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Hubble Astronaut Fun Facts

Astronaut in a white space suit tethered to the Hubble Space Telescope floating in space.

Meet the Hubble Astronauts

All Hubble Astronauts
John Grunsfeld - Astronaut and Former Associate Administrator for the Science Mission Directorate

John Grunsfeld

Mission Specialist

Photo of astronaut Scott Altman in his orange spacesuit. American flag is behind him.

Scott Altman

Commander

Photo of astronaut Charles Bolden in his orange spacesuit. American flag is behind him.

Charles Bolden

Pilot

Official astronaut portrait of Kathryn Thornton.

Kathryn Thornton

Mission Specialist

Official astronaut portrait of Scott Kelly.

Scott Kelly

Pilot

Photo of astronaut Megan McArthur in her orange spacesuit. American flag is behind her.

Megan McArthur

Mission Specialist

Claude Nicollier

Mission Specialist

Hubble’s astronauts have inspired people all around the world. Beyond the spacesuits and space shuttles, these 32 astronauts have broken records and accomplished incredible feats. Play the trivia game below to learn some of the lesser-known facts about our astronauts and test your knowledge!

Each image will have a question about a specific Hubble astronaut or crew, along with multiple choice answers.

Hubble Astronaut Fun Facts

Click through the slides. Each image will have a question about a specific Hubble astronaut or crew, along with multiple choice answers. Take your best guess, then click the right arrow for the answer!

More Things Hubble

nearly spherical gathering of white stars at center top. Blue gas cloud extends from top left to center bottom

Hubble Science Highlights

Hubble’s most notable scientific discoveries reflect the broad range of research and the breakthroughs it has achieved.

Upper left: "Hubble Focus" opening of the telescope is the "O" Center: bright-white star, Center Bottom: Orange-red planet with cloud bands, Center: small, bright-white star and very small red-orange dwarf star

Hubble E-books

Investigate the mysteries of the universe with Hubble. Learn Hubble’s history. E-books dive deeper into Hubble discoveries and more.

Hubble Observatory - Diagram

Observatory Design

Hubble is the first space-based observatory specifically designed for servicing while in orbit. Learn more about its systems and design.

Hubble Timelines

Follow Hubble’s journey from an idea of a “Large Space Telescope” to its position as one of the most scientifically productive and beloved telescopes of all time. Also follow its timelines of discoveries and servicing missions.

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