Not really…but if you like old planes, new planes, flying, staying on the ground and doing cool stuff, get to the Udvar-Hazy Center on June 18. Continue reading “Become a Pilot” without all that tedious flight school
An icon of American space flight makes its final voyage. Continue reading Space Shuttle Discovery lands at the Smithsonian
This year’s series of events focuses on the contributions that diverse communities have made to aviation and space exploration. Continue reading “Heritage Family Day” series at Air and Space
Many moons ago, Mars may have endured a colossal cosmic collision. Continue reading SI scientist sheds light on Martian moons
The updated “Barron Hilton Pioneers of Flight Gallery” features new research, more artifacts and a range of special activities. Continue reading “Pioneers of Flight” at the Air and Space Museum
“I’ve seen things you people wouldn’t believe. Attack ships on fire off the shoulder of Orion. I watched C-beams glitter in the dark near the Tannhauser gate. All those moments will be lost in time, like tears in rain…” Blade Runner, 1982. Continue reading “Beyond: Visions of Our Solar System”
On July 16, 1969, Apollo 11 launched from Cape Canaveral on its historic mission to land on the moon. Forty years later, visitors to the Air and Space Museum have a unique opportunity of seeing the moon through the eyes of the only artist who has walked on its surface. Continue reading “Painting Apollo, First Artist on Another World”
The Air and Space Museum received a two-year grant of $384,000 from the PNC Foundation to improve science education for pre-kindergarten students in District of Columbia public schools. The Grow Up Great with Science grant was announced at an educational activity day for D.C. public-school students at the museum’s Mall location on April 21. The… Continue reading Growing up Great with Science
The Smithsonian's 12th collaboration with USA Today honors American veterans. Continue reading America’s Veterans: Honor, Service, and Sacrifice
Secretary Bunch announces a generous gift from Lily Endowment to fund the Smithsonian's celebration of the United States' 250th anniversary in 2026. Continue reading A new $40 million grant will fund America’s 250th programming and events
After three decades answering visitors' questions, is there anything she doesn't know about the Smithsonian? Continue reading Bridget Balog celebrates 30 years with the Smithsonian
Meet the newest member of the OVS staff: An enthusiastic historian and writer with a touch of Army discipline. Continue reading Introducing Troy Huber
The Office of Visitor Services is excited to announce that we are recruiting for a new season of volunteer Smithsonian Ambassadors! Continue reading Ambassadors needed to meet visitors where they are
