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8 Stellar Stops for Space Enthusiasts in Ohio
Ohio’s rich legacy in air and space exploration beckons adventurers and dreamers alike. From historic sites that honor legendary astronauts to cutting-edge centers of innovation, here’s a guide to 10 must-visit destinations for space enthusiasts, complete with essential details to plan your visit.
National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, Dayton
Begin your exploration at the world’s largest military aviation museum, which also delves into the vast reaches of space exploration. The Space Gallery is a highlight, featuring exhibits like the space shuttle, Mercury and Gemini capsules, and the Apollo 15 Command Module.
Address: 1100 Spaatz St, Dayton, OH 45431
Website: National Museum of the U.S. Air Force
Armstrong Air & Space Museum, Wapakoneta
This museum in Neil Armstrong’s hometown offers an intimate glimpse into the life of the first man on the Moon, showcasing artifacts from his space missions and personal life.
Address: 500 Apollo Dr, Wapakoneta, OH 45895
Website: Armstrong Air & Space Museum
John Glenn Astronomy Park, Logan
Named after the first American to orbit Earth, this park offers awe-inspiring views of the night sky through its open-air observatory and powerful telescopes. They’ve got regular programming and you couldn’t ask for a more scenic destination for a weekend under the stars.
Address: 20531 OH-664, Logan, OH 43138
Website: John Glenn Astronomy Park
Glenn Research Center, Cleveland
This NASA facility is a hub for aerospace research and development. NASA Glenn’s public tours are free and open to the public and they typically run on select Saturdays from April to November. You’ll need to register in advance, but once there, you’ll be able to walk-through one of Glenn’s unique facilities used to support Artemis and next generation aircraft, and hear directly from NASA researchers and engineers working in the facility.
Address: 21000 Brookpark Rd, Cleveland, OH 44135
Website: NASA Glenn Research
Observatory Park and Nassau Astronomical Station,
This 1,100-acre park encourages visitors to explore nature from the ground to the galaxies. There are plenty of hiking trails, which means you can find the perfect spot for a little stargazing at this incredible dark-sky spot. Near the park, visitors will find the Nassau Astronomical Station, where they can see the 36” Warner & Swasey telescope, which is one of the largest public viewing scopes in the state of Ohio.
Address: 1100 Spaatz St, Dayton, OH 45431
Website: Observatory Park
Great Lakes Science Center, Cleveland
This museum makes science engaging with its NASA Glenn Visitor Center, featuring space-themed exhibits and activities. From the Apollo Command Module to exhibits that showcase exactly how astronauts live aboard the International Space Station, the Great Lakes Science Center is a must-visit for anyone that considers themselves a space enthusiast.
Address: 601 Erieside Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114
Website: Great Lakes Science Center
COSI, Columbus
COSI’s “Space” exhibit and planetarium shows offer an educational and entertaining look at the universe and space travel. You can enjoy a larger-than-life experience when you take your seat in the planetarium.
Address: 333 W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215
Website: COSI
Perkins Observatory, Delaware
Perkins Observatory is an educational and research center offering public programs that bring the wonders of the universe closer to home. It’s located just north of Columbus at Ohio Weslyan University in Delaware and the observatory hosts public events at least once per week.
Address: 3199 Columbus Pike, Delaware, OH 43015
Website: Perkins Observatory
Each destination offers a unique perspective on the past, present, and future of space exploration, grounded in Ohio’s rich history as a leader in aviation and space. Whether you’re touching a moon rock, peering through a powerful telescope, or standing in awe of the spacecraft that carried humans to new frontiers, these sites promise an unforgettable journey through the cosmos.
Cleveland, OH
Wanted sex offender arrested at the same Cleveland home where missing Tennessee mother found dead
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – U.S. Marshals say a wanted sex offender was arrested early Friday morning at the same home where a missing Tennessee mother was found dead on July 3.
Matthew Hensley, 43, was wanted by the Cuyahoga County Sheriff’s Department for failing to register his address after a conviction of unlawful sexual conduct with a minor.
“Today along with Cleveland Police SWAT, Deputy Sheriffs from Cuyahoga County and my Deputy Marshals, we hit that house and we found Hensley in that house hiding in a bench area and a wall and a secret compartment that he had constructed,” said U.S. Marshal Pete Elliott
According to the U.S. Marshals, he had additional charges of unlawful sexual conduct with a minor from an indictment in 2022.
Law enforcement has been searching for Hensley for over two months, according to a release.
Hensley was featured on Cuyahoga’s Most Wanted on Thursday.
The task force said it received numerous tips about Hensley’s whereabouts all across the Cleveland area.
He was found hiding in a cabinet at a home located at 3490 Bosworth Road and taken into custody without incident.
On July 3, Amber Graham, 37, of Spring Hill, Tennessee, was found dead outside at the same address.
Police and fire personnel discovered her body covered in a sheet.
In the Cleveland police report connected to Graham’s death, Hensley is listed as a involved person.
Child found alone at fire station
Graham’s friend told 19 News she had brought her 8-year-old daughter with her on a trip to meet a man she had been communicating with through an online video game.
On July 1, the child walked into a Cleveland fire station alone.
Officials would not confirm the child’s relation to Graham but confirmed an 8-year-old did arrive at the fire station last week.
“They assessed her for any medical issues that she would have. She appeared uninjured, but she had a phone number in her pocket for her grandmother in Tennessee. It’s my understanding. But in that situation, we called police. They called Child Protective Services,” said Lt. Mike Norman of the Cleveland Fire Department.
A friend of the victim’s said the child was Graham’s.
Friends raise alarm
Joshua LaCroix, a friend of Graham’s who lives in Franklin, Tennessee, said Graham had told him and his wife she was planning the trip to Cleveland to meet a man she had connected with through a video game.
During the trip, Graham called LaCroix, saying he heard a man in the background who was angry with her.
“That was the last conversation that me and my wife had with her,” LaCroix said.
When Graham stopped responding, friends and family grew concerned.
“She never misses a shift. No one can reach her. Last thing we know, she was in Cleveland. So like, something’s not right. She’s supposed to be here at work and she’s not,” LaCroix said.
Graham’s family reported her missing to authorities on July 2.
Facebook group helps locate home
LaCroix said he reached out to a Cleveland Facebook page for help tracking down Graham. Members of the group identified a home they believed she may have visited.
“The police were able to get to the house and, you know, discover what they discovered,” LaCroix said.
LaCroix described Graham as someone who cared for others.
“She’s just a genuine person. And she’s a good person. She’s the kind of person who will care for you without much reason to do so,” he said.
Investigation ongoing
The Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner is investigating Graham’s cause of death. No arrests or charges have been made.
Cleveland police said they are awaiting the medical examiner’s ruling before potentially opening a criminal investigation.
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CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) -This week’s Cuyahoga’s Most Wanted features a Cleveland man on the run for failing to maintain his sex offender registry.
According to Crime Stoppers of Cuyahoga County, Matthew Hensley was convicted of unlawful sexual conduct with a minor in a 2002 case.
It’s reported his victim was under the age of 16-years-old.
He has failed to register, and failed to notify the sheriff’s department of his change of address.
He is now facing the following charges:
• Unlawful sexual conduct with a minor
• Failure to provide notice of change of address
Hensley is 5’8” and 159 lbs. and has a tattoo of Jesus on his neck as well as a tribal dragon on his left arm and praying hands with roses on his right arm.
He was last known to be staying in the 1200 block of W. 65th Street in Cleveland.
If anyone knows where Hensley is, call Crime Stoppers of Cuyahoga County.
All calls to 216-252-7463 can remain completely anonymous and could be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000.
Copyright 2026 WOIO. All rights reserved.
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