Peekskill meteorite, Space rock fragment in Peekskill, New York, US
The Peekskill meteorite is a space rock that fell to Earth in this small town in New York. It is now displayed in museums including the American Museum of Natural History, where visitors can see this piece of the cosmos up close.
This piece fell from the sky on October 9, 1992, and was captured on film by many cameras during its descent. The event was remarkable because so many people recorded it simultaneously as it crossed several states.
The meteorite and the red Chevrolet Malibu it struck have been displayed at numerous museums, including the American Museum of Natural History.
The meteorite is on display in various museums and is accessible to visitors, particularly at the American Museum of Natural History. Check ahead of time about museum hours and locations to ensure you can see the display during your visit.
The meteorite punched through the windshield of a parked red 1980 Chevrolet Malibu in someone's driveway. The car was later sold and became part of a museum collection, making this one of the only cases where a meteorite strike damaged a vehicle.
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