Discover stories in history where the unexpected led to incredible insights and innovation.
Soar Together at Air and Space is a monthly family-focused program from the National Air and Space Museum.
You can join us online starting Friday, July 12 or in person at the National Air and Space Museum on Saturday, July 13.
In Person Family Day
Saturday, July 13, 2024 from 10:00 - 2:00 pm
Join us for an exploration of how science and discovery work, and learn how surprises, mistakes and pivots are important parts of the process.
Virtual Family Day
Launching Friday, July 12, 2024
Join online for activities, spotlights on history makers, and more.
Activities Page
Online Story Time
Friday, July 12, 2024 at 10:00 am
Join us as author Candy Dahl reads her incredible true story of Tiny Jumper: How Tiny Broadwick Created the Rip Cord and learn all about this pioneer of a parachuting. After the reading we will share ideas for our own inventions that could be improvements on something that already exists or entirely new ideas that could change the world.
ASL interpretation will be provided during this program.
National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC
6th St. and Independence Ave SW. Washington, DC 20560
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