Explore science, history and aviation!
Join us for an exciting year of hands-on learning at the Military Aviation Museum! Our home education programs are a fantastic way to engage students with the science and history of aviation. We offer different programming to meet the needs of today’s home educators, whether it’s a group visit to the Museum or a half-day Home Educator class on site.
Our Homeschool Days provide students ages 7-9 or 9-12 with the opportunity to explore aviation, history, and STEM through interactive lessons and activities. Each session lasts four hours, including a 30-minute lunch break, and features engaging, age-appropriate experiences designed to make learning both fun and meaningful. Homeschool Days are drop-off programs, from 10:00am - 2:00pm. Pre-registration is required and attendance is capped at 15 participants. Lunch is not provided, and we do ask that all students be dropped off with a packed lunch. There is no on-site cafe option at the Museum.
September 9th - Ages 7-9 | Sept 16th - Ages 10-12
From Propellers to Jets
Aviation has come a long way! In this session, students will explore how airplanes evolved from early propeller-driven aircraft to modern jet-powered planes. They’ll compare the mechanics of propellers and jet engines, build and test model aircraft, and discover how jet technology revolutionized speed and travel. Hands-on experiments will bring the science of propulsion and flight into focus for an exciting and educational experience!
Highlights:
Compare the mechanics of propeller and jet engines through demonstrations
Build and test different aircraft models to see how propulsion affects flight
Explore how jet technology revolutionized speed, travel, and military aviation
October 2nd- Ages 7-9 | Oct 9th - Ages 10 - 12
The Science of Balloons and Early Military Flight
Before airplanes dominated the skies, balloons played a vital role in military strategy. In this session, students will explore how balloons were used for reconnaissance and communication during WWI. Through hands-on experiments, they’ll investigate the science of hot air balloons, practice signaling techniques, and even design their own observation balloon models. It’s an exciting journey into the early days of aviation!
Highlights:
Learn how early pilots and balloon operators used signal flags and Morse code
Experiment with the science behind hot air balloons and lift
Design and “launch” a model observation balloon to carry a message
November 4th - Ages 7-9 | Nov 11th - Ages 10 -12
Aviation and Weather
Pilots rely on more than just skill -they also need to understand the weather! In this session, students will learn how clouds, storms, and wind impact aviation. Through interactive activities, they’ll explore meteorology, analyze weather maps, and test their skills in a flight challenge that simulates different weather conditions. It’s a thrilling way to experience how science and aviation intersect!
Highlights:
Learn how clouds, storms, and wind impact flight and pilot decision-making
Experiment with a hands-on weather simulation station
Learn how pilots trained to fly through weather and storms
Ages 7 - 9 | Ages 10-12
More Homeschool Programs coming soon!
We offer our Homeschool Days in the Spring and Fall for both 7-9 and 10-12 age groups. Please check back as we update our offered programming, or contact our Education Coordinator at education@aviationmuseum.us
Guided Tour
Home Educator Group Visit
Guided Museum tours, led by our trained docents, are a great way to experience all we have to offer! Our Hangar Tours are tailored with age-appropriate content for your group and cover our Army, Navy, and WWI hangars as well as the historic structures around the Museum airfield. We also offer specialty tours that can be designed to focus on specialty content for your group's interests. Add-on to your tour experience with a hands-on STEM learning opportunity led by Museum educators. Designed for students of all ages, these Learning Labs give you the flexibility to tailor your experience at the Museum with focus areas like Cryptography, Aerodynamics, and the Forces of Flight.
Group Rates Available for Home Educator Organizations:
Youth: $8/youth + tax
Adults: $15/adult + tax
Add-on STEM Learning Labs: $5/youth