The Dream Tour

Bernard Harris

In its second year, The Dream Tour, presented by ExxonMobil, features Dr. Bernard Harris, the first African American to walk in space.  The Tour encourages middle school students to reach their potential by acquiring strong math and science skills. It also provides improved tools for teachers to deliver more engaging classroom activities. 

During 2009, The Dream Tour will visit Atlanta, Chicago, Detroit, Houston, Indianapolis, Minneapolis/St. Paul, Miami, Mobile, Oakland and Seattle and is expected to reach more than 12,000 students.

From humble beginnings in San Antonio to making history as the first African American to walk in space, Dr. Harris is a living example of achieving high aspirations.  His story provides a powerful backdrop to deliver his message to students across America.

“America’s students have incredible opportunities in careers that haven’t even been created yet.  The Dream Tour is one way to open their eyes to the limitless possibilities they have in their hands as long as math and science education is part of the equation,” said Dr. Harris.