I Want to Be an Astronaut

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I Want to Be an Astronaut

“Flights of Fancy” Story Time

February 27 to March 7, 2020: Thursdays and Fridays at 11:00 am and Saturdays at 11:00 am and 1:30 pm

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Museum staff read stories about famous aviators, hot-air balloon flights, trips to Mars, characters visible in the night sky, or creatures that have their own wings. Each session includes one story and a hands-on activity. Groups larger than 15 are encouraged to reserve a program through the group reservation form.

At the Museum in DC, story time takes place Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 11:00 am, plus Saturdays at 1:30 pm.

I Want to Be an Astronaut by Byron Barton will be read on the following dates:

Thursday, February 27 at 11:00 am
Friday, February 28 at 11:00 am
Saturday, February 29 at 11:00 am and 1:30 pm
Thursday, March 5 at 11:00 am
Friday, March 6 at 11:00 am
Saturday, March 7 at 11:00 am and 1:30 pm

These programs are made possible through the generous support of the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation

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