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Five new galleries set to open at National Air and Space Museum

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The Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum is unveiling five new exhibits next week. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson got a look inside.

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  • The National Air and Space Museum is reopening five newly renovated galleries.
  • The renovations are part of a multi-year project ahead of the museum's 50th anniversary. 25s
  • Artifacts on display include Charles Lindbergh's Spirit of St. Louis and John Glenn's Mercury Friendship 7 capsule. 34s
  • The museum highlights the ingenuity, curiosity, and courage of those involved in aviation and space exploration. 44s
  • Thousands of people contributed to the achievements represented by the museum's artifacts. 1m 43s
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