For most people, NASA exists in documentaries, history books, and rocket launches watched from afar. For those of us in Pasadena and Altadena, it's part of our community. It's our neighbor. This October, one of the world's most celebrated scientific institutions is opening its doors once again, giving the public a rare chance to step inside the place where some of humanity's greatest discoveries begin. Explore JPL returns on October 10–11, 2026, inviting visitors to experienc