Virgil I. Gus Grissom Rocket Monument
A 44-foot, 28-ton limestone rocket monument dedicated to astronaut Virgil I. 'Gus' Grissom, located at his former elementary school site in Mitchell, Indiana.

📜 Monument dedicated in 1981 to astronaut Virgil I. 'Gus' Grissom, a Mercury Seven member and the second American in space.
🔍 Features a 44-foot, 28-ton limestone rocket and carved tablets detailing his life and space flights.Why Go🚀 Commemorates a Mercury Seven astronaut🚀 Impressive 44-foot rocket monument📖 Learn about Gus Grissom's life and space career📍 Located at his former elementary school site📍 Significant local memorialTips🅿️ Free parking available nearby.
💡 Viewable at any time.Hours🕒 Always accessible.

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