Air and Space Museum director to share vision for its future, Oct. 22

Ellen R. Stofan, former chief scientist at NASA and the first female director of the National Air and Space Museum, will share her vision for its future and describe its role helping lead the 50th anniversary commemoration of the Apollo Lunar Program at a National Press Club Headliners Luncheon on Monday, Oct. 22.

Stofan, who was named the John and Adrienne Mars director of the National Air and Space Museum this past April, brings more than 25 years of relevant experience to the position. She was chief scientist at NASA from 2013 to 2016, serving as the principal adviser to former Administrator Charles Bolden on NASA’s strategic planning and programs.

Lunch will be served in the Holeman Lounge at 12:30 p.m., with remarks beginning at 1 p.m., followed by a question-and-answer session ending at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $25 for Club members (members may purchase two tickets at this rate) and $39 for all other non-member tickets. They can be purchased here.