Celebrating 100 Years of Innovation

Join us in honoring Dr. Robert and Esther Goddard's legendary first liquid-fueled rocket launch on March 16th, 1926. We will be celebrating where it happened, in Auburn, Massachusetts for the 100 year anniversary from March 13th-16th, 2026. Join our newsletter to be informed of events and activities leading up to and during the celebration.

We are a 501 (c) (3) not for profit charitable organization as The Wellstorm, Inc. is our fiscal sponsor. - All funds collected will be used for the Goddard centennial celebrations in Auburn with additional funds given to the town of Auburn MA.

Dr. Robert & Esther Goddard, The father of modern rocketry. A legacy of Inspiration

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Explore the timeline of Robert Goddard's achievements and general fun facts:

Donation Levels

We appreciate all donations but want to give a special thanks to any businesses or individuals who donate at an exceptional level

Cosmic Champion: $10,000

  • Business name listed on our donor banner

  • Business name listed in the event program

  • Receive recognition on stage during the event with a 5 minute slot allocated for your remarks

  • The opportunity to meet our special guests

  • Name & Logo visibility on event website and social media

  • Receive a commemorative plaque to be displayed at your business

Galaxy Giver: $5,000
A large rocket standing upright against a clear blue sky. The rocket is painted white with black and red accents, and the word 'USA' is prominently displayed along with a U.S. flag. Sunlight creates a lens flare across the image.
A large rocket standing upright against a clear blue sky. The rocket is painted white with black and red accents, and the word 'USA' is prominently displayed along with a U.S. flag. Sunlight creates a lens flare across the image.
A white rocket with black markings is pointing towards the sky, framed against a backdrop of scattered clouds. In the foreground, there are large blue metallic structures, possibly part of a launch pad or support system.
A white rocket with black markings is pointing towards the sky, framed against a backdrop of scattered clouds. In the foreground, there are large blue metallic structures, possibly part of a launch pad or support system.
Planetary Partner: $1,000
Star Supporter: $500
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  • Business name listed on our donor banner

  • Business name listed in the event program

  • Name & Logo visibility on event website and social media

  • Business name listed on our donor banner

  • Business name listed in the event program

  • Name & Logo visibility on event website and social media

  • Receive a commemorative certificate to be displayed at your business

  • Business name listed in the event program

  • Name & Logo visibility on event website and social media

Small Business Partnership: $250
Citizen Rocketeer: All Donors

  • Business name listed in the event program

  • Name & Logo visibility on event website and social media

  • Name visibility on event website and social media

About the friends of Dr. Robert H. & Esther Goddard Centennial Celebration...

Our goals are to spread the word of all the great work that was done in the advancement of the rocketry field, while educating the community. Celebrate the town of Auburn and all the amazing business within. We also plan to have a wonderful celebration for the 100th anniversary.

Our hope is that all the events our committee offers are free to the public. To do this, we will offer fundraising options such as 'local business sponsored fundraising dinners', 'swag', 'donations placards', possible 'VIP meet-and-greets' and possible 'engraved bricks' honoring all the great people and businesses who aid in making this event amazing for the entire town and anyone who wants to visit.

How can I help? More info to come...

  • Volunteer

  • Donate

  • Get the word out

  • Buy some Swag

We are a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit organization - All funds collected will be used for the Goddard centennial celebrations in Auburn.

We are a group of space loving Auburnites who want to draw awareness to the legacy of Dr. Robert H. Goddard & Esther Goddard. We are planning to have celebrations on March 14th & 16th, 2026 in honor of the amazing work they did including the first liquid-fueled launch right here in Auburn, MA 100 years ago. The 214 patterns, documenting many of the challenges and successes in the field of rocketry. He proved that rocket thrust would work in space. This seems obvious to us now, but in his time people believed that without something like the atmosphere to push against, rockets would not be able to fly in space.

Esther Goddard was also instrumental in documenting, filming, and carrying on his legacy. More to come about the amazing work she did.

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A panoramic view of a rocket garden displaying several space rockets, set in an outdoor museum environment. Tall, white rockets are stationed upright among palm trees and walkways, with a clear sky overhead. Visitors can be seen walking around, and the composition gives a sense of grandeur and human achievement in space exploration.
A panoramic view of a rocket garden displaying several space rockets, set in an outdoor museum environment. Tall, white rockets are stationed upright among palm trees and walkways, with a clear sky overhead. Visitors can be seen walking around, and the composition gives a sense of grandeur and human achievement in space exploration.

Please reach out to us to share your suggestions. We truly value your input about the 100th anniversary celebration of Dr. Robert & Esther Goddard in Auburn, Massachusetts. on March 13th-16th, 2026

Join us for a historic centennial event.

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Please add a note with all donations that the donation should be applied to the Goddard Centennial Celebration. We thank you in helping make this an amazing event in Auburn, MA. on March 14th & 16th, 2026