Calendar of Events

Join us in-person for a regular selection of lectures, author Q&As, special presentations, 21+ events and so much more! Check back often as new additions are made to the calendar every week.

Open Daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

The Museum is closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

FREE Admission on the first Thursday of every month: 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Today This Weekend

06 Mar 2025

Mar 06 | 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

FREE First Thursdays3/6/2025

On the first Thursday of each month, the Museum stays open late – and admission is FREE 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

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Mar 06 | 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

FREE First Thursdays3/6/2025

On the first Thursday of each month, the Museum stays open late – and admission is FREE 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

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08 Mar 2025

Mar 08 | 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Kids Story Time3/8/2025

On Saturday March 8, join authors Sherri L. Smith and Liz Davidson for a reading of their children's books. 

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Mar 08 | 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Kids Story Time3/8/2025

On Saturday March 8, join authors Sherri L. Smith and Liz Davidson for a reading of their children's books. 

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Mar 08 | 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

American Wings Book Talk3/8/2025

On Saturday March 8, join author Sherri L. Smith for a book talk about her newest book, American Wings: Chicago’s Pioneering Aviators and the Race for Equality in the Sky.

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Mar 08 | 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

American Wings Book Talk3/8/2025

On Saturday March 8, join author Sherri L. Smith for a book talk about her newest book, American Wings: Chicago’s Pioneering Aviators and the Race for Equality in the Sky.

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09 Mar 2025

Mar 09 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Member Docent Tour3/9/2025

Enhance your next visit to The Museum of Flight by joining us for a one-hour, Docent-led tour available just for Museum Members! This tour is perfect...

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Mar 09 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Member Docent Tour3/9/2025

Enhance your next visit to The Museum of Flight by joining us for a one-hour, Docent-led tour available just for Museum Members! This tour is perfect...

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15 Mar 2025

Mar 15 | 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Women Fly3/15/2025

A no-cost, one-day event for middle and high school girls filled with inspirational women, interactive activities and a ”Fly Fair” with local aerospace companies, clubs, and schools.

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Mar 15 | 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Women Fly3/15/2025

A no-cost, one-day event for middle and high school girls filled with inspirational women, interactive activities and a ”Fly Fair” with local aerospace companies, clubs, and schools.

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16 Mar 2025

Mar 16 | 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Corporate Member Day3/16/2025

We welcome our valued Corporate Members and their families for a complimentary day at the Museum.

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Mar 16 | 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Corporate Member Day3/16/2025

We welcome our valued Corporate Members and their families for a complimentary day at the Museum.

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Every Saturday and Sunday

Weekend Family Workshops

Immerse yourself in hands-on, family experiences investigating science, engineering and aerospace topics in fun and surprising ways!

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Every Sunday thru Friday at 1:00 PM

Storytelling

Epic tales of personal heroism and the daily adventures of modern pilots, astronauts and crews.

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Every Saturday at 1:00 PM

Aerospace Update

A weekly recap of the latest news in astronomy, aviation, and spaceflight from our own experts.

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