July 10
Gene Shoemaker and Flagstaff in History
Rich Kozak, Retired Geologist and Amateur Historian
6 p.m. Coconino Community College Lone Tree Campus
Flagstaff is known around the world as the ‘home of astrogeology’, and its name is forever
linked to mankind’s first explorations beyond Earth. Yet even even most Flagstaff residents are
only dimly aware of this fascinating history, or how Eugene Shoemaker fought the scientific
and bureaucratic establishments to create a new science that made Flagstaff a “magic
name” (in the words of Arthur C. Clarke).

Retired geologist from the USGS and historian, Rich Kozak, discusses how this “legendary”
scientist, who came be the thirteenth man on the Moon, spread Flagstaff’s legacy all over the
solar system, and whose vision may ultimately protect Earth.

The Lunar Lecture Series will provide a year-and-a-half of insights into the historical impact of the Apollo missions, Flagstaff’s role in supporting the pioneering endeavors from mapping the moon to providing simulated moonscapes for astronaut training, preservation of historical artifacts, and the continued world-class research occurring in Flagstaff and Arizona surrounding lunar and space exploration.