On February 1, 2003, the world lost seven brave heroes; NASA lost seven family members and friends.

When space shuttle mission STS-107 ended in tragedy over the skies of the southwestern United States, the anguish of the loss was felt around the world, including here in Arizona. The people of Arizona came to the Challenger Space Center to remember the crew in their own ways. They left many items and tributes to the crew.

This exhibit houses several of the items that were left for the Columbia crew along with photos and inspirational quotations from the various NASA memorial services. All other items left at the Center were forwarded to NASA to give to the respective families.

We salute the Columbia Seven; seven stars who now make the heavens shine brighter.