June 2020
Grissom Boyhood Home
GRISSOM BOYHOOD HOME TOURS Virgil I. "Gus" Grissom is a hero in Lawrence County. Gus, a Mitchell native and military veteran, was one of the first Americans to fly into space. He is one of three astronauts from Lawrence County. The house that he grew up in is still here - opening its doors for space lovers, historians and families to visit and enjoy. Volunteers open the home to visitors on Saturdays. Walk through the home and get a glimpse…
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