Alan Bean Autographs
Alan Bean was an American astronaut and artist, born in Wheeler, Texas, on March 15, 1932. After receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Aeronautical Engineering from the University of Texas, he chose to join the Navy, where he became a test pilot. In 1963, Bean was selected as one of the third group of astronauts by NASA. He served as backup lunar module pilot for the Apollo 9 mission and as lunar module pilot for Apollo 12, making him the fourth human to walk on the surface of the moon.
Bean's space career was devoted to the exploration of the moon. During his historic Apollo 12 mission, Bean conducted several experiments that helped scientists better understand the moon's composition and geological history. Bean also became known for his creative side, using his artistic talents to document his experiences and create unique artwork. After retiring from NASA in 1981, Bean continued to paint and inspire others through his storytelling about his time as an astronaut.
Alan Bean's legacy extends beyond his groundbreaking work with NASA. He was an inspiration to many, not only for his achievements in space exploration but also for his exceptional talent as an artist. Bean passed away on May 26, 2018, leaving behind an incredible legacy of scientific discovery and artistic creation that continue to inspire people today. His contributions to the exploration of our universe serve as a reminder that anything is possible when we dare to dream big and work towards our goals with passion and dedication.
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Current items with a signature of Alan Bean
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Traded items with a signature of Alan Bean
The most expensive item with a signature of Alan Bean (Alan bean Apollo 13 Signed Poster with Astronauts and Movie Cast Autographs) was sold in March 2026 for $12,000.00 while the cheapest item (Alan Bean HAND SIGNED 8 x 10 NASA Apollo XII Photo Photograph) found a new owner for $2.79 in October 2015. The month with the most items sold (34) was October 2025 with an average selling price of $243.00 for an autographed item of Alan Bean. Sold items reached their highest average selling price in January 2012 with $1,688.00 and the month that saw the lowest prices with $17.89 was August 2016. In average, an autographed item from Alan Bean is worth $129.99.
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Latest News about Alan Bean
Former astronaut Alan Bean gives inspirational talk to school pupils (10/25/2013): Why register? Mississippi County Library System to feature Alan Bean paintings (06/12/2013): The Mississippi County Library System is proud to announce this year's summer reading program "Dig into Reading" will feature a special showing of artwork and memorabilia from Apollo 12 and Skylab 3 astronaut Alan Bean. Alan Bean : From Astronaut to Artist (04/04/2013): Alan Bean walked on the moon during Apollo 12. He turned to painting to chronicle his experiences. Paschal graduate Alan Bean remembers Armstrong's 'small step' (08/25/2012): Four months after watching "one giant leap for mankind" from Mission Control, the NASA astronaut was piloting his own mission to the moon. Media Alert: NASA Astronaut Alan Bean Delivers CA May Mainframe Madness Keynote (05/16/2011): ON24 Hosts Unique Virtual Event; Tens of Thousands of Online Visits Expected
Older News Stories about Alan Bean
Astronaut Alan Bean shares life lessons learned in space (02/2011): CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- More than 200 people filled the Walker Theater in the Clay Center on Saturday to hear former astronaut Capt. Alan Bean share his experiences and life lessons learned in space. Former NASA astronaut Alan Bean to speak at SFA (12/2010): Apollo 12 astronaut Alan Bean, the fourth man to walk on the moon and an award-winning artist, will be the featured guest at the 2011 installment of the Archie McDonald Speaker Series at Stephen F. Austin State University.
