Space Shuttle Endeavour is getting ready for its final mission — a permanent spot in the spotlight. The historic orbiter, one of the last space shuttles ever built, is being prepared for public display. According to Ars Technica, the shuttle will open to visitors this November, letting people experience one of humanity's most iconic spacecraft up close. It marks the end of an era for NASA's shuttle program, and a chance for the public to appreciate the engineering marvel that once soared through space.

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