The Wright Math

Don't miss this wonderful opportunity for your students to discover how the Wright brothers used mathematics to design and built the world's first successful airplane — the 1903 Wright Flyer.

First, explore the math and engineering processes the Wrights used to create and improve their 1900, 1901 and 1902 gliders. Exact, full-scale reproductions of these gliders and the 1903 Wright Flyer are on display at the museum. Next, tour the Aviation Museum's fascinating collection of vintage aircraft, flight memorabilia, exhibits and artifacts showcasing Virginia aviators. Finally, interact with Forces of Flight exhibits and operate a real wind tunnel.

The Wright Math is recommended for advanced middle and high school students and adults. It is correlated to the following Virginia Standards of Learning: Science – 4.1, 4.2, 6.6, PS.1, PS.10, PH.3, PH.5, PH.7; History – USII.5; WHII.8; VUS.8; Math – 5.3, 5.11, 5.13, 5.14, 6.8, 6.11, 6.13, 6.14, 7.22, 8.4, 8.6, 8.10, 8.15, 8.17, A.1, A.3, G.7, T.1

When?

Tuesdays–Fridays at 9:30 and 11 a.m.

Cost?

Group rate for up to 40 students: $6.00 each. One chaperon is required for every 10 children and is admitted free. Fee subject to change.

How Do I Schedule?

Reservations are required. Call (804) 864-1400, option 2, to reserve your Wright Math experience.