What We Do

Since our founding in 2001, the Federation of Galaxy Explorers has delivered hands-on learning of earth and space science education, engineering, and rocketry to over 300,000 students and families across the nation. We partner with schools, corporations, and STEM festivals to ensure STEM education is accessible to all students in K-12 education. And we continue to grow our programming and expand ways to make a bigger impact. Are you ready to become a Galaxy Explorer?

Battle of the Rockets

The Battle of the Rockets 2025 registration is open! Teams must register by October. Designed to provide progressively challenging tasks as competitors’ skill levels grow, this event is perfect for aspiring engineers and rocket enthusiasts. Sponsorships opportunity available.

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Mission Teams

Mission Teams are after-school enrichment programs aligned with National Science Education Standards and foster real-world learning experiences. Mission Teams meet at least once a month, ensuring consistent and impactful educational opportunities.

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Explore the Cosmos when you start a Mission Team!

Join us for Moon Base, Mars Base, or Robotic Camps!

Summer Camps

Looking for an out of this world summer experience for your child? At our summer space education camps, 3rd-6th graders design & build bases, design rockets, and program robots. bases, design rockets, play with robots! 7th-11th graders build, program, and test robots they take home.

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Did you receive a telescope kit during our New York Solar Eclipse party? Download directions to assemble it today! Rememeber, never point your telescope up at the sun! Always wear special eye protection when looking at the sun.

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Meet Our Alumni

Meet Our Alumni

Meet Our Alumni

FEDERATION of

GALAXY EXPLORERS

IGNITE PASSION IN THE NEXT GENERATION TO

BUILD THE FOUNDATION OF A SPACEFARING CIVILIZATION

What We Do

Battle of the Rockets

Mission Teams

Summer Camps