HAM – The First Ape Launched into Space

Who is Ham?

Before Armstrong, before Aldrin, there was Ham. A three-year-old pioneer who made history on January 31, 1961, when he blasted off aboard Mercury-Redstone 2 to become the first great ape in space.

Strapped into a capsule and hurtling at 5,000 mph, Ham didn't just survive—he performed. He proved that high-stakes tasks were possible in zero-G, even when his cabin partially lost pressure mid-flight.

His mission was the ultimate proof of concept, clearing the path for Alan Shepard and the future of human space exploration. Ham retired a global hero, leaving an untouchable legacy in the stars.

Ham, 1961

The First Astrochimp

Ham's Mission

1959 – The Chosen One

Selected from Cameroon for his intelligence and calm under pressure, Ham was brought to Holloman Air Force Base to begin the most rigorous training program on Earth.

1960 – Mastering the Controls

Ham was trained to operate complex levers in response to light signals, proving he could function under extreme G-forces and simulated space conditions.

January 31, 1961 – Ignition

Ham blasted off from Cape Canaveral, reaching 157 miles above Earth. He experienced 6.6 minutes of total weightlessness during his historic 16-minute flight.

1961 – The Hero Returns

Ham splashed down in the Atlantic, suffering only a bruised nose. He returned an international legend and the undisputed face of the Space Race.

Ham's Legacy

Ham wasn't just a test subject—he was a veteran. At an age where most chimpanzees are still nursing, he faced G-forces and isolation that would break most men. He performed flawlessly, showing a brand of courage that paved the way for every astronaut who followed.

He didn't just survive the mission; he conquered it. Ham spent his later years as a global icon, living at the National Zoo before retiring to the North Carolina Zoo. He passed away in 1983, a pioneer forever etched into the stars.

"They have bravely served their country. They are heroes and veterans." — Dr. Carole Noon, Save the Chimps

Ham's mission continues. Save the Chimps provides permanent sanctuary for the survivors and descendants of the space program. Honor the pioneer.

Learn More at Save the Chimps

HOW TO BUY $HAM.

Wallet. ETH. Swap.
Welcome aboard, astronaut.

Buy $HAM Now

Step 1 ↗

Create a Wallet

Download MetaMask or your preferred wallet. Set it up and secure your seed phrase.

Step 2 ↗

Get Some ETH

Buy Ethereum from an exchange like Coinbase or Binance, then send it to your wallet.

Step 3 ↗

Go to Uniswap

Head to app.uniswap.org, connect your wallet, and paste the $HAM contract address.

Step 4 ↗

Swap for $HAM

Set your slippage, enter the amount of ETH to swap, confirm — and welcome to the crew.

Tokenomics

After the flight, 1961

1,000,000,000 Total Supply

0% / 0% Buy / Sell Tax

Burnt Liquidity Pool

Renounced Contract Ownership

Supply Distribution

100% Community

Community-owned. Zero taxes. 100% transparency.

Contract Address

0x36d701F1E67263b2678EEBdFEfc0D2ACc668BB54

Frequently
Asked
Questions

Everything you need to know about $HAM and how to get started.

$HAM is a digital collectible on Ethereum inspired by Ham the Astrochimp — the first great ape launched into space in 1961. It is a 100% Community Takeover (CTO) project.

Liquidity is burnt, the contract is renounced, and there are zero taxes. $HAM is as safe as it gets in the meme space. Always DYOR before buying.

Create a MetaMask wallet, load it with ETH, go to Uniswap, the $HAM contract address will be pre-filled (or you can paste it manually), and swap. Check the How to Buy section above for step-by-step instructions.

$HAM is built on Ethereum (ERC-20). You'll need ETH in your wallet to buy and pay for gas fees.

You can view the live chart on Dexscreener right on this page, or visit dexscreener.com directly to track price action, volume, and liquidity.

$HAM is a community-driven project with no formal team or central authority. It is a tribute to Ham's legacy, built and maintained by the community for entertainment purposes.

Join the crew on X (Twitter) and Telegram! We are a group of space enthusiasts and collectors honoring the original astrochimp. You can find all official links in the navigation and footer.

After his historic 1961 flight, Ham lived a long life. He spent 17 years at the National Zoo in D.C. before retiring to the North Carolina Zoo. He was a beloved hero until he passed away at age 26 in 1983.