Guardians as I do Tron :)

[@sonic23233]

I've only been to the John Glenn visitor center in Cleveland

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I wasn't aware of it, but I'll add it to the places to check out.

[@MostlyInteresting]

I remember when the Saturn V 1st stage was sitting outside.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

Yeah, it used to sit upright in front of the VAB right?

[@MostlyInteresting]

@@PoseidonEntertainment a long time The stages were there but they weren't actually connected together

[@ThexDynastxQueen]

I've been disappointed that I've never been able to visit the Kennedy Space Center despite being just ~1hr away from it all my life. It's truly on my bucket list as I love space exploration and even just seeing the rockets made me tear up in awe.

[@jennydorrance1884]

I went back 22+ years ago and it's weird to see what has changed and what stayed the same. Mostly I remember there was very little on the still being built ISS and while there was Mars stuff it was mostly theoretical (this is what it might look like to go to Mars vs the more this is what we have planned) and the center as a whole was more focused on the moon

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

It's been at least 15 years since I went, but I seem to remember a G-force simulator and an interactive exhibit where you could drive a remote controlled rover over a recreation of Mars' surface. Was that there then?

[@jennydorrance1884]

@Poseidon Entertainment yeah I remember those. I also remember being able to climb into one of the landing pods and thinking how tight a fit it was for me. I was like 9 at the time so thinking back I can't believe adult men fit.

[@neptune6852]

I'm sorry but I just have to bring this up now. Your intro music has been deafeningly loud for the longest time man. it's really hard to ignore considering I have to turn up my volume to hear you and then turn down my volume for the intro.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

Can you clarify further? Is it just the difference between the intro music and the speaking portions, or is it something throughout the video? Everything sounds clear to me with my headphones without needing to reduce the volume for the loud portions, but I know that all headphones and devices can be inconsistent. Do you watch on a PC with headphones or speakers, or do you watch on something else?

[@JJZ43]

@@PoseidonEntertainment It's the difference between the music and speaking parts, super apparent in the intro. I watch on pc with headphones, and you really do have to turn it down when the songs kick in, it's that loud. I don't know what editing software you use, but most have a way of viewing the sound loudness throughout the vid, showing some type of graph that you can use to compare different levels. That should help you to properly even out the audio, even if you can't hear a difference on your end. Some programs have automatic features to handle it, while others might need to be changed manually. Otherwise, great vid, looking forward to more!

[@neptune6852]

​@@PoseidonEntertainment Checking my sound mixer the music portions often are about 75-80% of the way to maxing out my headphones, while your normal speaking voice often tops out at about 40%. This is just an issue with the opening music when you show your logo, or in this case for this video the first 50 seconds of the video. As these portions are often so much louder than the rest of the video, the background music during the speaking portions is fine.

[@thecritic2084]

great presentation but the music is too obnoxiously loud and I have to keep adjusting volume between that and the narration.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

Volume levels are difficult to balance but it sounds fine on my headphones. What do you watch with?

[@thecritic2084]

​@@PoseidonEntertainment Tannoy full range studio monitors in my recording studio. Always master on studio monitors with a flat response, not headphones (which have too much color in the sound). Sound levels are not difficult to balance. In your editing software you need an LUFS meter that is capable of calculating momentary and long term average loudness on the stereo (or mono) master to ensure that the program does not deviate from -16 LUFS reference level. Gain staging is also important, so it's useful to have Pre and Post LUFS monitoring on each input, buss and master to avoid over-compression. Useful reference materials: Modern Recording Techniques by David Miles Huber, Mastering Audio by Bob Katz and Principles of Digital Audio by Ken Pohlmann.

[@mellowbear6817]

I disagree on your take on the memorial. I reckon it's perfect. It's small, much like NASA was at the time; simple, much like NASAs space program at the time; and much of it is centered around the corageous guinea pigs that the astronauts at the time were. I think it speaks perfectly to the origins of NASA and centers much of it's attention around the memorial itself (which is kind of the purpose of the building). Edit: Otherwise, it's a great video. I've been to KSC a couple of times and it's a must have experience.

[@delededendboyyt]

One thing to know is that you shouldn't go to the Kennedy space centre when a priester is there, because that day could be your last.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I have no idea what joke you're trying to make.

[@jenniferthrasher3058]

Dude. love your content, but production levels are off. Voices quiet. Music loud. Be Safe

[@Sprogster]

Won't be spending on vacation money in Florida anytime soon thx.

[@JL-vg9tx]

bro, look into the volume of your intro vs the volume of your talking... i turn up to hear you talk then the music comes in at like 10db higher blowing speakers... so annoying

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

A few others have pointed out this issue as well, but even with the volume change, it's not overwhelming on my headphones that I use to edit. I'll try toning down the intros in the future though.

[@jessicakraus2932]

😂

[@jojohokutonoken2456]

i live 20 minutes from here crazy how this place is a jojo reference

[@ToshisGarden]

My mom works here, but I don't live with my parents anymore, so I haven't been able to see it for myself in person. Glad to see you covering it, though! Also, have you ever thought of doing a video on Busch Gardens Williamsburg? I figured there would be plenty for you to talk about including both the history and what's there today, but didn't know if it struck your fancy. They're actually revisiting a piece of their history soon with the opening of DarKoaster in a few days, too!

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

That's a place I would like to revisit eventually, though I'm not sure when.