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    • Discover the wonders of aviation and space anytime, anywhere, with our on-demand videos and programs. On-demand content for learners includes our regular STEM in 30 (for middle school viewers), Live Chats, and Story Time programs (for early childhood audiences), plus tons of educational videos. Learners of all ages will enjoy our AirSpace podcast series and recordings of past lectures and programs. 

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  • All stories
  • Deep dives
    • Topics
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  • Smithsonian Planetary Image Facility
  • Research projects
  • Staff profiles

    • Discover the wonders of aviation and space anytime, anywhere, with our on-demand videos and programs. On-demand content for learners includes our regular STEM in 30 (for middle school viewers), Live Chats, and Story Time programs (for early childhood audiences), plus tons of educational videos. Learners of all ages will enjoy our AirSpace podcast series and recordings of past lectures and programs. 

    You can also reserve virtual experiences for your school group or check our calendar for upcoming events that will be presented online.

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    A video describing stories from the archive while showing various items.
    Stories from the Archive - The Yamada Diary and Ruth Law's Scrapbook
    January 13, 2021
    A story about making a science fiction movie followed by a comic strip craft activity.
    Story Time: "Three Friends' Alien Adventure"
    January 12, 2021
    A video about a photograph of the Wright Brother's first flight.
    The Story a Photo Tells - Wright Brothers' First Flight
    January 11, 2021
    A video about communication and its importance in the aerospace industry.
    Communication is Key: National History Day 2021 - STEM in 30
    January 07, 2021
    A conversation between an astronaut and students.
    Astronaut Talks with Students
    December 31, 2020
    A video featuring images of the model of the USS Enterprise.
    The USS Enterprise (The Aircraft Carrier, not the Starship)
    December 20, 2020
    Historic photos of aircraft carriers with voice over narration.
    The History of Aircraft Carriers
    December 19, 2020
    A video touring an aircraft carrier.
    Visit the Deck of an Active Aircraft Carrier
    December 17, 2020
    An interview with a landing signal officer including B-roll of an aircraft carrier and animation.
    The Role of a Landing Signal Officer on an Aircraft Carrier
    December 16, 2020
    An animated story about seaplanes followed by a craft activity.
    Flights of Fancy Story Time: Fly and Float
    December 15, 2020
    An explainer shows you how to build at paper airplane.
    Landing a Paper Plane on an Aircraft Carrier: Engineering Design Process
    December 14, 2020
    Live chat with the Blue Angels
    The Blue Angels: Air and Space Live Chat
    December 10, 2020
    Podcast AirSpace

    Discover unexpected stories from the National Air and Space Museum. The AirSpace podcast is a place for you to discover news, entertainment, and inspiration in the sky. In other words, aspirational stories about defying gravity—whether you’re an avid aviation geek, space cadet, or just somebody who loves great content about smart topics that’s a little different from what you normally expect to see.

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