Available at Both Locations: Scavenger Hunt Science Demonstrations Story Time
Exclusive to the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center: Guided Tours STEAM Labs
Put your knowledge of aviation and space to the test and explore the Museum in an exciting way with a scavenger hunt.
Location: Both Locations
Group Size: Groups of 10 or more
Note: Most scavenger hunts use the GooseChase program. These scavenger hunts can be completed using any handheld device.
To create your own team:
Search/select the Sample Goosechase for Teacher Preview game or enter the following Game Code: QM366Q
To auto-assign a team:
If you would like to preview what automatic Team enrollment looks like enter the following Game Code: QM366Q and then either of the Access Codes: Alpha or Golf
The games we provide do not require players to create an account or login and we do not collect any student data in this app. Please see our policy on the Privacy of Minors.
Anytime Scavenger Hunts are made possible by the generous support of Barron Hilton.
Scavenger Hunts are available in for groups to experience virtually, as well.
Science demonstrations are interactive shows that bring the STEM concepts found in our galleries to life. These shows use live experiments, hands-on activities, and authentic museum artifacts to break down complex concepts.
Location: Both Locations
For Grades: 3-12
Group Size: 10-30 people
Duration: 25-30 minutes
The Explainers Program is made possible by the generous support of RTX.
Science Demonstrations are available in other formats in addition to a field trip experience.
Take to the skies or travel to far away planets with stories read aloud by museum educators for the youngest visitors. Each story time includes a story read-aloud, a chat about an image or other museum resources, and a craft activity demonstration.
Location: Both Locations
Group Size: Groups of 10 to 30
Duration: 30 minutes
Note: Story Times also come with additional resources in a Learning Lab and an online story time that expands the theme for teachers to use before or after the program.
Story Time programming is made possible by the generous support of the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation.
Story Times are available in other formats in addition to a field trip experience.
Explore the Museum with an expert docent, diving into themes in aviation and space history.
Location: Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
For Grades: 1-12
Group Size: Groups of 10 to 50
Duration: 60 minutes
Note: Groups of more than 20 will be divided into smaller groups, with no more than 20 visitors assigned to one docent.
Through close looking at museum artifacts and hands-on experiments, museum educators will lead your students through this inquiry-based program.
Location: Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
For Grades: K-12
Group Size: Groups of 10 or more, unless otherwise noted
Duration: 60 minutes
STEAM Labs are made possible by the generous support of Barron Hilton.
In addition to the free reservable programs above, you can enhance your visit to either location by taking advantage of these. There may be a cost associated with these additional experiences.