Meet Miss Baker—the famous squirrel monkey who made space history

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Miss Baker holding a rocket—a famous monkey that went to space
Meet Miss Baker, a squirrel monkey. (Sourced from Huntsville.org)

You’ve heard of Neil Armstrong and John Glenn, but did you know there’s a famous monkeynaut that changed space history?

If you’re a Huntsville newcomer like me, you may not be familiar with the story of Miss Baker—the famous squirrel monkey who successfully blasted off to space and spent most of her life at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center (USSRC).

Read the full story to learn more about Miss Baker’s story and find out where you can see a local show about her and enjoy a monkeynaut party.

Want to learn more about Miss Baker and beyond? Book your tour of the U.S. Space & Rocket Center today.

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