Hadfield says Artemis II's impact may take decades, fueled by inspiration and lunar music

Space veteran Chris Hadfield argues Artemis II’s real impact will unfold over decades, driven by its ability to inspire people and shape future lunar settlement. He praises the mission’s unprecedented live connectivity and public engagement, notes technical challenges like moon dust and potential water in shadowed craters, and emphasizes the importance of culture—highlighting the ISS guitar and music’s role in mental health and morale—as a catalyst for continued interest in space exploration and a push toward a sustained human presence on the Moon.