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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. 

You can also reserve virtual experiences for your school group or check our calendar for upcoming events that will be presented online.
Stories
Topics
Collections
On demand
For researchers

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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An astronaut explains space communication and then demonstrates a classroom activity about satellites.
Can Astronauts Phone Home? Learn How They Communicate in Space
September 25, 2017
A children's lecture about patents and their importance in inventing.
Building a Better Mousetrap and Inventing the Airplane: All About Patents - STEM IN 30
September 25, 2017
An interview with a museum curator about the Vengeance Weapon 2 with historic footage and imagery.
The Rise and Fall of Vengeance Weapon 2
August 01, 2017
An astronaut speaks about rocket launches using balloons as an analogy.
Learn About Rocket Launches Using Balloons
July 25, 2017
A lecture program about the efforts to detect gravitational waves in space.
Exploring the Universe with Gravitational Waves
May 07, 2017
A discussion of the historical feats of engineering and art, as well as the legacy left by World War I.
World War I: Legacy, Letters, and Belgian War Lace - STEM in 30
April 27, 2017
Historic video about relationship between Ronald Reagan and Mikhail Gorbachev followed by interview with curator.
Reagan and Gorbachev’s Relationship Warmed Cold War Tensions
April 03, 2017
Video about 2017 National Air and Space Museum Trophy winner Pete Theisinger with montage of photos
Pete Theisinger - 2017 National Air and Space Museum Trophy Winner
March 30, 2017
Interview with a Museum curator about NASA's use of the F-1 engine in exploring space.
The F-1 Engine and the Conquest of Space
March 14, 2017
A children's lecture explaining the technology behind rockets and race cars.
Taking the Fast Lane to Orbit: The Technology of Rockets and Race Cars - STEM in 30
February 28, 2017
Interview with curator about the INF Treaty.
How the INF Treaty Brought Missiles to the Museum
February 15, 2017
Video interview with curator and clips of space shuttle launches.
Reduce Reuse Rocketry
January 30, 2017
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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