View gallery Image Credit: NASA via Getty Images NASA's Artemis II mission is making history as the agency's first crewed journey around the Moon in more than 50 years. After launching on April 1, 2026, the four-person crew has already completed a major milestone with a lunar flyby, offering rare views of the Moon and deep space from aboard the Orion spacecraft. As the mission continues, many are wondering how long the astronauts will remain in space, when they'll return to Earth and how to follow along with updates and new images. Here's what to know about Artemis II's timeline and coverage.