Earthrise
Coverage of Earthrise in the Nexus archive.
- Check your gravity with NASA's Artemis II zero-g indicator
NASA's Artemis II mission featured a zero-g indicator plush toy named Rise, designed by 9-year-old Lucas Ye, which is now available as a collectible. Sales benefit NASA's employee morale activities, and the toy commemorates the 'earthrise' phenomenon first observed by Apollo 8 in 1968.
- NASA releases picture of ‘Earthset’ shot by Artemis crew
NASA released a new 'Earthset' photo captured by the Artemis II crew during a historic lunar flyby, drawing comparisons to Apollo 8's iconic 'Earthrise' image. The photograph highlights humanity's ongoing exploration of space and planetary imagery from lunar missions.
- Artemis 2 moon astronauts will try to recreate Apollo 8's historic 'Earthrise' photo during April 6 flyby
Artemis 2 astronauts plan to recreate Apollo 8's iconic 'Earthrise' photo during an April 6 moon flyby. The Apollo 8 mission in 1968 famously broadcast Earth and moon views on December 24, marking a historic space event.