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International teams of astronauts will explore the scientific mysteries of deep space with Gateway, humanity’s first space station around the Moon.

Future Mission

lunar space station

A Deep Space Home

Humanity's next science platform

A New Era in Science

NEXT-GEN TECHNOLOGY

Lunar Powerhouse

Gateway is central to the NASA-led Artemis missions to return to the Moon for scientific discovery and chart a path for the first human missions to Mars and beyond. The small space station will be a multi-purpose outpost supporting lunar surface missions, science in lunar orbit, and human exploration further into the cosmos. NASA is working with commercial and international partners to build humanity's Gateway.

Mission Type

Lunar space station

International Partners

CSA, ESA, JAXA, and MBRSC

Launch

No earlier than 2025

polar ORBIT

Near-rectilinear halo orbit

A Home for Astronauts around the Moon

The primary structure of the Gateway space station’s HALO (Habitation and Logistics Outpost) module is one step closer to launch following welding completion in Turin, Italy. HALO is one of the Gateway modules where astronauts will live, conduct science, and prepare for lunar surface missions.

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A large circular structure stands in a facility. The camera looks straight through the structure. At this angle, the interior looks like concentric circles.
NASA is partnering with Northrop Grumman and subcontractor Thales Alenia Space to develop HALO.
Northrop Grumman/Thales Alenia Space

Artemis IV: Building the First Lunar Space Station

Following the Artemis III mission that will land the first people near the Moon’s South Pole, astronauts on Artemis IV will live and work in humanity’s first lunar space station, Gateway, which will enable new opportunities for science and preparation for human missions to Mars.

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Gateway, NASA's lunar space station, with large solar panels orbits the Moon against the backdrop of space, with the sun peering from behind. In this rendering, Gateway hosts the Orion spacecraft and SpaceX's deep space logistics spacecraft in a polar orbit around the Moon, supporting scientific discovery on the lunar surface during the Artemis IV mission.
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Gateway: Up Close in Stunning Detail

Witness Gateway in stunning detail with this video that brings the future of lunar exploration to life.

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A detailed 3D animation of the Gateway space station, showcasing its modules and structural components from various angles against the backdrop of deep space.
NASA/Alberto Bertolin, Bradley Reynolds

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Frequently Asked Questions

How big will Gateway be? How will it be assembled? What will astronauts do there? Got questions? We’ve got answers.

From its purpose and design to its role in future space exploration, discover everything you need to know about Gateway, humanity’s first space station in lunar orbit.

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An artist's rendering of Gateway's Habitation and Logistics Outpost (HALO) module.
Artist’s concept shows a close-up of Gateway’s Habitation and Logistics Outpost (HALO) module. Provided by Northrop Grumman, HALO is one of the space station’s habitation elements where astronauts will live, conduct science, and prepare for lunar surface missions.
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