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Apollo 15 Lunar Roving Vehicle (LRV)

Ask an Expert
Roving the Moon on Apollo 15
Presenter: Jennifer Levasseur
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
12:00 pm to 12:15 pm
Apollo to the Moon - Gallery 210
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <em>A Pilot's Journey</em> by George Norfleet

Book Signing
A Pilot's Journey
Author: George Norfleet
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





United States Air Force Band

Concert
U.S. Navy Band Sea Chanters
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
12:30 pm to 1:30 pm
America by Air - Gallery 102
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Story Time

Story Time
"Flights of Fancy" — Stories for Children
Hot Air, by Marjorie Priceman
Thursday, August 2, 2012
11:00 am
Barron Hilton Pioneers of Flight - Gallery 208
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





<i>German Boy</i> by Wolfgang W.E. Samuel

Book Signing
German Boy
Author: Col. Wolfgang Samuel
Thursday, August 2, 2012
12:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free, Parking $15





Story Time

Story Time
"Flights of Fancy" — Stories for Children
Hot Air, by Marjorie Priceman
Friday, August 3, 2012
11:00 am
Barron Hilton Pioneers of Flight - Gallery 208
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <em>A Pilot's Journey</em> by George Norfleet

Book Signing
A Pilot's Journey
Author: George Norfleet
Friday, August 3, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Mars Rover Curiosity during a Mobility Test

Show
Satisfy your Mars Curiosity
Preparing for the landing of the Mars Science Laboratory
Presenter: Dr. Ross Irwin
Friday, August 3, 2012
12:15 pm to 2:30 pm
Moving Beyond Earth - Gallery 113
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Story Time

Story Time
"Flights of Fancy" — Stories for Children
Hot Air, by Marjorie Priceman
Saturday, August 4, 2012
11:00 am
Barron Hilton Pioneers of Flight - Gallery 208
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <em>A Pilot's Journey</em> by George Norfleet

Book Signing
A Pilot's Journey
Author: George Norfleet
Saturday, August 4, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Prominence on the Sun - July 26, 2012

Telescopic Observing
Observe the Skies
Saturday, August 4, 2012
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Public Observatory
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Story Time

Story Time
"Flights of Fancy" — Stories for Children
Hot Air, by Marjorie Priceman
Saturday, August 4, 2012
1:30 pm
Barron Hilton Pioneers of Flight - Gallery 208
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Pitts Special aerobatic airplane in Museum Store

Book Signing
Fly Me to Mars
Author: Cathy Weitz
Sunday, August 5, 2012
12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover--Top Gun Days

Book Signing
Top Gun Days
Author: Dave Baranek
Sunday, August 5, 2012
12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Boeing Aviation Hangar
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Admission: Free, Parking $15





Book Cover: <i>I Always Wanted To Fly</i> by Col. Wolfgang Samuel

Book Signing
I Always Wanted To Fly
Author: Col. Wolfgang Samuel
Sunday, August 5, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Boeing Aviation Hangar
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Admission: Free, Parking $15





Book Cover: <em>A Pilot's Journey</em> by George Norfleet

Book Signing
A Pilot's Journey
Author: George Norfleet
Sunday, August 5, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Curiosity on Mars (artist's' conception)

Show
Mars Science Laboratory's First Day on Mars
Presenter: Dr. Ross Irwin
Monday, August 6, 2012
11:45 am
Moving Beyond Earth - Gallery 113
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <em>A Pilot's Journey</em> by George Norfleet

Book Signing
A Pilot's Journey
Author: George Norfleet
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <i>I Always Wanted To Fly</i> by Col. Wolfgang Samuel

Book Signing
I Always Wanted To Fly
Author: Col. Wolfgang Samuel
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Boeing Aviation Hangar
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Admission: Free, Parking $15





An illustration of the Vostok in flight

Ask an Expert
Vostok Multinationalism
Presenter: Cathleen Lewis
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
12:00 pm to 12:15 pm
Space Race - Gallery 114
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Prominence on the Sun - July 26, 2012

Telescopic Observing
Observe the Skies
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Public Observatory
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <em>A Pilot's Journey</em> by George Norfleet

Book Signing
A Pilot's Journey
Author: George Norfleet
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Story Time

Story Time
"Flights of Fancy" — Stories for Children
I Want to Be an Astronaut, by Byron Barton
Thursday, August 9, 2012
11:00 am
Moving Beyond Earth - Gallery 113
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Smokey Bear Aboard the International Space Station

Ask an Expert
Happy Birthday Smokey Bear
Presenter: Margaret Weitekamp
Thursday, August 9, 2012
12:00 pm
Moving Beyond Earth - Gallery 113
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Mars Pathfinder Rover: Sojourner

Ask an Expert
Pathfinder and NASA Strategy to "Follow the Water" on Mars
Presenter: Roger Launius
Thursday, August 9, 2012
12:30 pm to 12:45 pm
James S. McDonnell Space Hangar
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Admission: Free





<i>German Boy</i> by Wolfgang W.E. Samuel

Book Signing
German Boy
Author: Col. Wolfgang Samuel
Thursday, August 9, 2012
12:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free, Parking $15





Sun - July 28, 2012

Telescopic Observing
Observe the Skies
Thursday, August 9, 2012
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Public Observatory
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Story Time

Story Time
"Flights of Fancy" — Stories for Children
I Want to Be an Astronaut, by Byron Barton
Friday, August 10, 2012
11:00 am
Moving Beyond Earth - Gallery 113
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <em>A Pilot's Journey</em> by George Norfleet

Book Signing
A Pilot's Journey
Author: George Norfleet
Friday, August 10, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





A Solar Flare on July 12, 2012

Telescopic Observing
Observe the Skies
Friday, August 10, 2012
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Public Observatory
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Become a Pilot Day 2012: USCG MH-65D Dolphin

Super Science Saturdays
Helicopters
Saturday, August 11, 2012
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Throughout the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Admission: Free, Parking $15





Story Time

Story Time
"Flights of Fancy" — Stories for Children
I Want to Be an Astronaut, by Byron Barton
Saturday, August 11, 2012
11:00 am
Moving Beyond Earth - Gallery 113
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: Stealth Down

Book Signing
Stealth Down
Author: Ross Simpson
Saturday, August 11, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Boeing Aviation Hangar
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Admission: Free, Parking $15





Book Cover: <em>A Pilot's Journey</em> by George Norfleet

Book Signing
A Pilot's Journey
Author: George Norfleet
Saturday, August 11, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Sun - June 16, 2012

Telescopic Observing
Observe the Skies
Saturday, August 11, 2012
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Public Observatory
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Story Time

Story Time
"Flights of Fancy" — Stories for Children
I Want to Be an Astronaut, by Byron Barton
Saturday, August 11, 2012
1:30 pm
Moving Beyond Earth - Gallery 113
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <em>A Pilot's Journey</em> by George Norfleet

Book Signing
A Pilot's Journey
Author: George Norfleet
Sunday, August 12, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <i>I Always Wanted To Fly</i> by Col. Wolfgang Samuel

Book Signing
I Always Wanted To Fly
Author: Col. Wolfgang Samuel
Sunday, August 12, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Boeing Aviation Hangar
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Admission: Free, Parking $15





Book Cover: <i>I Always Wanted To Fly</i> by Col. Wolfgang Samuel

Book Signing
I Always Wanted To Fly
Author: Col. Wolfgang Samuel
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Boeing Aviation Hangar
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Admission: Free, Parking $15





Book Cover: <em>A Pilot's Journey</em> by George Norfleet

Book Signing
A Pilot's Journey
Author: George Norfleet
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Vostok 3KA (1:3 scale model)

Ask an Expert
Humans in Space 1962: Vostok vs. Mercury
Presenter: Michael Neufeld
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
12:00 pm to 12:15 pm
Space Race - Gallery 114
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <em>A Pilot's Journey</em> by George Norfleet

Book Signing
A Pilot's Journey
Author: George Norfleet
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





U.S. Air Force Band - "Airmen of Note"

Concert
US Air Force Airmen of Note
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Space Race - Gallery 114
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Sun - July 25, 2012

Telescopic Observing
Observe the Skies
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Public Observatory
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Story Time

Story Time
"Flights of Fancy" — Stories for Children
I Want to Be an Astronaut, by Byron Barton
Thursday, August 16, 2012
11:00 am
Moving Beyond Earth - Gallery 113
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





<i>German Boy</i> by Wolfgang W.E. Samuel

Book Signing
German Boy
Author: Col. Wolfgang Samuel
Thursday, August 16, 2012
12:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free, Parking $15





Prominence on the Sun - July 26, 2012

Telescopic Observing
Observe the Skies
Thursday, August 16, 2012
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Public Observatory
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Story Time

Story Time
"Flights of Fancy" — Stories for Children
I Want to Be an Astronaut, by Byron Barton
Friday, August 17, 2012
11:00 am
Moving Beyond Earth - Gallery 113
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <em>A Pilot's Journey</em> by George Norfleet

Book Signing
A Pilot's Journey
Author: George Norfleet
Friday, August 17, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Prominence on the Sun - July 26, 2012

Telescopic Observing
Observe the Skies
Friday, August 17, 2012
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Public Observatory
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Untitled, by Gavin Jantjes

Planetarium Show
Under African Skies
Free planetarium show at the National Museum of African Art
Saturday, August 18, 2012
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Other
Admission: Free





Story Time

Story Time
"Flights of Fancy" — Stories for Children
I Want to Be an Astronaut, by Byron Barton
Saturday, August 18, 2012
11:00 am
Moving Beyond Earth - Gallery 113
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <em>A Pilot's Journey</em> by George Norfleet

Book Signing
A Pilot's Journey
Author: George Norfleet
Saturday, August 18, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Sun - Aug 1, 2012

Telescopic Observing
Observe the Skies
Saturday, August 18, 2012
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Public Observatory
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Story Time

Story Time
"Flights of Fancy" — Stories for Children
I Want to Be an Astronaut, by Byron Barton
Saturday, August 18, 2012
1:30 pm
Moving Beyond Earth - Gallery 113
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Saturday Star Party

Public Observing at Sky Meadows State Park
Saturday Star Party at Sky Meadows State Park
Saturday, August 18, 2012
7:30 pm to 10:30 pm
Sky Meadows State Park, near Paris, Virginia
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <i>I Always Wanted To Fly</i> by Col. Wolfgang Samuel

Book Signing
I Always Wanted To Fly
Author: Col. Wolfgang Samuel
Sunday, August 19, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Boeing Aviation Hangar
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Admission: Free, Parking $15





Book Cover: <em>A Pilot's Journey</em> by George Norfleet

Book Signing
A Pilot's Journey
Author: George Norfleet
Sunday, August 19, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <em>A Pilot's Journey</em> by George Norfleet

Book Signing
A Pilot's Journey
Author: George Norfleet
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <i>I Always Wanted To Fly</i> by Col. Wolfgang Samuel

Book Signing
I Always Wanted To Fly
Author: Col. Wolfgang Samuel
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Boeing Aviation Hangar
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Admission: Free, Parking $15





Early Childhood Education

Virtual Conference
Free, Live Webcast for Early Childhood Educators
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Presented Online
Admission: Free





Buzz Lightyear at the Launch Pad

Ask an Expert
Buzz Lightyear--To the Museum and Beyond!
Presenters: Margaret Weitekamp and Lisa Young
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
12:00 pm to 12:15 pm
Moving Beyond Earth - Gallery 113
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <em>A Pilot's Journey</em> by George Norfleet

Book Signing
A Pilot's Journey
Author: George Norfleet
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





US Air Force Band Strolling Strings

Concert
US Air Force Strings
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
12:30 pm to 1:30 pm
America by Air - Gallery 102
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





A Solar Flare on July 12, 2012

Telescopic Observing
Observe the Skies
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Public Observatory
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Story Time

Story Time
"Flights of Fancy" — Stories for Children
Pilot Pups, by Michelle Meadows
Thursday, August 23, 2012
11:00 am
Barron Hilton Pioneers of Flight - Gallery 208
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <em>A Pilot's Journey</em> by George Norfleet

Book Signing
A Pilot's Journey
Author: George Norfleet
Thursday, August 23, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





DeBothezat Helicopter

Ask an Expert
America's First Military Helicopter: The Flying Octopus
Presenter: Roger Connor
Thursday, August 23, 2012
12:30 pm to 12:45 pm
Boeing Aviation Hangar
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Admission: Free





<i>German Boy</i> by Wolfgang W.E. Samuel

Book Signing
German Boy
Author: Col. Wolfgang Samuel
Thursday, August 23, 2012
12:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free, Parking $15





A Solar Flare on July 12, 2012

Telescopic Observing
Observe the Skies
Thursday, August 23, 2012
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Public Observatory
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Story Time

Story Time
"Flights of Fancy" — Stories for Children
Pilot Pups, by Michelle Meadows
Friday, August 24, 2012
11:00 am
Barron Hilton Pioneers of Flight - Gallery 208
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <em>A Pilot's Journey</em> by George Norfleet

Book Signing
A Pilot's Journey
Author: George Norfleet
Friday, August 24, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Sun - July 28, 2012

Telescopic Observing
Observe the Skies
Friday, August 24, 2012
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Public Observatory
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Story Time

Story Time
"Flights of Fancy" — Stories for Children
Pilot Pups, by Michelle Meadows
Saturday, August 25, 2012
11:00 am
Barron Hilton Pioneers of Flight - Gallery 208
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: Stealth Down

Book Signing
Stealth Down
Author: Ross Simpson
Saturday, August 25, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <em>A Pilot's Journey</em> by George Norfleet

Book Signing
A Pilot's Journey
Author: George Norfleet
Saturday, August 25, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





<i>An American Family in World War II</i>

Book Signing
An American Family in World War II
Author: Sandra O'Connell
Saturday, August 25, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Boeing Aviation Hangar
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Admission: Free, Parking $15





Sun - July 28, 2012

Telescopic Observing
Observe the Skies
Saturday, August 25, 2012
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Public Observatory
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover--Top Gun Days

Book Signing
Top Gun Days
Author: Dave Beranek
Sunday, August 26, 2012
12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <i>I Always Wanted To Fly</i> by Col. Wolfgang Samuel

Book Signing
I Always Wanted To Fly
Author: Col. Wolfgang Samuel
Sunday, August 26, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Boeing Aviation Hangar
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Admission: Free, Parking $15





Book Cover: <em>A Pilot's Journey</em> by George Norfleet

Book Signing
A Pilot's Journey
Author: George Norfleet
Sunday, August 26, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <em>A Pilot's Journey</em> by George Norfleet

Book Signing
A Pilot's Journey
Author: George Norfleet
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <i>I Always Wanted To Fly</i> by Col. Wolfgang Samuel

Book Signing
I Always Wanted To Fly
Author: Col. Wolfgang Samuel
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Boeing Aviation Hangar
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Admission: Free, Parking $15





Neil A. Armstrong, Commander of Apollo 11

Ask an Expert
Remembering Neil Armstrong: The First Man on the Moon
Presenter: Allan A. Needell
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
12:00 pm to 12:15 pm
Milestones of Flight - Gallery 100
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <em>A Pilot's Journey</em> by George Norfleet

Book Signing
A Pilot's Journey
Author: George Norfleet
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





US Air Force Band Max Impact

Concert
US Air Force Band: Max Impact
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
12:30 pm to 1:30 pm
America by Air - Gallery 102
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Sun - July 28, 2012

Telescopic Observing
Observe the Skies
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Public Observatory
Museum in Washington, DC





Story Time

Story Time
"Flights of Fancy" — Stories for Children
Pilot Pups, by Michelle Meadows
Thursday, August 30, 2012
11:00 am
Barron Hilton Pioneers of Flight - Gallery 208
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <em>A Pilot's Journey</em> by George Norfleet

Book Signing
A Pilot's Journey
Author: George Norfleet
Thursday, August 30, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





<i>German Boy</i> by Wolfgang W.E. Samuel

Book Signing
German Boy
Author: Col. Wolfgang Samuel
Thursday, August 30, 2012
12:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free, Parking $15





The Sun - July 19, 2012

Telescopic Observing
Observe the Skies
Thursday, August 30, 2012
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Public Observatory
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Story Time

Story Time
"Flights of Fancy" — Stories for Children
Pilot Pups, by Michelle Meadows
Friday, August 31, 2012
11:00 am
Barron Hilton Pioneers of Flight - Gallery 208
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <em>A Pilot's Journey</em> by George Norfleet

Book Signing
A Pilot's Journey
Author: George Norfleet
Friday, August 31, 2012
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Gallery 101 - Museum Shop
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Book Cover: <i>Planetology: Unlocking the Secrets of the Solar System</i>

Book Signing
Planetology: Unlocking the Secrets of the Solar System
Author: Thomas D. Jones
Friday, August 31, 2012
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Boeing Aviation Hangar
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Admission: Free, Parking $15





Sun - July 28, 2012

Telescopic Observing
Observe the Skies
Friday, August 31, 2012
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Public Observatory
Museum in Washington, DC
Admission: Free





Museum Tours
Docent-led tours highlight the museum's collection and trace the history of air and space travel. Daily at 10:30 AM and 1:00 PM at both Museum locations.



Events Calendar
See all Smithsonian events

Programs
How the Shuttle got its Wings

How Do Things Fly?
Demonstrations & activities. Schedule posted daily at How Things Fly gallery entrance. Mall

Stop, Look, Discover!
Discovery Stations located throughout the museum. Schedule available at the Welcome Center. Mall/UHC

Free Highlights Tours
At both locations.
Mall/UHC

Ask an Expert
Short lectures by Museum staff every Wednesday (Mall) and alternating Thursdays (UHC).

Mall = Washington, DC
UHC = Chantilly, VA


Public Observatory

Public Observatory
Daytime observing through telescopes. The Public Observatory is open Wed through Sun from 12 - 3 pm (weather permitting).
Mall, east terrace.

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