The Story
From a child's imagination to lunar orbit.

"Earthrise"
Apollo 8 · December 24, 1968
1968
Earthrise
Apollo 8 astronauts capture the iconic photo of Earth rising over the lunar horizon — a moment that reshaped how humanity sees itself.
2025
A Child's Sketch
NASA opens a global call for the Artemis II Zero Gravity Indicator. Over 2,600 entries pour in from more than 50 countries.
2026
Rise is Born
Lucas Ye, an 8-year-old from Mountain View, California, wins. His hand-sewn plush moon — Rise — is chosen as the official mascot.
Now
To the Moon, Together
Rise flew around the Moon with the Artemis II crew and splashed down safely. Now Rise lives on-chain — a community-owned symbol of wonder.

