Sally's Night at Solstice Saturday
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National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC
Free, Tickets Required
Celebrate the anniversary of Sally Ride becoming the first American woman in space with our annual Sally's Night event! Enjoy activities that explore the wonder of our universe and shine a light on women in STEM.
Inside the Museum - Free passes required
- Test your knowledge with trivia challenges
- Experience planetarium and laser light shows
- Talk to scientists and historians from the museum (and maybe even a Sally Ride interpreter!)
- Go on a scavenger hunt to discover women's stories in the museum
- Enjoy hands-on activities like postcard writing and mission patch design
Outside the Museum - No passes required
- Stargaze with our astronomy educators, who will help you observe a variety of features in the night sky
- Located on the West Terrace near the Delta Solar sculpture from 9 to 11 pm
Solstice Saturday
Stay up late to celebrate the summer solstice up and down the National Mall! This event is part of the Smithsonian-wide Solstice Saturday celebration. Many Smithsonian museums around the National Mall will be open late on June 21.
How to attend
National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC
6th St. and Independence Ave SW. Washington, DC 20560
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Support the Museum
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.