Sally’s Night Celebration

Friday, June 13
6:30PM - 9:30PM

christa mcauliffe centeR
Framingham state University

2025 marks the 42nd anniversary of Sally Ride’s historic STS-7 mission and becoming the first American woman in space. 

To honor her and this special anniversary, we are joining the initiative started by the National Air and Space Museum and executed by fellow Smithsonian Affiliates across the country to host an evening filled with FREE fun for learners of all ages!

Come celebrate and show us how you #ShineLikeSally!

ABOUT SALLY RIDE

Dr. Sally K. Ride lived her life with extraordinary energy, passion, curiosity, and joy. Whether in the classroom or on the tennis court, in the lab or on the launch pad—it was clear from the start that Sally would reach great heights. 

June 18, 2025 is the 42nd anniversary of one exciting episode of Sally’s extraordinary life—STS-7, the historic mission when she became the first American woman in space. Sally Ride was not the only woman to study and explore our universe. As we celebrate her legacy, we also celebrate the women and gender-expansive people who came before her and follow in her footsteps.

PARKING AND DIRECTIONS

Parking is available in the Salem End Parking Lot. Once parked, follow Framingham State University’s signs and the McAuliffe Center’s yard signs to the McAuliffe Center (map).