Events

*Special events are open to the general public as well as available for group visits. Unless otherwise noted, these activities are included with museum admission.

Introduction to Aviation

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This intensive study of aerodynamics, navigation, instrumentation and the basics of flight is designed for ages 10–17. Introduction to Aviation meets all the requirements for the Boy Scout aviation merit badge.

Outta Sight Flight

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Meet women in aviation including one of history’s most famous female aviators, Amelia Earhart. Design, build and test-fly paper airplanes, kites and gliders. Tour the museum’s amazing aircraft collection and flight memorabilia. This 3-hour program meets the requirements for the Junior Girl Scout aerospace activity badge.

Li'l Flyers Storytime

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Introduce your young children to wonders in the air. In this 60-minute activity, kids age 3 to 6 listen to a story read by museum staff and then decorate a paper airplane to fly and take home.

First Flight Celebration

December 2006
Commemorate the efforts of the Wright brothers with special events and hands-on activities.

Celebrate Black History Month! Tuskegee Airmen Stories

February 2007
Meet members of this inspirational group of men and hear exciting stories about their history-making service to our country during World War II.

Wings ‘n’ Rails

March 2007
Model trains, layouts and hands-on workshops for kids and adults.

Air Fair

June 2007
This family-oriented event includes hands-on activities, remote-controlled aircraft displays, static aircraft displays and much more.