Bring the Museum to you through these unique virtual programs for learners of all ages. 

Connect with Museum experts and resources through these programs delivered virtually to learners anywhere in the world. 

Free

These programs are offered free of charge.

For Groups of 10 or More

Reserved programs are intended for school groups, homeschool groups, and community-based organizations serving youth.

If your group does not meet this guideline, you may be interested in our other program offerings. 

Reserve Online

You will need to reserve the programs in our reservation software. We recommend you follow along in our tips page to answer any questions. 

Available Programs

Jump to a Section:       Planetarium Shows       Scavenger Hunts      Story Time

Planetarium Shows

What can we see looking up toward the sky? Journey with museum educators to explore Earth’s sky, and discover how patterns and motions of the Solar System affect our everyday lives.

Group Size: Groups of 10 or more people

For Grades: K-8

Duration: 45 minutes

Virtual Planetarium Shows are made possible by the generous support of Barron Hilton and the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation, the Thomas W. Haas Foundation, and the Hillside Foundation - Allan and Shelley Holt.

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Planetarium shows are available in other formats in addition to virtual programs for groups.

Scavenger Hunts

Put your knowledge of aviation and space to the test and explore the Museum in an exciting way with a scavenger hunt.

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.

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Scavenger Hunt Options:

A panorama of a grey rocky landscape. In the background there are hills and a black sky.

Earth and Its Place in the Universe

"The Incredible Shrinking Moon" challenges participants to demonstrate what they have learned about the relationships between Earth, the Moon, and the Sun and solve the mystery of the shrinking moon.

A satellite device with panel and umbrella shaped modules.

Finding Our Way

Locate different elements of their own community that are important for GIS mapping. 

Space Shuttle Astronaut on Spacewalk (STS-115)

Living and Working in Space

Identify the different ways that being in space can affect the body and the different precautions that astronauts take to protect themselves.

Close-up image of the Perseverance rover taken by the Perseverance rover on Mars.

Mission to Mars

Challenge yourself to test your knowledge on Mars. 

A young man throws a paper plane through a hoop.

Paper Airplane Design

Challenge participants to apply aviation concepts to the world around them. 

Sally Ride in astronaut flight suit and headset

Women in Aviation and Aerospace

Learn about several women in aviation and aerospace through their stories and artifacts.

Note: This scavenger hunt does not require a reservation, you can access the Google Site anytime.

A black and white photograph of a pilot.

World War II

Challenge yourself to remember what they have learned about World War II. 

Scavenger Hunts are also available for in person field trip groups.

Story Time

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.

Group Size: Groups of 10 to 50 people

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.

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Story Time Options:

Cover of the book "Space Walk" by Salina Yoon

The Great Solar System Tour

Learn more about the planets with this exploration of our Solar System. Reserve a Museum educator to read Space Walk by Salina Yoon, chat about spacecraft that have travelled to the edge of the Solar System and lead students in the creation of a solar system book.

Cover of the book "Hare and Tortoise Race to the Moon," by Oliver J. Corwin

Rocket Race

Read Hare and Tortoise Race to the Moon by Oliver J Corwin, examine rockets in our collection and notice what shapes they are made from, and lead students in the creation of three dimensional models of rockets.

Cover of the book "Air Show," by Treat Williams. Illustration by Robert Neubecker.

Air Show

What is it like to experience the thrill of an air show? Read Air Show by Treat Williams, demonstrate loops, rolls and other aerobatic maneuvers, and lead students in the creation of their own tricky flyers.

A book cover where a young woman stands atop a house.

Inspirational Biography Series

Read an inspiring biography of a history maker aviation or space exploration. Choose from: Amelia Earhart, Bessie Coleman, Mae Jemison, or the Wright Brothers.

Story Times are available in other formats in addition to virtual programs for groups.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I reserve a program?

You can request a program in our reservation software.

We recommend you follow along in our tips page to answer any questions.

When do I need to reserve these programs?

Programs should be reserved at least three weeks in advanced. 

What should I do if I need to cancel my reservation?

If you need to cancel a reservation, please do so as soon as possible by emailing us.

If reserved groups do not alert Museum staff to a cancellation at least 24 hours in advance, your group may not be allowed to reserve future programs.

Additional questions?

Please contact the Tours and Reservations Office by email.

Additional Virtual Resources

In additional to the reservable virtual programs above, the Museum offers a variety of programs and activities to access year round. 

A screenshot of the virtual tour of Nation of Speed showing the exhibit's entrance and two objects called out with blue pins.

Virtual Tours

Explore many of our exhibits with digital walk throughs. 

winning a trophy

More Programs and Activities

From on demand video for early learners through middle schoolers, to interactive online activities, to craft instructions, we offer a variety of resources for learners of all ages.