Object Record
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Metadata
Object Name |
Plaque |
Common Name |
Moon Landing Plaque |
Catalog Number |
1974.04.01 |
Date |
1970-1974 |
Material(s) |
Wood; aluminum |
Dimensions |
H-3.5 W-4 D-0.75 inches |
Description |
This is a finished wooden base with cove molding routed on sides plaque with aluminum panel glued to top with views of earth and legend printed in black. It is signed in facsimile by Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins, Edwin Aldrin, and Richard Nixon. The plaque has two image of the world, each showing a different portion, the plaque states; ""HERE MEN FROM THE PLANET EARTH/ FIRST SET FOOT UPON THE MOON/ JULY 1969 A.D./ WE CAME IN PEACE FOR ALL MANKIND". |
Notes |
A reproduction of the plate left on the moon by American astronauts in 1969 following the first successful manned landing on the moon. |
Collection |
Captain E. Goin Collection |
People |
Armstrong, Neil Collins, Michael Aldrin, Buzz Nixon, Richard M., 1913-1994 |
Subjects |
Space travel Astronauts |
Search Terms |
Space exploration Space Shuttle |
Physical Holder |
Kentucky Historical Society - KHS |