For those who can’t afford to beam their cremated ashes into space like the recently departed James Doohan (Scotty), a Star Trek experience may still await you.  Come October, over a thousand authentic pieces from the show will be up for auction in New York.  Memorable items include the Enterprise bridge, a pistol collection from Deep Space Nine and costumes worn by several of the characters.  If you’d rather sleep with the enemy, you can also purchase goods from the Klingon camp.  The auction—taking place Oct. 5-7th—will help celebrate the 40th anniversary of the original series.

If meeting the actors from Star Trek is more your cup of tea, schedule a trip to Seattle this fall.  The Science Fiction Museum will be hosting a Star Trek Gala Celebration and Conference from Sept. 8-10.  Actors confirmed for the appearance include George Takei, Jonathan Frakes and Nichelle Nichols.