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Open House Saturday at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston

NASA says the event will help celebrate the agency's 60th anniversary and the 20th anniversary of the International Space Station

Fans of space flights can get a closer look at the real stuff during an open house this weekend at Johnson Space Center in Houston.

A NASA statement says the event Saturday will help celebrate the agency's 60th anniversary and the 20th anniversary of the International Space Station.

Officials say the public will be offered a free behind-the-scenes look at NASA accomplishments.

Visitors can check out moon rocks, Apollo-themed items and a Destination Station mobile exhibit.

Johnson Space Center is home to U.S. astronauts and Mission Control.

Saturday's open house will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with last entry for guests at 1:30 p.m.

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