Space Age Publishing Company and the International Lunar Observatory Association (ILOA) offer the chance to send your name for free and a 100-character message for US$50 to land on the lunar surface. Your posting will join the Astrolab FLIP mission (NET mid 2026) and the ILOA ILO-1 mission via the FLEX rover (2026–2027).
The ILO-X mission successfully landed a Space Calendar Lunar Prototype on the Moon in February 2024.
Names and messages are stored on a data module before each launch with a current edition of Space Calendar. Both missions, Astrolab FLIP rover and ILO-1, are headed for the Moon South Pole region. Your name / message will in effect touch the Moon and remain there forever or until Astronauts repurpose or recycle the hardware!
For no charge you can send your name, and for US$50 send a 100-character text message (including spaces). Additional text lengths (125, 275, 600, 1500, or 2500 characters) and formats such as images, logos, audio, video or physical engravings may be possible. Please contact Space Age Publishing Company if this is important to you.
- Digital Keepsake: Get a complimentary digital certificate with your message displayed.
- Exclusive Access: Receive first-look images from the ILO-1 mission’s advanced imaging of stars and lunar vistas.
- Insider Information: Via email, you will receive periodic updates with the latest news about the lunar missions connected to the Moon Message campaign.
- Low Rates: Secure the $50 rate before it increases.
- Website Feature: If you choose, your message will be shared on Space Age Publishing’s website for friends, family and colleagues to see.
5. What missions will carry my message?
- Astrolab FLIP Mission (NET mid-2026): Launches on Astrobotic Griffin One mission to land near the Moon South Pole (Nobile region).
- ILOA ILO-1 Mission (NET 2027): Delivered by the Astrolab FLEX rover, this observatory will capture images and transmit data, including your message, back to Earth.
- There may be additional missions that include your name / message!
6. Can I send more than just text?
Space Age may offer options for images, logos, audio, video, and physical engravings, with pricing to be announced. These formats allow you to boost your brand, amplify your message, or honor loved ones on the lunar frontier.
7. Are there opportunities for businesses, nonprofits and schools?
Yes, Space Age is developing commercial enterprise packages, and nonprofit rates and discounts for schools/academia. Corporate sponsorships for repeated transmissions and custom exchanges are also available. Contact Space Age to propose ideas or partnerships.
8. How can I amplify my message with Space Age?
- Repeated Transmissions: After the ILO-1 mission, send messages weekly or monthly for personal (e.g., “Happy Birthday”) or professional events (e.g., “Join Our Annual Event”).
- Space Calendar Features: Include event logos, promotional images, or 200-400 word articles in the Space Calendar, or send a custom document with images to/from the Moon.
- Advertising: Promote events with quarter, half, or full-page ads in the Space Calendar or as standalone documents.
- Branding Opportunities: Boost your brand or honor loved ones by inscribing your legacy on the lunar surface.
9. Why should I act now?
Submitting soon ensures your message joins the Astrolab FLIP mission NET mid-2026. Early participation secures the lowest, US$50 rate, includes your message in the ILO-1 mission NET 2027, and grants access to exclusive ILO-1 images and future discounts. Your words will shape lunar history!
10. How do I reserve my spot or get more information?