Bring the wonder of Air and Space to life through videos, hands on activities, games, and more. We have something for every learner. 

Our learning resources bring the National Air and Space Museum’s one-of-a-kind collections and world class research to you, anywhere and anytime. Explore aerodynamics through hands on activities, discover the science behind spy planes, earthquakes or volcanoes in a STEM in 30 episode or listen to stories of achievement, failure, and perseverance on our AirSpace podcasts. All of our resources will spark learner’s curiosity and the beginning of their aviation and aerospace adventure!

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Smithsonian's 175th Anniversary
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The First American Astronauts - Mercury 7
Careers
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Metal circular inside of nozzle
Engineering and Technology
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Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird Landing at Dulles
Flight
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NASA astronaut Sunita Williams exercising on a treadmill aboard the International Space Station, 2012.
Life Sciences
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<i>Fluid Dynamics</i> in NASA | Art
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rendering of planets in our solar system by pinkpix
Planetary Science
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Space Shuttle Discovery
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Learning Guides
Wondering how to use these online resources with your learners? Try these Learning Guides prepared by our staff educators. Each provides a week of planned activities and resources. 
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Online Programs
Electronic Field Trips
Virtual Field Trips
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Check out our nine virtual field trip experiences.  Each reservable experience is standards-aligned and provides a suite of materials to engage students. 
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Online Programs for Early Learners
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Reserve one of our online programs designed for groups of early learners, complete with a read-aloud storytime, a conversation, and a craft-activity.
STEM in 30 team compare rockets and race cars
STEM in 30
Tune In
STEM in 30 is an Emmy-nominated program for middle school students. Tune in every month for new episodes followed by a live chat, or watch our existing episodes.
Drawing of Bessie Coleman
Virtual Storytime
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Stories for young children and their families inspired by our collection of air and space objects and historic photos. 
Air and Space Live
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Official Hubble 25th Anniversary Image: Celestial Fireworks
From Hubble to Webb: Observatories in Space
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stars in the sky with animal and people shapes over top of the constellations
Shared Planetarium Show
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stars in the sky with animal and people shapes over top of the constellations
Shared Planetarium Show
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Amelia Earhart and her Flying Career
Searching for Amelia
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stars in the sky with animal and people shapes over top of the constellations
Shared Planetarium Show
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Educator Resources
From professional development resources to classroom guides, explore these resources and opportunities specially designed to support educators.  Explore