Christa McAuliffe Honored with Historic Statue at New Hampshire Capitol

The first woman memorialized on the Statehouse grounds continues to inspire future generations.

McAuliffe, America's first teacher in space, is commemorated with an 8-foot bronze statue.
The statue, created by sculptor Benjamin Victor, stands atop a granite pedestal.
McAuliffe was chosen from 11,000 candidates for the Challenger mission, which ended in tragedy in 1986.
Her legacy includes numerous memorials, scholarships, and educational resources named in her honor.
Governor Chris Sununu emphasized the statue's role in inspiring students visiting the Statehouse.