Ashes to Space offers families a unique way to honor a loved one by sending a symbolic portion of their cremated remains into Earth orbit.
Designed for those who felt a connection to space, exploration, aviation, science, travel, or the night sky, this memorial option provides a meaningful alternative to traditional scattering or keepsake memorials. Families interested in seeing more about the experience can watch The Journey of a Lifetime | Launch to Remember with Space Beyond.
Approximately 1 gram of cremated remains is prepared and securely integrated into the Remembrance spacecraft. The spacecraft is then launched into a sun-synchronous Earth orbit, where it is designed to circle the globe for years. Families can follow the mission through flight tracking and mission updates.
Only a small symbolic portion of the cremated remains is used, allowing families to keep the remainder at home or memorialize them in another way that feels meaningful.
What’s Included
The Ashtronaut Program includes:
Celestial Tribute Collection Kit with materials for preparing the symbolic portion of cremated remains
Loved one’s name included in flight records
Digital certificate of inclusion
Opportunity to create an Ashtronaut Tribute page
Flight tracking and mission updates throughout the orbital journey
Mission insurance in the event the launch does not successfully reach orbit
Optional Spacecraft Engraving
For an additional $50, families can have their loved one’s name permanently engraved on the exterior of the Remembrance spacecraft.
Timing and Flexibility
Families may reserve a place on the mission before they are ready to send the cremated remains. This allows time to make the decision and prepare the remains when it feels appropriate.
Purchases are fully refundable prior to sending the cremated remains.
Starting at $249