CANCELED: Women in Aviation and Space Family Day
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Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Free, Parking $15
As a public health precaution, this family day has been canceled. More information.
We are opening our doors to your family for a day full of hands-on activities, inspiring women, and fun challenges to celebrate women’s contributions to space, aviation, and STEM fields.
Our family day is designed to introduce every member of your unique family to groundbreaking women of the past and the women driving us into the future.
The Heritage Family Day series is made possible by the generous support of Northrop Grumman Corporation.
Women in Aviation and Space Family Day at the Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.
Women in Aviation and Space Family Day at the Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.
Visitors simulate flying during the Women in Aviation and Space Family Day at the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center. The event is held annually during Women's History Month.
Meet Inspiring Women Working in the Field Today
STEM professionals and air traffic controllers are ready to answer your questions about a career in science and flight.
Our curators will talk about women working in space and military demonstration pilots.
Challenge Your Family and Friends
Test your skills in our flight simulators.
Join Girl Scout and Brownie troops in a build your own flyer design challenge.
Snap A “We Can Do It!” Photo
Step into Rosie the Riveter’s “We Can Do It” poster at our dress-up, photo station.
Sit Back, Relax, and Learn
Take a break at one of our story times, featuring I’m Amelia Earhart, or learn how to identify stars in our inflatable planetarium.
We rely on the generous support of donors, sponsors, members, and other benefactors to share the history and impact of aviation and spaceflight, educate the public, and inspire future generations. With your help, we can continue to preserve and safeguard the world’s most comprehensive collection of artifacts representing the great achievements of flight and space exploration.
