Program and Event

Space Exhibition at American Center Vientiane

The tektite gathers many questions

Kids enjoy space-themed coloring and Lego activities

To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the first man on the moon, the Public Diplomacy Section ran an exhibition at the Lao-American College on July 9-10 to educate students about the achievements of NASA. The first day was devoted to college-age students; the second day to young children. The exhibition featured interactive games and computer programs, fact-filled posters, a selection of simple books on space, a display showing how NASA research has benefited daily life, two documentaries about Mars exploration and one short DVD on NASA’s history, and a genuine tektite – a rock formed from a meteorite impact. The exhibition attracted roughly 350 students in its two-day run, with eager participation and many excited questions. Teachers from the Lao-American College were also enthusiastic about the exhibition, praising it as a great way to engage young people who know very little about space exploration.

The exhibition was part of the ongoing cooperation between U.S. Embassy Vientiane and the Lao-American College.