NASA

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is an agency of the United States government, responsible for the nation's public space program. Established on July 29, 1958, by the National Aeronautics and Space Act.

In addition to the space program, it is also responsible for long-term civilian and military aerospace research. Since February 2006 NASA's self-described mission statement is to "pioneer the future in space exploration, scientific discovery, and aeronautics research."

Appearances

 * Kermit the Frog visited NASA's Johnson Space Center in Texas as part of his 50th anniversary world tour. Kermit also appeared in NASA promotional material on the moon.


 * Several astronauts or NASA employees have appeared with or been referenced by Muppets:
 * Buzz Aldrin
 * Frank Caldeiro
 * Sally Ride