The four astronauts are taking part in a test flight.
The crew of Artemis II will travel further from Earth than any other humans have before.
The 10-day mission launched from NASA's Space Center in Florida yesterday evening.
The four astronauts are taking part in a test flight which will pave the way for humans to return to the Moon.
Seanie Morris from the Midlands Astronomy Club says once the team lands they will carry out experiments:
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