Museum News

World Premiere Jet Exhibit Redefines the Legacy of War

The Museum of Flight’s major new exhibit for 2025 opens June 21 with the world premiere of The MiG-21 Project, South African artist Ralph Ziman’s 5-year, multidisciplinary project transforming a decommissioned Cold War era, Soviet-designed MiG-21 fighter jet into a stunning work of art, entirely covered in tens of millions of colorful glass beads.

Women Aerospace Pros Will Inspire Girls at Free Career Event March 15

SEATTLE, March 8, 2024—The Museum celebrates Women in Aviation Week with Women Fly, a free aerospace career event for middle and high school...

Weird, Wild, Wonderful “Yuri’s Night” Spaceflight Party Returns April 12

SEATTLE, Feb. 19, 2024—On April 12, the Yuri's Night world space party transforms the Museum into a 21+ intergalactic nightclub...

Tours of Space Shuttle Trainer Crew Compartments Begin Feb. 15

SEATTLE, Feb. 5, 2024—On Feb. 15 the Museum will begin the world’s only exclusive crew compartment and cockpit tours of the NASA Space...

A Huge Miniature World at 2025 NorthWest Scale Modelers Show Feb. 15-16

SEATTLE, Feb. 5, 2025— On Feb. 15-16 the historic aircraft in the Museum’s towering Great Gallery will frame the world’s largest...

Astronaut Nicole Stott Bridges the Worlds of Art and Space Jan. 25

SEATTLE, Jan. 14, 2024—On Jan. 25, NASA astronaut and artist Nicole Stott hosts a screening and discussion about the award-winning film, Space...

Valentine’s Day at the Museum Becomes a Mars Love Affair - An Evening with Mary Roach

SEATTLE, Jan. 13, 2025—On Feb. 14, Mary Roach, the best-selling author of Packing for Mars, headlines The Museum of Flight’s 21+...

An Evening with Spacewalking Astronaut Chris Cassidy Jan. 18

SEATTLE, Jan. 8, 2024—The Museum offers an intimate evening reception and presentation with retired NASA astronaut and U.S. Navy SEAL Chris...

Sasquatch Makes Helicopter Arrival at Museum Dec. 21 for Winter Event

SEATTLE, Dec. 4, 2024—On Dec. 21 Sasquatch arrives via helicopter to headline the Museum’s celebration of wintertime fun during the...

Astronaut Shares Her Father/Daughter Story Connecting WWII Bomber Flights and 1990s Spaceflights Dec. 7

SEATTLE, Dec. 2, 2024—On Dec. 7, retired space shuttle astronaut Jan Davis connects her father’s service as a B-17 bomber pilot in World...

The Museum of Flight Becomes The Museum of Fright Oct. 27

SEATTLE, Oct. 12, 2024—On Sunday Oct. 27 the spirits of Halloween and Día de Muertos transform the galleries of flight into The Museum...

Museum Celebrates Centennial of the First Global Flight Sept. 26-29

SEATTLE, Sept. 22, 2024—Sept. 26-29 the Museum celebrates the 100th anniversary of the first successful global flight, an historic journey that...

Murder Mystery Party at the Museum Oct. 26

SEATTLE, Sept. 20, 2024—On a dark night with spy planes looming ominously overhead, a murder mystery will unfold at The Museum of Flight. On...

Is This the Beginning of a Space Age Wild West?

SEATTLE, Sept. 12, 2024—Is the new space age the beginning of a far-out Wild West? On Sept. 14 a diverse panel of spaceflight experts and...

Museum Opens Space Habitat Pavilion Sept. 28

On Sept. 28, the Museum’s Home Beyond Earth exhibit expands its orbit and invites visitors to enter a futuristic life-size space station module—the TESSERAE Space Habitat Pavilion.

Museum Celebrates Centennial of First Global Flight Sept. 26-29

SEATTLE, Sept. 6, 2024—On Sept. 26-29 the Museum will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the first successful global flight with special...

Murder Mystery Party at the Museum Oct. 26

SEATTLE, Sept. 1, 2024—On a dark and maybe stormy night, with bizarre airplanes looming overhead, a murder mystery will unfold at The Museum of...

Museum’s 21+ HangarFest Tasting Party Rocks Aug. 24

SEATTLE, Aug. 12, 2024--HangarFest, the Museum’s 21+ open-air party in the Aviation Pavilion, caps the summer with brew/cider/wine and spirits...

Aug. 17 is Space Shuttle Saturday at the Museum

SEATTLE, Aug. 6, 2024—Scientist, author, pilot and NASA astronaut Tom Jones will talk about all things space shuttle during a lecture and book...

July 27 Lecture/Book Signing Looks at Real and Imagined Spaceships

SEATTLE, July 17, 2024—On July 27, award-winning author Ron Miller and new Smithsonian coauthors Matthew Shindell and Margaret Weitekamp will...

Memorial Day Weekend Offers Free Admission for Veterans and Active Duty Military

SEATTLE, May 19, 2024—The Museum offers free admission for veterans and active duty military all Memorial Day Weekend May 25-27, with two special programs of remembrance on May 25, begin at 11:30 a.m. with an hour of patriot music performed by the Boeing Employee Concert Band. At 1 p.m. there will be a screening of the film To What Remains, a documentary about Project Recover and its patriotic team on a ceaseless mission to search, recover and repatriate the remains of the more than 80,000 Americans missing in action since WWII. The film is followed by a discussion with USMC veteran Derek Abbey, Ph.D., President/CEO of Project Recover; and Pat Scannon, M.D., Ph.D., founder of Project Recover.

The Museum’s Home Beyond Earth Exhibit About Space Stations Opens June 8

SEATTLE, May 15, 2024 - Only a few more weeks until the June 8 opening of The Museum of Flight's newest exhibition, Home Beyond Earth... 

Museum Awards $276,000 in Scholarships to 16 High School Students

SEATTLE, May 10, 2024—The Museum of Flight awarded $276,000 in scholarships to 16 Washington students for post-secondary education and flight...

The Museum’s new Home Beyond Earth Opens June 8

SEATTLE, April 19, 2024—Installation is underway with The Museum of Flight’s newest creation, Home Beyond Earth, an immersive new...

April 6 Presentation Launches Centennial of the “Moonshot of the 1920s” that Began in Seattle

SEATTLE, March 29, 2024—During the early 1920s the challenge of flying around the world was as daunting and exciting as the space race to the...

Museum Contest Seeks Far Out Fashions for Space

SEATTLE, March 22, 2024—The Museum brings back its Spacesuit Design Challenge, a seriously frivolous contest for futuristic fashionistas....

North America’s Biggest Yuri’s Night at Museum April 13

SEATTLE, March 20, 2024—North America’s biggest Yuri’s Night space-themed dance party is at the Museum April 13. The annual 21+...

Yuri’s Day Celebrates Spaceflight with Family Programs, Personalities, DJs and Dance

SEATTLE, March 18, 2024—The Museum’s April 13 Yuri’s Day is a celebration of human space exploration with family activities, an...

The Amazing Adventures of Pioneer Aviator Eugene Ely

SEATTLE, March 12, 2024—On March 23 at 2 p.m., aviation historians LaVerne Woods and Dave Zobel look at the world of Eugene Ely, the legendary...

Museum Launches Major New Space Station Exhibition June 8

SEATTLE, Feb. 27, 2024—On June 8, The Museum of Flight premieres Home Beyond Earth, an immersive new exhibition that goes to the heart of the...

Tickets on Sale Feb. 7 for Yuri’s Night - Seattle

SEATTLE, Jan. 31, 2024—Tickets go on sale Feb. 7 at 10 a.m. for the Museum’s April 13, 2023 Yuri’s Night 21+ dance party. The 6-11...

Feb. 10 Preview with Filmmakers of New PBS Film, Fly With Me

SEATTLE, Jan. 25, 2024—On Feb. 10 the Museum will offer a preview screening and filmmaker discussion of Fly With Me, a new documentary...

Gigi Coleman Performs Solo Show About African American Aviation Pioneer Feb. 3

SEATTLE, Jan. 19, 2024—In 1921 Bessie Coleman, 28, overcame both racial and gender discrimination to become the first African American woman to...

Museum Offers Free Holocaust Remembrance Program Jan. 28

SEATTLE, Jan. 16, 2024—On Jan. 28 at 7 p.m., in commemoration of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, the Museum offers an inspiring...

Museum’s Pathfinder Creative Team Includes Local High School Students

SEATTLE, Jan. 4, 2023—For over forty years The Museum of Flight’s annual Pathfinder Awards have honored Northwest visionaries that have...

Sasquatch Lands at Museum Dec. 16

SEATTLE, Dec. 11, 2023—On Dec. 16 at 11 a.m., Sasquatch will arrive at the Museum via helicopter to headline a new art-themed celebration of...

Sasquatch Flys-In to Greet Visitors Dec. 16

SEATTLE, Dec. 3, 2023—On Dec. 16 at 11 a.m., Sasquatch will arrive at the Museum via helicopter to headline a new art-themed celebration of...

Museum Hosts Kobi Yamada Book Signing Dec. 9

SEATTLE, Nov. 30, 2023—On Dec. 9, New York Times best-selling author Kobi Yamada will be in the Museum Store signing copies of his books Maybe,...

Museum Lowers the Lights and Turns Up the Heat Oct. 13 with Art After Dark

SEATTLE, Sept. 20, 2023—On Oct. 13 the Museum will hit new heights with flighty delights at the 21+ event, Art After Dark. A show in three...

Fashion Takes the Runway at The Museum of Flight Sept. 30

SEATTLE, Aug. 25, 2023—Fashion District NW and The Museum of Flight have partnered for Fashion in Flight, a red carpet event showcasing the...

Pavilion Rocks with HangarFest on Aug. 26

SEATTLE, Aug. 17, 2023—On Aug. 26 from 7-10 p.m., the Museum caps summer with HangarFest, its annual 21+ tasting party in the towering open-air...

Aug. 19 Lecture with NASA Astronaut and Artist Nicole Stott

SEATTLE, Aug. 10, 2023—On Aug. 19 at 2 p.m., NASA astronaut and Nicole Stott will talk about her missions on the International Space Station,...

Museum’s New Online Collection Reveals a Lifetime of Innovation by Aviation Icon Bill Lear

SEATTLE, June 28, 2023—The Museum of Flight Collections Department recently completed a project to catalog and digitize the world’s most...

MEDIA ALERT Media Preview for New Art+Flight Exhibition is June 8

Time: 11a.m. to 1 p.m.Who: Meet the artists and curators behind the Museum’s 6-month art exhibition and project Where: The Museum of...

Museum Awards $238,000 in Scholarships to 14 High School Students

SEATTLE, May 18, 2023—The Museum of Flight awarded $238,000 in scholarships to 14 Washington students for post-secondary education and...

May 20 Lecture and Book Signing with Author of New William E. Boeing Biography

SEATTLE, May 10, 2023—On May 20 Seattle author David D. Williams will shed new light on William E. Boeing’s life during a 2 p.m. lecture...

New Art+Flight Exhibition and Project Opens June 10

SEATTLE, May 3, 2023—On June 10, The Museum of Flight will boldly depart from its traditional flightpath to host a museum-wide,...

Museum’s New Website Is All About Accessibility

SEATTLE, April 27, 2023—The Museum of Flight recently released its redesigned website but doesn’t expect most people to notice anything...

Droids Will Deliver Delight at the The Museum of Flight April 29

SEATTLE, April 21, 2023—On April 29 the Museum’s galleries will be alive with dozens of droids with the Pacific NW R2 Club Expo. The...

Aviation and Space Leaders Talk Green on Earth Day

SEATTLE, April 13, 2023—The Museum celebrates Earth Day, April 22, with presentations and discussions with seven of today’s most...

Seattle's Spaceflight Mega Party is April 8: Yuri’s Night at The Museum of Flight

SEATTLE, March 30, 2023—Mission Control is ready for the April 8 liftoff of Seattle’s annual space age extravaganza-- Yuri’s Night....

April 8 Yuri’s Day is for Families Who Delight in Spaceflight

SEATTLE, March 28, 2023—The Museum celebrates spaceflight on April 8 with both daytime and nighttime events. Yuri’s Day offers...

Jan. 21 Program with Japanese American Animator Willie Ito

SEATTLE, Jan. 10, 2023—On Jan. 21, Japanese American Willie Ito will tell his inspiring story of how as a boy he learned to draw while...

Nov. 11 Veterans Day Celebration - Ceremony, Submariner, Film and Music

SEATTLE, Nov. 7, 2022—The Museum celebrates Nov. 11 Veterans Day with live music, a movie and a ceremony including keynote speaker retired U.S....

NASA Scientist Takes Us to the Moon on Nov. 12

SEATTLE, Nov. 3, 2022—On Nov. 12, Nujoud Merancy, Chief of the Exploration Mission Planning Office at NASA Johnson Space Center, will offer a...

Museum Offers Free Early Access for Families with Sensory Needs Oct. 8

SEATTLE, Sept. 30, 2022—On Oct. 8 from 8-10 a.m., the Museum offers free admission for families of children, teenagers and young adults with...

World War II Bomber Rides and Tours Aug. 8-14

SEATTLE, July 29, 2022—The Commemorative Air Force’s authentically restored World War II B-17 will be flying to the Museum for tours and rides Aug....

Museum Awards $238,000 in Scholarships to 16 High School Students

SEATTLE, May 18, 2022—The Museum of Flight awarded $238,000 in scholarships to 15 Washington students and one Oregon high school student for...

MEDIA ALERT Sunday update: Aircraft arrival and media flight delayed until Tuesday, May 17 (previously scheduled for Monday, May 16) Media flight on WWII Boeing B-29 bomber May 17 at 3:45 p.m.

SEATTLE, May 15, 2022—Doc, one of only two World War II B-29 bombers still flying, arrives at the Museum May 17 at 2:30 p.m., with a flight for the...

July 9 Opening for Museum’s Major Exhibition: The Walt Disney Studios and World War II

SEATTLE, May 5, 2022—This summer The Museum of Flight opens the Northwest premiere of the exhibition, The Walt Disney Studios and World War II, a...

May 20 Evening Event Looks at the Naughty Side of Airplane Art

SEATTLE, May 3, 2022—Military aircrews have long flown into battle emboldened by the artwork that decorated the nose of their planes. Nose Art After...

Museum Hosts B-29 Superfortress Flights and Tours May 19-22

SEATTLE, April 2, 2022—Doc, one of only two World War II B-29 bombers still flying, will be based at the Museum May 19-22 for rides and tours. This...

Women Military Veteran Fliers Share Exciting Stories During March 12 Program

SEATTLE, March 4, 2022—On March 12, the Museum will celebrate International Women in Aviation and Women’s History Month with an inspiring lecture and...

Martian Merriment at Museum Feb. 18-20

SEATTLE, Feb. 11, 2022—NASA’s Perseverance rover and Ingenuity helicopter landed on Mars Feb. 18, 2021, and The Museum of Flight is celebrating their...

Feb. 19-20 Show Puts Hundreds of Air, Sea, Land and Space Scale Models on Display

SEATTLE, Feb. 7, 2022—The Museum hosts one of North America’s largest displays of scale models on Feb. 19-20 with the 2022 NorthWest Scale Modelers...

Family Activities, Music and Comedy to Celebrate the Holidays Dec. 18

SEATTLE, Dec. 9, 2021—The Museum celebrates the holidays on Dec. 18 with sleds, songs and silliness. The activities begin at 10:30 a.m. with a...

Nov. 11 Veterans Day Ceremony Features Retired Air Force Senior Intelligence Officer

SEATTLE, Nov. 5, 2021—The keynote speaker at the Museum’s Nov. 11 Veterans Day Ceremony will be U. S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Robert “Bob” Otto, former...

Museum is First to Exhibit Full-Scale Mock-ups of NASA Mars Rover and Helicopter

SEATTLE, Oct. 22, 2021—On Oct. 30, The Museum of Flight will be the first site to exhibit NASA’s full-scale replicas of the Agency’s newest robotic...

Rare Short Films Now Online Digital Delights

SEATTLE, Sept. 24, 2021—Eighty-six selections from The Museum of Flight’s collection of rare, behind-the-scenes movies have been digitized for the...

The Museum of Flight and Japan’s Gifu-Kakamigahara Air and Space Museum Sign Partnership Agreement

SEATTLE, Sept. 15, 2021—The Museum of Flight and Japan’s Gifu-Kakamigahara Air and Space Museum signed a Partnership Agreement during a live virtual...

June 29 Press Preview for New Museum Exhibit, Stranger Than Fiction

SEATTLE, June 16, 2021—On June 29 at 10 a.m. there will be a press preview for The Museum of Flight’s new exhibit, Stranger Than Fiction: The...

New Museum Exhibit Opening July 3 is Stranger Than Fiction

SEATTLE, May 19, 2021—On July 3, The Museum of Flight opens Stranger Than Fiction: The Incredible Science of Aerospace Medicine, a new exhibition...

Museum Awards $226,000 in Scholarships to 14 High School Students

SEATTLE, May 12, 2021—The Museum of Flight awarded $226,000 in scholarships to 14 high school students for postsecondary education and flight...

Hearts Soar as Ambassador Animals Visit the Museum

SEATTLE, Feb. 10, 2021—Wild critters in the galleries would usually give the Museum’s Senior Curator cause for concern, but a recent visit by a trio...

Museum Space Mavens Offer Insights from Earth to Mars

SEATTLE, Feb. 9, 2021—NASA’s Perseverance Mars rover lands on the Red Planet Feb. 18, and the Museum is hosting two live, online panel programs to...

The Museum of Flight Reopens March 4

SEATTLE, Feb 9, 2020—The Museum of Flight reopens to the general public on Thursday March 4 through Sunday March 7, and will remain open every...

New Boeing Grant and Ongoing Investments Help Sustain and Develop Museum Programs

SEATTLE, Jan. 16, 2021—The Museum today announced that it has received new investments totaling $115,000 from The Boeing Company. The funds will...

Bloodworks Northwest Offers Pop-Up Donor Center at Museum of Flight

SEATTLE, Sept. 28, 2020—The Museum of Flight is partnering with Bloodworks Northwest to conduct a pop-up donor center at the Museum on Oct. 7, 9 and...

All Systems Green for Museum Reopening Sept. 5

SEATTLE, Aug. 26, 2020—The Museum of Flight begins a phased reopening to the general public on Sept. 5-7 Labor Day Weekend, following two days of...

Museum Awards 14 Post-Secondary Scholarships to Washington State Teens

SEATTLE, Aug. 21, 2020—The Museum of Flight’s Boeing Academy for STEM Learning awarded $217,000 in scholarships to 14 Washington state high school...

Museum Announces New Vice President of Education

SEATTLE, July 21, 2020—Dr. Dana Riley Black, former Assistant Superintendent of Everett Public Schools in Washington state, is now The Museum of...

Bloodworks Northwest Offers Pop-Up Donor Center at The Museum of Flight

SEATTLE, July 15, 2020—The Museum of Flight is partnering with Bloodworks Northwest to conduct a Pop-Up Donor Center at the Museum on July 29, 31 and...

Hope and Home Triumph in Museum’s Photography Contest

SEATTLE, May 29, 2020—Images of hope and flying home are winners of the Museum’s annual Spirit of Flight juried photography exhibition. The finalists...

Museum to Host NASA SpaceX Crew Dragon Launch Party -- Again

SEATTLE, May 28, 2020—On May 30 at 11:30 a.m. PDT the Museum will host a live online launch party for the rescheduled launch of NASA SpaceX Demo-2....

The Museum of Flight’s Students are Flying High

SEATTLE, April 24, 2020—The Museum of Flight’s Aeronautical Science Pathway (ASP) program for high school students wanting to pursue careers in...

Museum’s Yuri’s Night Space Party 2020 Launches Nov. 20

SEATTLE, April 23, 2020—The postponed April Yuri’s Night at The Museum of Flight spaceflight party has been rescheduled Nov. 20, and revelers can...

Museum Awarded Major Grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities

SEATTLE, April 17, 2020—The National Endowment for the Humanities has recently awarded The Museum of Flight a $236,000 grant to process and digitize...

Museum Discovers Lost da Vinci Masterpiece in Airplane

SEATTLE, April 1, 2020—The Museum of Flight today, April 1, announced that the fabric covering of its rare, World War I Italian aircraft, Caproni...

The Museum of Flight is Now in Your Home

SEATTLE, March 27, 2020—Today The Museum of Flight at Home opened its doors. This dynamic new website offers the full range of the Museum experience...

The Museum of Flight Temporarily Suspends Public Operations

SEATTLE, March 11, 2020—Conforming to guidelines set by King County and the State of Washington to minimize the spread of COVID-19, and in keeping...

Students at the Museum to Speak with a NASA Astronaut Aboard Space Station March 2

SEATTLE, Feb. 27, 2020—On March 2, hundreds of greater Seattle middle and high school students will meet in The Museum of Flight's theater as the big...

Museum Host’s World’s First Army Enlistment Ceremony from Space Feb. 26

SEATTLE, Feb. 21, 2020—It’s not quite the Space Force, but it will be the first-ever U.S. military oath of enlistment ceremony from space. On Feb. 26...

Museum Adds Historic Army Helicopter to Collection Feb. 8

SEATTLE, Feb. 3, 2020—A recently retired, veteran U.S. Army Boeing CH-47D Chinook helicopter will make a new home at the Museum on Feb. 8. Nicknamed...

Museum Even More of a Happy Haven for Young Tech Geeks Feb. 8

SEATTLE, Jan. 29, 2019—On Feb. 8 two perennial favorites at the Museum provide both a wonderland and a haven for young geeks: the Popsicle Stick...

Washington State Underserved Middle School Youths Served by Aerospace Pros at Museum Feb. 1

SEATTLE, Jan. 22, 2020—On Feb. 1, over 150 Washington state underserved middle school students and their parents will enjoy a free day of activities...

Spaceflight Can Kill You: Fallen Astronauts Remembered with Displays and Lecture Jan. 24-Feb. 2

SEATTLE, Jan. 16, 2020—This year may be the beginning of another era in spaceflight, with plans for new Boeing and SpaceX crewed spaceships on NASA...

Santa Claus Lands a Plane, Caspar Babypants Sings on Dec. 14

SEATTLE, Nov. 26, 2019—Santa is letting his reindeer rest up for Christmas Eve, so he and Mrs. Claus will fly an airplane to the Museum’s holiday...

The Museum of Flight Announces New Online Access to Rocketry Archives

SEATTLE, Nov. 6, 2019—The Museum has launched a major new online resource for images and research papers that document the growth of the model...

Museum Screens Boeing Jetliner Video Series Nov. 2 and 9

SEATTLE, Oct. 29, 2019—The Museum of Flight collaborated with Boeing and the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics to produce six...

New Film Struggles with Vietnam Veterans’ War and Peace

SEATTLE, Oct. 23, 2019—On Nov. 9—Veterans Day Weekend—filmmakers Dave Merlino and Dustin Sweet screen their new documentary, Apache Blues: Welcome...

A Patriotic Nov. 11 Veterans Day at The Museum of Flight

SEATTLE, Oct. 21, 2019—The Museum honors Veterans Day, Nov. 11, with special programs and free Museum admission for veterans and active military. The...

Filmmakers Screen New World War II Documentary Oct. 26

SEATTLE, Oct. 11, 2019—Film director Michael Sellers and actor Michael Cudlitz from HBO's Band of Brothers will be at the Museum Oct. 26 to screen...

Museum Hosts Royal Air Force Red Arrows Aerobatic Team In First Seattle Demo Sept. 23

SEATTLE, Sept. 10, 2019—The UK’s celebrated Royal Air Force aerobatic display team, the Red Arrows, will make their first-ever visit to Seattle on...

Museum Extends Hours Aug. 28-Sept. 2 for Destination Moon: The Apollo 11 Mission Exhibit Final Days

TUKWILA, Wash., Aug. 26, 2019—The exhibition Destination Moon: The Apollo 11 Mission has set attendance records at The Museum of Flight—130,000...

Science and Art Merge on Space Art Day Aug. 25

TUKWILA, Aug. 16, 2019—Science and art merge during this family-friendly day filled with space-themed activities, art displays, virtual reality...

Aviation Engine Exhibit Opens Aug. 17

SEATTLE, Aug. 16, 2019—A new exhibit at The Museum of Flight, This Way Up: Aircraft Engine Design, demonstrates the evolution and impact of aviation...

Aug. 25 Special Screening of Film About the Artist Who Inspired the Space Race Generation

TUKWILA, Wash., Aug. 8, 2019—On Aug. 25 there will be a special screening of the acclaimed documentary film, Chesley Bonestell: A Brush with the...

The Museum of Flight Welcomes Matthew R. Burchette as its New Senior Curator

SEATTLE, July 2, 2019—After an extensive two-year search, The Museum of Flight today announced that Matthew R. Burchette will assume the role of its...

July 4 Free 5 to 9 p.m. and Destination Moon Exhibit Only $10

TUKWILA, June 26, 2019—On July 4, Museum visitors can celebrate the 50th anniversary of one of the greatest American achievements—the first Moon...

Space Expert Presents Children’s Book About Space Race

SEATTLE, June 14, 2019—On June 23, down-to-Earth space journalist and broadcaster Sarah Cruddas will talk about her new children's book The Space...

Summer Celebrations of Moon Landing Topped with a Concert with ABC’s American Idol® Top 10 with Season 2 Winner Laine Hardy

TUKWILA, May 28, 2019—The Museum aims to be the world’s best destination to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Moon landing with an extravagant...

Sunday May 19 Speaker Aims to Save the Moon Landing Sites

SEATTLE, May 16, 2019—Michelle Hanlon of For All Moonkind.org is working to ensure the six Apollo and other early lunar landing sites are recognized...

France Awards Legion of Honor to Three Washington State World War II Veterans at Museum May 10

SEATTLE, May 9, 2019—On May 10 the Museum will host a presentation ceremony for the French Legion of Honor medal to four Washington-resident World...

Spaceflight Author’s Presentation Recalls Apollo 10 on May 18

SEATTLE, May 7, 2019—Fifty years ago this week, NASA’s Apollo 10 mission flew almost to the surface of the Moon as a “dress rehearsal” for Apollo...

Free Admission for Moms on Mother’s Day May 12

SEATTLE, May 5, 2019—The Museum is celebrating all moms. Mothers accompanied by their kids (of any age) receive FREE general admission on Sunday, May...

Northwest Filmmakers Screen Their Sci-Fi Movie May 11

On May 4 at 2:30 p.m. there will be special screening of the locally-produced sci-fi feature, Prospect. The film’s creators will attend an...

Special Agent Recalls Sleuthing for Missing Moon Rocks May 4

SEATTLE, April 27, 2019—On May, 4 Joe Gutheinz, aka The Moon Rock Hunter, will talk about on his journey to locate and recover some of the most...

Museum Awards Fourteen Post-Secondary Scholarships to Seattle Area Teens

SEATTLE, April 18, 2019—The Museum of Flight’s Boeing Academy for STEM Learning annual scholarship program awarded $314,500 in scholarships to 12...

Northwest Businesses Partner with Museum to Celebrate Moon Landing with “Seattle’s Summer of Space”

TUKWILA, April 11, 2019—Moon Rocks chocolate bars anyone? In conjunction with the Museum’s Destination Moon: The Apollo 11 Mission exhibition, from...

Destination Moon: The Apollo 11 Mission Exhibition Opens April 13 with a Weekend Celebration

TUKWILA, Wash., April 11, 2019—Like the deep first rumble of a rocket launch, international momentum is building for this summer’s July celebration...

April 11 Press Preview for Destination Moon: The Apollo 11 Mission Exhibition

TUKWILA, Wash., April 3, 2019—Like the deep first rumble of a rocket launch, international momentum is building for this summer’s July celebration of...

Press Preview April 11 for Destination Moon: The Apollo 11 Mission Exhibition

TUKWILA, Wash., March 1, 2019—On April 11 at 10 a.m. there will be a preview for the media of the Museum’s signature exhibition of 2019, Destination...

Annual Yuri’s Night Dance Party Launches Apollo 11 Exhibition

SEATTLE, Jan 30, 2019—The annual Yuri’s Night 21+ dance party at The Museum of Flight is April 12, and this year it offers a preview of the new...

Exclusive Feb. 10 Tours of 747 Lounge for Jumbo Jet’s 50th Anniversary

SEATTLE, Jan. 28, 2019—The Museum’s iconic Boeing 747 prototype first took flight on February 9, 1969, and in celebration of this 50th anniversary...

NASA Astronaut Greg “Ray J” Johnson Speaks Feb. 2

SEATTLE, Jan. 28, 2019—On Feb. 2, astronaut Greg “Ray J” Johnson will talk about his adventures as a NASA pilot flying everything from the space...

Museum Admission Free for Furloughed Feds

SEATTLE, Jan. 15, 2019—The Museum has some good news for federal workers affected by the shut-down: it is now offering free admission to U.S. federal...

Tickets Now on Sale for Destination Moon: The Apollo 11 Mission Exhibition

This exhibit is closed. Please come back for APOLLO, reopening in November, 2019Learn moreSEATTLE, Jan. 11, 2019—Tickets are now on sale for the...

Airport Beekeeper Shows Sweeter Side of Sea-Tac

SEATTLE, Jan. 3, 2019—A Museum program Jan. 19 looks at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport’s on-site Flight Path project that encompasses wild bee...

Museum Honors Ugly Holiday Sweaters Dec. 20-21

SEATTLE, Dec. 20, 2018—The Museum of Flight loves ugly sweaters. As a champion and home of underappreciated and derided flight apparel, the Museum is...

NBA Superstar Invited to Museum’s Apollo 11 Exhibit

SEATTLE, Dec. 14, 2018— Earlier this week Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors sent shockwaves through NASA and the nation’s educational...

New Photo Exhibit Exposes Alien Tracks on the Moon

SEATTLE, Dec. 13, 2018—On Dec. 21 the Museum opens Lunar Focus: A 21st Century Photography Exhibit, an interactive display of recent images of the...

Apollo 11 Spacecraft Lands in Seattle

SEATTLE, Dec. 6, 2018—The historic spacecraft that astronauts flew to the first Moon landing will be the centerpiece of the Museum’s signature 2019...

Nov. 29 Reception and Lecture with Neil Armstrong Biographer James Hansen

SEATTLE, Nov. 2, 2018—James Hansen, author of the bestselling First Man: The Life of Neil A. Armstrong, will be at the Museum for a public reception,...

A Weekend of Military Events for Veterans Day

SEATTLE, Oct. 30, 2018—Sunday, Nov. 11, is the 100th anniversary of the end of World War 1, and the Museum celebrates the day with patriotic music,...

Annual Space Expo Mind Melds Art and Tech Nov. 2-3

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NASA Chief Historian Speaks at Museum Oct. 6

SEATTLE, Sept. 27, 2018—Celebrating NASA’s 60 anniversary—Oct. 1—the agency’s Chief Historian, Bill Barry, will be at the Museum on Oct. 6 with a...

Free Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day Sept 22

SEATTLE, Sept. 7, 2018--The Museum of Flight offers free admission on Saturday, Sept. 22, with the presentation of a Smithsonian Museum Day ticket....

Sept. 8 Lecture and Book Signing Recalls Alaska Airlines' Jewish Refugee Rescue in 1948

SEATTLE, Aug. 30, 2018--On Sept. 8 author Darragh Metzger discusses her new book Alaska Over Israel, the story of how in 1948 a small, struggling...

Secret CIA Flights from Taiwan Revealed in Sept. 1 Lecture

SEATTLE, Aug. 23, 2018--On Sept. 1 the Museum will present the story of how CIA pilots of the Republic of China Air Force (Taiwan) "Black Bat...

Jet Blast Bash Festival Brings Fans to the Blue Angels Flightline Aug. 4-5 Weekend

SEATTLE, July 19, 2018--The Museum's Aug. 4-5 Seafair weekend outdoor festival-by-the-flightline, Jet Blast Bash, offers fast planes, fast cars,...

Orbis MD-10 Flying Eye Hospital at Museum for Tours July 28-29, Aug. 4-5

SEATTLE, July 16, 2018--A former FedEx MD-10 cargo plane converted into the world's only flying eye care teaching hospital will make its first visit...

B-52 Bomber Takes to the Freeways From Everett to Museum in Seattle June 2-3

SEATTLE, May 23, 2018--After 26 years of open storage at Paine Field, Everett, the Museum's 1959 Boeing B-52 bomber will be moved to the Museum's...

New Vietnam Air War Exhibit Opens Memorial Day Weekend

SEATTLE, April 26, 2018--On May 26 the Museum opens "Vietnam Divided: War Above Southeast Asia," a permanent addition to the Museum's glass-walled...

Tough Tomcat Talks May 5

SEATTLE, April 25, 2018--On Saturday, May 5, three former F-14 Tomcat pilots will share their stories about flying the famous swing-wing jet fighter...

"Space Barons" Lecture and Book Signing April 25 with Washington Post's Christian Davenport

SEATTLE, April 13, 2018--On April 25 Peabody award winning author Christian Davenport talks about his new book "The Space Barons: Elon Musk, Jeff...

Exclusive Free Screenings of New "Lost in Space" Series April 21

SEATTLE, April 12, 2018--On April 21 Netflix comes to the Museum with Seattle's only big screen showings of its epic new Lost in Space series. The...

Revolutionary New Museum Exhibit Looks at Seeds of Flight

SEATTLE, March 31, 2018-The Museum's latest exhibit, Strangers to These Lands, examines a specific history of flight in the natural world-the...

Museum Opens Early on April 8 for Sensory Day

SEATTLE, March 29, 2018--The Museum will be open free April 8 from 8-10 a.m. for those with autism spectrum disorder and their families in...

Museum Recognizes NASA Climate Day April 7

SEATTLE, March 27, 2018--NASA, The Glenda Project, Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium, University of Washington SPACE Ambassadors, University of...

MEDIA ALERT -- Young Women Meet Aerospace Mentors March 22-23

SEATTLE, March 19, 2018--Women Fly is The Museum of Flight's annual event for girls interested in aviation, aerospace, and STEM futures. Four hundred...

April 5 Free First Thursday Features 5th Avenue Theatre's "Rosie the Riveter" Musical

SEATTLE, March 19, 2018--On April 5 at 6 p.m., the 5th Avenue Theatre's Adventure Musical Theatre Touring Company presents "Rosie the Riveter," a...

March 14 Lecture and Book Signing with "How to Bake Pi" Author, Eugenia Cheng

SEATTLE, March 7, 2018--The Museum celebrates Pi Day with mathematician, speaker and author Eugenia Cheng, who will serve her recipes for math...

Museum's Method of Madness During March is Martian

SEATTLE, March 5, 2018--The Museum's annual Mars Madness program begins March 10 with the first of three weekend lectures about the exploration of...

Museum Announces New Flight Training and University Scholarships

SEATTLE, Feb. 20, 2018--The Museum of Flight's Boeing Academy for STEM Learning proudly announced it will award scholarships in pilot flight training...

Panel of Flight Experts Looks at All Perspectives of Aviation Safety on Feb. 10

SEATTLE, Feb. 7, 2018--The subject of commercial aviation safety will be discussed from the perspective of expert pilots, aircraft designers and...

A Happy Haven for Young Engineering Geeks Feb. 10

SEATTLE, Feb. 5, 2018--On Feb. 10 two free, perennial events provide a wonderland and a haven for young geeks when the Popsicle Stick Bridge Building...

Nov. 4-5 Museum Programs Focus on War Propaganda

SEATTLE, Oct. 25, 2017--Aviation as a force of war since 1914 is examined from many perspectives all Nov. 4-5 weekend. The programs include aircraft...

Three Navy EA-18G Growler Jets Fly To Museum Oct. 12

SEATTLE, Oct. 11, 2017--Three frontline Navy EA-18G Growler electronic attack jets will fly to the Museum on Oct. 12 to preside over the donation of...

Free "Exploration Expo" Showcases Museum Education Programs for All Ages

SEATTLE, Sept. 28, 2017--The Museum is free on Oct. 5 from 5 to 9 p.m. and will showcase a variety of innovative education programs around the...

The Museum of Flight Announces Largest Bequest

SEATTLE, Sept. 26, 2017--The Museum of Flight has received the largest bequest in its 52-year history, a donation of more than $17 million from the...

The Force is with the Museum on Star Wars Reads Day Oct. 7

SEATTLE, Sept. 18, 2017--On Oct. 7 The Museum of Flight welcomes friendly visitors from all galaxies, no matter how far, far away, as it participates...

Reception, Lecture and Book Signing with Author of "Mars: Our Future on the Red Planet"

SEATTLE, Sept. 18, 2017--The Museum offers an evening reception, lecture and book signing with award-winning journalist Leonard David, as he talks...

Museum Ready for Model Rocketeers Sept. 23

SEATTLE, Sept. 14, 2017--The Museum celebrates 50 years of the Estes Astron Alpha model rocket with a special display by the National Association of...

Boeing 737 Lecture and Book Signing Sept. 16

SEATTLE, Sept. 8, 2017-On Sept. 16 the Museum hosts a lecture and book signing with Capt. Dan Dornseif, author of the new Boeing 737 - The World's...

Museum Screens Acclaimed Documentary About Ivy League Flyers in WWI

SEATTLE, Aug. 30, 2017--On Sept. 9, the Museum presents a special screening of The Millionaires' Unit-U.S. Naval Aviators in the First World War, the...

Girl Scouts Can Earn Badge with Museum Program

Girls play Women Air Force Service Pilots during Sept. 9 Living History Experience, and earn a Girl Scout badge SEATTLE, Aug. 28, 2017--Girl Scouts...

1960s Space Plane Subject of Aug. 26 Lecture and Book Signing

SEATTLE, Aug. 24, 2017--On Aug. 26, the Museum hosts a lecture and book signing with author Michelle Evans, who will talk about her new book, The...

NASA Airborne Mission to Solar Eclipse Based at Museum Aug. 20-21

SEATTLE, Aug. 8, 2017--On Aug. 21, the Museum and NASA partner for a free event watching the first total solar eclipse over the entire US in 99...

Solar Eclipses Shine in Lecture and Book Signing July 29

SEATTLE, July 25, 2017--On July 29, author, astronomer, artist, and professor Tyler Nordgrendescribes how different cultures interpret eclipses...

Vietnam War Fighter Pilot Presents His Story of Six Years as a POW

SEATTLE, June 26, 2017--On July 1, retired USAF Col. Ken Cordier recalls his amazing story of patriotism and endurance as a fighter pilot and POW...

Free Friday Fire Engine Fun For Kids June 30

SEATTLE, June 26, 2017--It's free fire engine fun on Friday, June 30, as the King County Fire and Life Safety Association hosts the annual Kids...

Free Friday Fire Engine Fun For Kids June 30

SEATTLE, June 26, 2017--It's free fire engine fun on Friday, June 30, as the King County Fire and Life Safety Association hosts the annual Kids...

New Documentary of Woman Aviation Pioneer Makes Seattle Premiere July 8

SEATTLE, June 21, 2017--On July 8, The Museum hosts Seattle's premiere of a new documentary about one of the most sensational women pilots of the...

Dads Free and Drones Rule on Father's Day June 18

SEATTLE, June 2, 2017--Father's Day will be a "Drone-stravaganza," with free admission for dads, and activities for drone pilots of all skill levels....

World War II Bomber and Fighter Aircraft Rides at Museum June 23-25

SEATTLE, June 7, 2017-The steady rumble of World War II airplanes will resonate at The Museum of Flight June 23-25, while a group of four rare and...

Dads Can Drone as Much as They Want During Father's Day Weekend Drone-stravaganza June 17-18

SEATTLE, June 2, 2017--It will be a "Drone-stravaganza" all Father's Day weekend at the Museum, with activities for drone pilots of all skill levels....

Helicopters Hover to Museum for Free Air Show June 10

SEATTLE, May 31, 2017--The admission-free, all-helicopter American Heroes Air Show lands at The Museum of Flight on June 10 from 10 a.m to 4 p.m. The...

May 20 Music and Drinks Event Features Apollo 8 Astronaut and Best-Selling Space Author

SEATTLE, May 11, 2017--On May 20, The Museum of Flight hosts a 1960s-themed music and drinks event, Earthrise: An Evening with Apollo 8, with special...

The "Baby Boeing" 737 Turns the Big Five-O with a Birthday Party at the Museum on April 9

SEATTLE, April 5, 2017—On April 9, the Museum will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Boeing 737's first flight. A panel presentation at noon will...

The Birdie Has Landed... at The Museum of Flight

SEATTLE, March 30, 2017--Some 45 years after tee off, a golf ball, believed to have been the very same ball Alan Shepard shanked on the Moon was...

The "Baby Boeing" 737 Turns the Big Five-O with a Birthday Party at the Museum on April 9

SEATTLE, March 13, 2017--On April 9, the Museum will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Boeing 737's first flight. A panel presentation at noon...

Feb. 18 Lecture and Book Signing Recalls The Museum of Flight's Colorful History

SEATTLE, Feb. 1, 2017--Author Howard Lovering presents an insider's look at The Museum of Flight during his Feb. 18 lecture and booking signing about...

Taiwanese Air Force Missions of the Cold War Highlight Feb. 2 Lunar New Year Free Events

SEATTLE, Jan. 26, 2017--On Feb. 2, Free First Thursday from 5-9 p.m. the Museum celebrates the "Year of the Rooster" with fun family activities, plus...

Museum a Happy Haven for Young Engineering Geeks Feb. 4

SEATTLE, Jan. 26, 2017--On Feb. 4 two free, perennial events provide a wonderland and a haven for young geeks when the Popsicle Stick Bridge Building...

Museum Remembers Fallen Astronauts Jan. 27-Feb. 5

SEATTLE, Jan. 20, 2017--From Jan. 27-Feb. 5 the Museum pays tribute to the astronauts who were lost in the quest to explore outer space. The...

Astronaut Dr. Michael R. Barratt Featured Speaker Feb. 4

SEATTLE, Jan. 10, 2017--On Feb. 4 at 2 p.m., astronaut Dr. Michael R. Barratt will deliver an inspiring and family-friendly presentation at The...

Major New Space Race Exhibit Opens May 20

SEATTLE, Jan. 4, 2017--On May 20, 2017, The Museum of Flight will open an exciting exhibit about the American and Soviet "Space Race" to the Moon...

Dec. 17 Program Has Friendly Focus on Furry Fliers

SEATTLE, Dec. 12, 2016--A presentation at the Museum of Dec. 17 at 2 p.m. is geared toward animal-loving aviators. The program will focus on the...

Santa Flies Airplane to Museum for Holiday Party Dec. 10

SEATTLE, Nov. 30, 2016--Santa is letting his reindeer rest up for Christmas Eve, so he and Mrs. Claus will fly a vintage propeller plane to the...

Lectures and Book Signings with Northwest Authors Dec. 3

SEATTLE, Nov. 29, 2016--On Dec. 3 the Museum presents "Words on Wings," a literary event with four Pacific Northwest aviation-themed writers. The...

Veterans Day Honors Military Service

SEATTLE, Nov. 1, 2016--The Museum honors United States military service personnel on Veterans Day, Nov. 11th. All U.S. veterans and current U.S....

Museum Showcases Its Wonderful World of STEM Education Oct. 16

SEATTLE, Sept. 30, 2016--The Museum of Flight unleashes all of its STEM-based education activities for "Exploration Expo," a free family event Oct....

Museum Showcases Its Wonderful World of STEM Education Oct. 16

SEATTLE, Sept. 30, 2016--The Museum of Flight unleashes all of its STEM-based education activities for "Exploration Expo," a free family event Oct....

Museum Hosts "Spaceman: An Evening with Astronaut Mike Massimino" Oct. 14

SEATTLE, Sept. 13, 2016--On Oct. 14 the Museum hosts "Spaceman: An Evening with Astronaut Mike Massimino," a reception, lecture and book signing with...

Free First Flights for Girls Sept. 24-25

SEATTLE, Sept. 16, 2016--The Museum of Flight is offering free first flights in small planes to girls and young women on Sept. 24-25, 11 a.m to 5...

Museum Event with Author Julian Guthrie and XPRIZE Spaceflight Luminaries Oct. 17

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SEATTLE, Sept 12, 2016--The Museum will host a reception and panel with best-selling author Julian Guthrie, who will discuss her new...

Museum's Collection Adds Veteran Army Helicopter in November--With a Visit of the Active Duty Chopper Saturday Sept. 10

SEATTLE, Sept 9, 2016--The Museum will add a U.S. Army Boeing CH-47D Chinook helicopter to its collection in the fall, and this active duty helo will...

U.S. Army Pilot Amber Smith Lecture and Book Signing Sept. 17

SEATTLE, Sept. 8, 2016--Former U.S. Army helicopter pilot Amber Smith visits the Museum on Sept. 17 to talk about her new book, "Danger Close: My...

Museum to be Permanent Home to U.S. Navy F/A-18 Blue Angel

SEATTLE, Aug. 15, 2016--The National Naval Aviation Museum has granted The Museum of Flight the permanent loan of a McDonnell Douglas F/A-18C retired...

Woodland Park Zoo Curator Reveals How Snakes Travel on Planes

SEATTLE, July 20, 2016--On July 30 at 2 p.m., Martin Ramirez, Curator of Mammals at Woodland Park Zoo will share air cargo stories of how wild...

Wells Fargo Expands Educational Partnership with The Museum of Flight

SEATTLE, July 20, 2016--At a luncheon ceremony held on July 15 at The Museum of Flight, Wells Fargo announced a new educational commitment--with a...

Photographer Navid Baraty Shows How His Images Became High and Mighty

SEATTLE, July 1, 2016--There will be a presentation by photographer Navid Baraty at the Museum on July 9 at 1 p.m. Baraty is known for his beautiful...

Food in the Air and Space on Menu for Weekend Events June 11-12

SEATTLE, June 8, 2016--The Museum's 1960s Centennial Celebration weekend highlights include author and food historian Richard Foss presentations...

March 16 Program at Museum Looks at Space in the U.S.-Japan Alliance

Mansfield Foundation public symposium offers dialogue with
Japanese and American space expertsSEATTLE, March 11, 2016--Following the private,...

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Museum Pops With Popsicle Stick Bridge Contest and Engineering Fair Feb. 8

Annual events showcase broken bridges and high tech careers
SEATTLE, Jan. 23, 2013--Science and engineering enthusiasts will find a home at The...

Memorial of Southeast Asia U.S. Air Force Operations Unveiled at Museum Nov. 10

Ceremony includes fly-in by Museum's Cessna O-2A warbirdSEATTLE, Oct. 29, 2013--A large, bronze sculpture depicting a map of the U.S. Air Force...

Military and Civil Helicopters Displayed at

 Military and Civil Helicopters Displayed at  American Heroes Air Show
6th annual fly-in at The Museum of Flight highlights public service June...

Museum's Historic Boeing 727 Prototype Ready to Fly

60s jet will fly to Museum from Paine Field March 2--weather permittingBoeing 727 prototype
SEATTLE, Feb. 26, 2016--The Museum of Flight's...

New Documentary Film Screens Jan. 9 with Director

Film "Eleven" illuminates service of World War II's Naval aviatorsUSS Wasp burning 1942
SEATTLE, Dec. 28, 2015--On Jan. 9 at 2 p.m. The Museum of...

Santa Flies to Museum Dec. 12

Annual "Santa's Landing Party" fills galleries with holiday music and cheerSEATTLE, Nov. 25, 2015--Santa's Landing Party at The Museum of Flight...

P-51 Mustang Rides Again During Dec. 5 Lecture and Book Signing

Author Cory Graff talks about "P-51 Mustang: Seventy-Five Years of America's Most Famous Warbird"SEATTLE, Nov. 24, 2015--On Dec. 5 at 2 p.m., Flying...

Museum Reveals Historic Rocket Engines from Apollo 12 and Apollo 16

SEATTLE, Nov. 19, 2015--At a press conference today--on the anniversary of the Apollo 12 Moon landing on Nov. 19, 1969--The Museum of Flight made the...

Museum and Seattle Repertory Theatre Partner on Program Nov. 21

Seattle Rep creative team offers behind-the-scenes look at their new musical, "Come From Away" SEATTLE, Nov. 12, 2015--On Nov. 21 at noon, The Museum...

Vietnam War American Fighter Ace to Speak Nov. 14

U. S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Steve Ritchie and his wife Mariana speak about fighting for democracy and winning freedom from CommunismBrig. Gen. Steve...

Museum Free for Veterans and Current U.S. Military on Veterans Day

Nov. 11 programs include live concertSEATTLE, Nov. 3, 2015--On Veteran's Day, Nov. 11, all U.S. veterans and current U.S. military personnel will be...

Lecture and Book Signing Oct. 31 with Author S.J. McCormack

New novel, "Night Witch," is tale of World War II Soviet women pilotsSoviet Star on Yak-9
SEATTLE, May 19, 2015--On Oct. 31, Northwest author S.J....

Oct. 17 Presentation Offers an Astrophysicist's and a Composer's Cosmos

"The Origin of the Universe and Everything in It" through science,
imagery and musicSEATTLE, Oct. 7, 2015--On Oct. 17 at 2 p.m., the Museum offers...

Temporary Closures for the Museum of Flight Airpark and Space Gallery Oct. 12-21

Closures come from moving the 787 and B-17 from Airpark to new
Aviation Pavilion, last chance to tour 787 until summer 2016SEATTLE, Oct. 1,...

Museum's Free Thursday Becomes Astronomy Day Oct. 1

Astronomy clubs, sky watching, and special presentation by UW Prof at 6 p.m.photo of Carina Nebula
SEATTLE, Sept. 26--Free Thursday, Oct. 1, is...

Delta Air Lines Celebrates National Girls in Aviation Day with All-Girls Flight from Minn. to Museum of Flight Sept. 26

Arrival at 9:30 a.m. to Museum parking lot, day of Museum activities with NASA and Museum staff planned for passengersSEATTLE, Sept. 25 --...

The Museum of Flight Honors Aerospace Pathfinders on Oct. 24

Museum's prestigious Pathfinder Awards this year recognize The Boeing Company and Ford Motor Company leader Alan Mulally, aviation and tourism...

Museum's NASA Mars Week Features Astronauts, Events and Exhibit Sept. 22-27

"Journey to Mars" exhibit opens with press event Sept. 22SEATTLE, Sept. 17, 2015
--From Sept. 22-27 the Museum hosts NASA's new interactive...

Intelligence Agency Historian Reveals Secrets from Space Sept. 19

Expert will highlight satellite intelligence programsSEATTLE, Sept. 15, 2015--The secret is out. A Sept. 19 lecture and presentation by Dr. James...

Pilots Share Wild Tales About Being "Wild Weasels"

Aug. 29 program looks at being on the first line of offense in air combatSEATTLE, Aug. 17, 2015--On Aug. 29, two former U.S. Air Force pilots share...

The Museum of Flight Celebrates 50th Birthday Sept. 19

50-cent admission, 1960s theme, contests, prizes all daySEATTLE, May 19, 2015--On Sept. 19, the Museum celebrates the big five-o with an all-day...

New Exhibit Explores Spaceflight Fifty Years Ago

NASA's Gemini V orbital mission tested the limits of astronauts' enduranceSEATTLE, Aug. 12­­, 2015--On Aug. 21, The Museum of Flight opens a new...

Extreme Space Medicine Gets Check Up July 25

NASA flight surgeon lectures about living in space and other wild placesSEATTLE, July 13, 2015--At 1 p.m. on July 25, NASA flight surgeon David P....

High School Students Graduate from The Museum of Flight's First Private Pilot Ground School

Museum's education program helps students take their first steps
to become pilotsSEATTLE, July 13, 2015--July 10 was graduation day for 50 high...

Plutopalooza Looks Up to Close Encounter with Pluto July 19

NASA's New Horizons July probe to Pluto spotlightedSEATTLE, July 8, 2015--On July 19, the Museum celebrates one of the longest journeys in...

Experts Detail Origins of Air Combat in World War I Symposium July 18

Authors discuss early innovations that changed historySEATTLE, July 7, 2015--On July 18 at 2 p.m., The Museum of Flight, in conjunction with the...

Free Admission for Boeing Employees and Guests July 18

Museum celebrates The Boeing Company's 99th birthdaySEATTLE, July 7, 2015--The Museum of Flight celebrates the 99th anniversary of the founding of...

NASA Expert Delivers Rover's Messages from Mars July 12

Lecture details the search for ancient Martian habitatsSEATTLE, July 6, 2015--On July 12 at 2 p.m., NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory engineer Steve Lee...

NASA Expert Delivers Rover's Messages from Mars July 12

Lecture details the search for ancient Martian habitatsSEATTLE, July 6, 2015--On July 12 at 2 p.m., NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory engineer Steve Lee...

Museum's Public Art Project Hits the Town

Life-size 'astronaut' statues in over two dozen Puget Sound locationsSEATTLE, June 24, 2014--
The Museum of Flight wrapped up deliveries today for...

June 26-28 Museum Hosts Flights in World War II Bombers and Fighter Aircraft

MEDIA ALERT- Media flight Friday June 26 at 2 p.m.SEATTLE, June 24, 2014--
A media flight on a Boeing B-17 bomber will be at 2 p.m., Friday, June...

June 20 Lecture and Book Signing Gives Insider's Story to Mars Rover

Red planet report from Rob Manning, Chief Engineer of "Curiosity" rover SEATTLE, June 16, 2015--On June 20 at 2 p.m., the Museum hosts a lecture and...

June 26-28 Museum Hosts Flights in World War II Bombers and Fighter Aircraft

Collings Foundation World War II B-17, B-24, B-25 and P-51
"Wings of Freedom Tour"SEATTLE, June 16, 2014--The steady rumble of World War II bomber...

Museum Offers Free Admission for Dads on Father's Day

Event also celebrates Boeing Company 99-year anniversary with
big discounts for Boeing employee families and guestsSEATTLE, June 15, 2015--The...

Last Flight of Navy Electronic Warfare Jet Will Be to The Museum of Flight May 27

SEATTLE, May 14, 2015--The last active duty flight of this Navy electronic warfare Grumman EA-6B Prowler jet will be to The Museum of Flight on May...

Museum Wraps Aerospace-Themed Geocache Contest with May 16 Award Program

Private space explorer Richard Garriott de Cayeux helps kick off the event Image of Richard Garriott de Cayeux
SEATTLE, May 11, 2015--Space...

May 23 Lecture and Book Signing About "Hughes After Howard"

Ken Richardson talks about leading Hughes Aircraft Company after HughesSEATTLE, May 11, 2015--A May 23, 2 p.m. lecture and book signing with former...

Berlin Airlift Photo Book Lecture and Book Signing May 16

Armed Forces Day Celebrated with Author Bruce McAllister SEATTLE, May 8, 2015--On May 16 at 2 p.m., the Museum celebrates Armed Forces Day with a...

Museum Launches New Space Movie

"Journey to Space" opens May 23, astronaut Nick Patrick
guest speaker at May 15 preview event at MuseumSEATTLE, May 5, 2015--The new IMAX(R)...

Air Force F-22 Raptors Receive Fans at Museum May 9-10

SEATTLE, April 28, 2015--A rare, public showing of United States Air Force's premier current fighter, the Lockheed F-22 Raptor, will be at the Museum...

Museum Opens New Education Center on May 7

Alaska Airlines Aerospace Education Center free grand openingSEATTLE, April 27, 2015--On May 7, the Museum opens its new, $2.5 million Alaska...

Astronaut Delivers Earth Day Message on Planetary Defense

April 22 at the Museum, Dr. Ed Lu tells how we can save the Earth from asteroidsSEATTLE, April 17, 2015--On Earth Day, April 22, at The Museum of...

Work Begins April 6 on Museum's New Aviation Pavilion

Structure will span two football fields to cover big planesSEATTLE, April 6, 2015 --Construction begins today on The Museum of Flight's Aviation...

Museum Unveils Plans for Daring New Exhibit

Displays to humanize the story of flightSEATTLE, April 1, 2015--The Museum of Flight today announced plans for a daring new exhibit unlike any seen...

Museum's New Exhibit is for the Birds

"How Birds Fly" exhibit in partnership with Burke Museum, opens April 11SEATTLE, March 31, 2015--Aviation's feathered friends are the subjects of the...

Women Military Pilots Then and Now

On March 21 author presents about World War II woman pilots,
woman Coast Guard pilot talks about her jobSEATTLE, March 13, 2015--Wrapping up the...

Girls' Dreams Enhanced During "WomenFly" Event March 19-20

Young women students meet aerospace mentorsSEATTLE, March 10, 2015--On March 19-20 the Museum will host WomenFly, an annual, motivational event for...

Museum Hosts Aviation Archaeology Symposium March 14-15

International roster of experts share secrets and stories of
finding and restoring lost aircraftSEATTLE, March 6, 2015--On March 14-15, The Museum...

March 14-15 Soaring Expo Showcases World of Silent Flight

Gliders on display, unique exhibits, opportunities for pilotsSEATTLE, March 5, 2015--On March 14-15 the Museum hosts Soaring Expo, an annual...

University of Washington Grad Program Teams with Museum of Flight for Education Program

Programs debut during Museum's Free "First Thursday"SEATTLE, March 2, 2015--On Thursday evening, March 5, The Museum of Flight will turn into a...

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Feb. 28 Electric Flight Symposium Will Power the Imagination

Charles Lindbergh's grandson leads a day of free presentationsSEATTLE, Feb. 11, 2015--On Feb. 28, Erik Lindbergh, CEO of Powering Imagination and...

Speaker Program Takes Aim at Myths of the World War II German Air Force

New historical evidence reveals some dark secrets of the air warSEATTLE, Feb. 4, 2015--On Feb. 14, the Museum of Flight Curator Dan Hagedorn and...

Museum a Haven for Young Engineering Geeks Feb. 7

Families welcome for free Popsicle Bridge Building Contest, Engineering Fair SEATTLE, Jan. 31, 2015-On Feb. 7 two annual events provide a wonderland...

Museum Hosts National Association of Rocketry Convention Feb. 20-22

Three days of programs with real rocket scientists, the best in model rocketry, a special Museum exhibit, and keynote speaker astronaut Jay AptPhoto...

Jan. 31 Big Moving Day for Museum Airpark Aircraft

Concorde, Air Force One join 787 in new Airpark next to Museum on Boeing Field, open to public Feb. 14, Museum opens hour early at 9 a.m. Jan. 31 ...

Shuttle Astronaut Joan Higginbotham to Speak Feb. 7

Family speaker program with third female African-American astronaut Photo of astronaut Joan Higginbotham.
SEATTLE, Jan. 27, 2015--On Feb. 7 at...

Museum Super Jet Gets New Moniker for Super Bowl

Douglas A-4F Skyhawk becomes Douglas A-4F SeahawkSEATTLE, Jan. 26, 2015--Due to the extraordinary events that will be occurring on Feb. 1 in Phoenix,...

The Museum of Flight Participating in Seattle's Feb. Museum Month

Admission half-price with voucher from participating hotelsSEATTLE, Jan. 22, 2014--Travelers staying in a participating downtown Seattle hotel during...

Museum Exhibits Historic SpaceX Dragon Spacecraft Jan. 17-19

The first commercial spacecraft on-view for only 3 daysSEATTLE, Jan. 12, 2014--Museum of Flight visitors can experience the past, present and future...

Experts to Tell a New Story about Early Airmail

Jan. 24 lecture by Museum of Flight Curator and Boeing Company historian will reveal the myths about airmail service in the 1920s and 1930sPhoto or...

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Free Lecture Zooms-in On NASA'S New Space Telescope Jan. 7

NASA astrophysicist Amber Straughn shares insights about the Hubble's successorSEATTLE, Dec. 29, 2014-- Photo of globular cluster. NASA...

Historic 1920s Aircraft Replica to Make First Flight Dec. 20

Maiden flight of Douglas World Cruiser "Seattle II" 13 years in making,
takeoff from The Museum of Flight at Boeing Field SEATTLE, Dec. 18,...

Dec. 13 Santa Arrives Via Airplane

"Santa's Landing Party" features holiday activities for the whole family SEATTLE, Dec.7, 2014- "Santa's Landing Party" at The Museum of Flight begins...

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Museum Opens World's First Boeing 787 Dreamliner Exhibit Nov. 8

**Update 11/19/2014 -- The Museum and Boeing are working to get the 787 ready for exhibiting. We hope to have it open by late November or early...

Happy Hobby Day: Flyable Model Airplanes and Historical Miniatures

Two annual events on the same day, Nov. 2Photo of boys looking at model helicopter.SEATTLE, Oct. 22, 2014--The Museum will be a haven for hobbyists...

Family Halloween Fun as The Museum of Flight Becomes The Museum of Fright Oct. 26

Free admission for costumed children, eight galleries of holiday activitiesSEATTLE, Oct. 17, 2014--Every year around Halloween, The Museum of Flight...

October 18 Event Offers First-Person Stories of the Boeing 747 From Conception to Rebirth

Rare pairing of Boeing legends Joe Sutter and Brien Wygle to talk about
the plane that changed air travelSEATTLE, Oct. 6, 2014--In a program Oct....

Sept. 13 Lecture Looks at Nazi Germany's Most Terrifying Weapon

JD Wyneken lectures about the V-2 RocketSEATTLE, Sept. 8, 2014--A presentation on Sept. 13 with historian Dr. JD Wyneken looks at the 70th...

Museum Hosts Aviation Archaeology Symposium March 15-16

International roster of experts share secrets and stories of recovering lost aircraftPhoto of bomber remains in bog. SEATTLE, Feb. 21, 2014--The...

Parents Big Learners at STEM Education Event

STEM Back-to-School Day, Family Science Festival Aug. 23 SEATTLE, Aug. 15, 2014--Students and parents can preview their autumnal academic choices...

Marines and Blue Angels Lead Museum's "Need For Speed Festival"

Marine aircraft, tanks, weapon systems, robots and literally tons more on display next to Blue Angels launch padSEATTLE, July 17, 2014--The Marines...

Historic 747 Prototype Getting Makeover

Exterior painting begins on 45-year-old Jumbo JetSEATTLE, July 22, 2014--Restoration and painting of the exterior of the Boeing 747 prototype at The...

CANCELLED: Military Aircraft Fly to Museum for display July 19

Free outdoor display of the "Cascade Warbirds" airplanes SEATTLE, July 14, 2014--Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Cascade Warbirds aviation group...

Military Aircraft Fly to Museum for display July 19

Free outdoor display of the "Cascade Warbirds" airplanes Aircraft photoSEATTLE, July 10, 2014--The Cascade Warbirds aviation group will fly to The...

World War I Aviation Experts Featured at July 26 Symposium

Mysteries of the first air war revealed a century laterSEATTLE, July 9, 2014--On the eve of the 100th anniversary of the start of World War I, a...

President Obama Signs Bill Honoring American Fighter Aces

President to sign H.R. 685, the American Fighter Aces
Congressional Gold Medal Act,
The Museum of Flight President and CEO Doug King at White...

Museum Recognizes Autism Awareness Month

Special pricing, extended hours for families with children with autism on April 19SEATTLE, April 7, 2014--In recognition of April as Autism Awareness...

Museum Receives Mysterious ◼︎◼︎◼︎◼︎◼︎◼︎◼︎ from Area 51

First-ever public display of ◼︎◼︎◼︎◼︎◼︎◼︎◼︎  SEATTLE, April 1, 2014—The Air Force has chosen The Museum of Flight to permanently store and archive...

April 8 Evening Panel Discusses Productivity in Airliner Programs

Panelists include Jim Albaugh, former CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes,
and Abe Karem, inventor of the Predator unmanned aerial vehicleSEATTLE,...

April 5 "Growing Up Boeing" Lecture and Book Signing with Rebecca Wallick

Daughter of Boeing test pilot recalls jet age childhoodSEATTLE, March 27, 2014--Rebecca Wallick's father Lew was a legendary test pilot for The...

March 22-23 Soaring Expo Showcases World of Silent Flight

Gliders on display, unique exhibits, expert glider pilots Photo of Perlan Glider on display at The Museum of Flight. SEATTLE, March 11, 2014--Soaring...

Museum Selected for Commerce Award

US Institute for Excellence in Commerce lauds MuseumSEATTLE, Feb. 18, 2014--The Museum of Flight has been selected for the 2013 Washington Excellence...

"Trailblazers - Women of the Boeing Company" Lecture and Book Signing March 8

Author Betsy Case and guest Sandra Jeffcoat share Boeing women's stories
SEATTLE, Feb. 12, 2014--Betsy Case, author of "Trailblazers: The Women of...

"Captain Phillips" Rescue Pilot Lecture Jan. 25

Presentation by pilot of Navy's ScanEagle drone used in famous
Maersk Alabama hostage rescueSEATTLE, Jan. 14, 2014--Pilot Andrew Lohmar led the...

Family Lecture With NASA Space Shuttle Astronaut Leland Melvin Feb. 1

Astronaut/NFL football player/educator with family program
that aims to inspire youth to reach for the starsSEATTLE, Jan. 22, 2013--Leland Melvin,...

Museum Offers Seattle Seahawks Fans Half-Price Admission

Museum Offers Seattle Seahawks Fans
Half-Price Admission
Discounts for Seahawks gear-wearing visitors Dec. 31
through Seahawks' playoff...

Hollywood Takes Flight at Jan. 11 Lecture and Book Signing

Aviation movie expert Mark Carlson looks at flying on the silver screenSEATTLE, Dec. 17, 2013--Just in time for the 2014 Oscar nominations, on Jan....

Santa Arrives Via Airplane and Caspar Babypants Entertains Dec. 14

"Santa's Landing Party" includes children's concert with Seattle legendSEATTLE, Dec. 10, 2013--"Santa's Landing Party" at The Museum of Flight begins...

Santa Arrives Via Airplane and Caspar Babypants Entertains Dec. 14 - Update

"Santa's Landing Party" includes children's concert with Seattle legendSEATTLE, Dec. 10, 2013--"Santa's Landing Party" at The Museum of Flight begins...

Museum Hosts Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day Dec. 7

Event includes live stream from USS Arizona Memorial SEATTLE, Dec. 4, 2013--The Museum of Flight honors the 72nd anniversary of the attack on Pearl...

Museum Hosts Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day Dec. 7

Event includes live stream from USS Arizona Memorial SEATTLE, Dec. 4, 2013--The Museum of Flight honors the 72nd anniversary of the attack on Pearl...

Santa Arrives Via Airplane and Caspar Babypants Entertains Dec. 14

"Santa's Landing Party" includes children's concert with Seattle legendSEATTLE, Nov. 18, 2013--"Santa's Landing Party" at The Museum of Flight begins...

Museum Displays Sniper Bullets From Captain Phillips' Rescue

Three Navy SEALs sharpshooter shell casings added to ScanEagle drone exhibitSEATTLE, Nov. 14, 2013--The Museum made a chilling enhancement to its...

Veterans Day Celebrated at Museum

Free admission for veterans and U.S. militarySEATTLE, Nov. 1, 2013--The Museum recognizes the contributions of America's veterans at the annual...

Presentation Looks at Volunteer Flights for Those in Need

Heartwarming tales of Angel Flight West SEATTLE, Oct. 31, 2013--On November 9 at 2:30 p.m. The Museum of Flight presents a program about Angel Flight...

Flyable Model Airplanes on Exhibit Nov. 3

Model planes of all types on displaySEATTLE, Oct. 23, 2013--A collection of flyable model aircraft will be on display at the Museum on Nov. 3 from 10...

Northwest Historical Miniatures Gaming Exhibition

Annual games at Museum Nov. 2SEATTLE, Oct. 22, 2013--On Nov. 2 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Museum hosts the Northwest Historical Miniatures Gaming...

Museum Displays ScanEagle Drone Used in "Captain Phillips" Rescue

Small aircraft big hero in 2009 rescue of Maersk Alabama captainSEATTLE, Oct. 7, 2013--An historic ScanEagle drone aircraft used in a widely...

October Events at The Museum of Flight

SEATTLE, Oct. 3, 2013Thursday, Oct. 3, 5 to 9 p.m.
Wells Fargo Free First Thursday
Once a month, the Museum stays open late - and admission is...

Museum's 1935 Airliner Flies to Museum Sept. 21 for Amelia Earhart Exhibit

Public celebration for famous Lockheed, half-price admission for those
dressed in 1930s styleSEATTLE, Aug. 30, 2013--The long-awaited fly-in...

Museum Hosts Celebration of China National Aviation Corporation and American Volunteer Group Sept. 28

Legendary pilot Moon Fun Chin and historians to present SEATTLE, Sept. 12, 2013--On Saturday, Sept. 28, the Museum will celebrate the history of...

Space Entrepreneurs Discuss Future Opportunities in Sept. 16 MIT Enterprise Forum

Evening networking symposium with industry leadersSEATTLE, Aug. 30, 2013--The Museum of Flight will host a networking symposium with commercial...

Museum Launches Evening Concert Series Sept. 20

"Speed of Sound" event takes off with Moondoggies and the MaldivesSEATTLE, Aug. 29, 2013--The Museum of Flight becomes Seattle's newest music venue...

Museum Dinner with American Fighter Aces Sept. 14

Tickets on sale for American Fighter Aces banquet at Museum,
Keynote speaker Medal of Honor recipient Bruce Crandall SEATTLE, Aug. 20, 2013--The...

Rare Vietnam War Recon Plane Dedication Sept. 7

Ceremony and lecture mark official opening
of Lockheed YO-3A Quiet Star ExhibitSEATTLE, Aug. 19, 2013--On Saturday, Sept. 7, the Museum will...

Parents and Students Learn Together at "Back to School Weekend"

Aug. 24-25 program helps all prepare for science education and careersSEATTLE, Aug. 16, 2013--The Museum of Flight wants to help students and parents...

Museum Secures Funding for Vintage Lockheed Electra

$1.2 million raised for centerpiece of permanent Amelia Earhart exhibit
opening in OctoberSEATTLE, Aug. 8, 2013--A 1935 vintage Lockheed Model...

Museum Offers Discounts to Furloughed Civilians at Joint Base Lewis-McChord

"Furlough Friday" admission half-price for JBLM employees through September,
Blue Star Museum program extended for militarySEATTLE, July 17,...

World War II Bomber and Fighter Rides June 21-23

B-17, B-24 bombers and P-51 fighter at Museum for tours and flightsSEATTLE, June 7, 2013--Two historic World War II bombers and a rare, two-seat P-51...

Free Admission for Dads on Father's Day

Family events feature lecture and autographs with
NASA astronaut Mike ForemanSEATTLE, June 6, 2013--The Museum of Flight offers free admission to...

One of Four Surviving World War II Veterans of "Doolittle Tokyo Raid" to Speak at Museum June 15

One of Four Surviving World War II Veterans of "Doolittle Tokyo Raid" to Speak at Museum June 15
Lt. Col. Ed Saylor will talk about historic 1942...

"Rosie the Riveter" Lecture and Book Signing June 8

"Rosie the Riveter" Lecture and Book Signing June 8
Roverta A. Olinger talks about her experiences
making Boeing bombers during World War II ...

Museum Hosts Planetary Resources Announcement of World's First Crowdfunded Space Telescope Campaign

Museum Hosts Planetary Resources Announcement of World's First Crowdfunded Space Telescope Campaign
Museum supports program providing access to an...

Amelia Earhart Subject of June 1 Lecture and Book Signing

Author David Bowman shares unusual stories of famed flierSEATTLE, May 28, 2013--Based upon his book of the same name, David K. Bowman's "The Story of...

Media Alert Planetary Resources Opening the Space Frontier to All

Announcement events begin at Museum on May 29 at 10 a.m. WHAT:
Planetary Resources' team of engineers who have designed, built and operated...

June Events at The Museum of Flight

SEATTLE, May 23, 2013--Saturday, June 1, 2 to 4:30 p.m.
Lecture and Book Signing
"The Story of Amelia Earhart" with David K. Bowman
Based on...

The Museum of Flight to Participate in Blue Star Museums

The Museum is one of more than 1,800 museums across America to offer free admission to military personnel and their families this summer SEATTLE, May...

Memorial Day Weekend Events at The Museum of Flight

Airplane fly-ins, bomber rides, lectures, free admission for militarySEATTLE, May 20, 2012--The Museum of Flight celebrates Memorial Day with three...

B-17 Bomber Based at Museum May 24-27 for Rides and Tours

Flying Fortress "Aluminum Overcast" honors veterans of World War IISEATTLE, May 15, 2013--A Memorial Day weekend tradition continues as The Museum of...

African Air Safari Previewed with Fly-in May 11

Two de Havilland DHC-2 Beavers fly-in and static displaySEATTLE, May 10, 2013--The Museum of Flight is offering an educational activity in...

Armed Forces Day Celebration May 18

Armed Forces Day Celebration May 18Outdoor activities with military flag raising ceremonies,  live country music and military displays  SEATTLE, May...

Exhibit of New Art Celebrating Tuskegee Airmen Closes May 12

Exhibit of New Art Celebrating
Tuskegee Airmen Closes May 12Less-extensive version of show next on view at Air Force Museum   SEATTLE, May 1,...

Museum Offers Weekend B-17 Bomber "Ground School"

Detailed course includes a flight on a B-17 Flying FortressSEATTLE, April 17, 2012--On May 18 and 19, The Museum of Flight will be offering a unique,...

Museum Takes Delivery of a Big Piece of Boeing History

  Museum Takes Delivery of a Big Piece  of Boeing History85-foot nose section of 1960s Boeing supersonic airliner mock-up arrives at Museum's...

Commercial Space Symposium at Museum April 13-14

  Commercial Space Symposium  at Museum April 13-14  The first "SpaceUp" event in the Northwest welcomes all to the next frontier, astronaut and...

Museum Opens Temporary Exhibit of Rare Wonder Woman Airplane

Invisible plane to be showcased at Museum of FlightThe Museum of Flight will be opening a special three-day exhibit of Wonder Woman’s famed invisible...

Museum Opens Temporary Exhibit of Rare Wonder Woman Airplane

  Museum Opens Temporary Exhibit of RareWonder Woman AirplaneInvisible plane to be showcased at The Museum of Flight   SEATTLE, March 31, 2013--The...

Commercial Space Symposium at Museum April 13-14

Commercial Space Symposium  at Museum April 13-14  The first "SpaceUp" event in the Northwest welcomes all to the next frontier, astronaut Garrett...

Aviation Artist Jim Dietz Lecture and Book Signing April 6

  Aviation Artist Jim Dietz Lecture and  Book Signing April 6   World War I aviation is focus of painter's presentation
 SEATTLE, March 27,...

Museum Celebrates NASA Climate Day April 4

Museum Celebrates NASA Climate Day April 4  Activities during Museum Free First Thursday 5 to 9 p.m.  SEATTLE, March 26, 2013--During the April 4...

Museum Announces Major Aircraft Acquisition

Antique Lockheed Electra 10-E, same type flown by Amelia Earhart on last flight, to be centerpiece of new Earhart exhibitSEATTLE, March 9, 2013--On...

March 16-17 Soaring Expo Showcases World of Silent Flight

Featured speaker is record-setting test pilot, Einar EnevoldsonSEATTLE, March 5, 2013--Soaring Expo, the Seattle Glider Council's annual celebration...

Museum to Exhibit New Paintings Celebrating Tuskegee Airmen

Museum to Exhibit New Paintings Celebrating
Tuskegee Airmen"Red Tails, Silver Wings" - Show of works by Chris Hopkins opens Feb. 28  SEATTLE,...

Lecture and Book Signing with Seven-Time Shuttle Astronaut

Lecture and Book Signing with Seven-Time Shuttle AstronautAstronaut Jerry Ross lectures March 2 SEATTLE, Feb. 15, 2013--Astronaut Jerry Ross will be...

Women's History Month Takes Off with a Week of Events

Women's History Month Takes Off  with a Week of Events"Women Fly!" programs include flights, flyers and space explorers  SEATTLE, Feb. 15,...

Feb. 23 Panel Discussion Features World War II Fighter Pilots

  Feb. 23 Panel Discussion Features World War II  Fighter PilotsAir Force combat pilots share stories of war over Europe  SEATTLE, Feb. 15, 2013--Two...

Space Experts Discuss America's Next Human Voyages to Deep Space

Space Experts Discuss America's Next HumanVoyages to Deep SpaceFeb. 26 lecture with NASA and Lockheed Martin managers of Orion spacecraft project...

Museum Offers Exclusive Dinner Party with Astronaut

Museum Offers Exclusive Dinner Party with Astronaut Seven-time astronaut Jerry Ross honored guest at reception and dinner March 1 SEATTLE, Feb. 7,...

New Temporary NASA Space Shuttle Exhibit Now Open at Museum

New Temporary NASA Space Shuttle Exhibit    Now Open at Museum"Space Shuttle: Conquering Low Earth Orbit" puts space artifacts on view  SEATTLE, Feb....

NorthWest Scale Modelers Show Feb. 16-17

"Star Wars" R2-D2 featured guest at expansive exhibit of scale modelsSEATTLE, Feb. 1, 2013--The robot R2-D2 will be among the guests at the...

Museum Scene of Popsicle Stick Bridge Contest and Engineering Fair Feb. 9

Museum Scene of Popsicle Stick Bridge Contestand Engineering Fair Feb. 9 Annual events showcase broken bridges and high-tech careers  SEATTLE, Jan....

Young African American Students to Meet Aerospace Leaders and Astronaut at Museum Event Feb. 2

Young African American Students to Meet Aerospace Leaders and Astronaut at Museum Event Feb. 2Students from around state have day with role...

Seattle Author Thaws Mystery of the "Frozen Airmen of the High Sierra"

  Seattle Author Thaws Mystery of the"Frozen Airmen of the High Sierra"Story mountain plane crash revealed at Peter Stekel's Jan. 26  lecture and...

NASA Administrator Charles Bolden to Visit Museum Jan. 15

  NASA Administrator Charles Bolden  to Visit Museum Jan. 15Museum tour includes afternoon inspection of Space Shuttle Trainer  SEATTLE, Jan. 11,...

Jan. 19 Lecture Looks Up to "Astronomers Without Borders"

  
Founder of international organization tells how astronomy connects people around the world  SEATTLE, Jan. 4, 2013--A Jan. 19 presentation at...

Jan. 17 International Holocaust Remembrance Day Program Features Holocaust Survivor Robert Herschkowitz

Lecture asks "should the Allies have bombed Auschwitz?"  SEATTLE, Jan. 2, 2013--On Jan. 17, The Museum of Flight in conjunction with the...

January - February 2013 Events at The Museum of Flight

January - February 2013 Events at  The Museum of Flight SEATTLE, Dec. 14, 2012JANUARYWells Fargo Free First ThursdayThursday, Jan. 3, 5 to 9 p.m.Once...

Holiday Fun at Museum Begins with Santa's Airplane Arrival Dec. 15

  Holiday Fun at Museum Begins with Santa's  Airplane Arrival Dec. 15 "Santa's Landing Party" a day of music and family activities   SEATTLE, Dec. 4,...

Dec. 8 Program Illuminates Aviation Art and a "Higher Calling"

  Dec. 8 Program Illuminates Aviation Art  and a "Higher Calling"Renowned artist John Shaw with Angel Flight West advocate  SEATTLE, Nov. 28,...

UW Museology Grad Program Teams with Museum of Flight for Education Program

   UW Museology Grad Program Teams withMuseum of Flight for Education Program         Programs debut during Museum's Dec. 6 Free First Thursday    ...

Nov. - Dec. Museum Movie Matinees Feature Spaceflight Documentaries

  Nov. - Dec. Museum Movie Matinees Feature  Spaceflight Documentaries"The Space Shuttle" and "Man on a Mission" weekend films  SEATTLE, Nov. 5,...

New Exhibit Honors Great Polish Aviation Designers

  New Exhibit Honors Great Polish Aviation DesignersNov. 11 opening for show from the Polish Aviation Museum in Krakow   SEATTLE, Nov. 1, 2012--On...

Media Preview of Space Shuttle Trainer Exhibit Nov. 8

  Media Preview of Space Shuttle Trainer Exhibit Nov. 8Interview and photo opportunities, public grand opening Nov. 10    SEATTLE, Oct. 22, 2012--The...

New Exhibit Honors Great Polish Aviation Designers

New Exhibit Honors Great Polish Aviation DesignersNov. 11 opening for show from the Polish Aviation Museum in Krakow   SEATTLE, Oct. 19, 2012--On...

Oct. 27 Lecture Circumnavigates First Passenger Flight Over the Poles

  Oct. 27 Lecture Circumnavigates  First Passenger Flight Over the PolesAuthor Brian Baum recounts 1977 Pan Am Flight   SEATTLE, Oct. 17,...

Space Shuttle Trainer Exhibit Grand Opening Nov. 10

  Space Shuttle Trainer Exhibit Grand Opening Nov. 1011 a.m. ceremony begins celebration of eagerly awaited exhibit   SEATTLE, Oct. 16, 2012--The...

November - December Events at The Museum of Flight

November - December Events at  The Museum of Flight SEATTLE, Oct. 13, 2012November - December Museum EventsNOVEMBERFamily ActivityBank of America...

Historic ScanEagle Drone Aircraft Donated to Museum

  Historic ScanEagle Drone Aircraft Donated to MuseumPlane used in 2009 hostage rescue, on display beginning Oct. 15    SEATTLE, Oct. 12, 2012--An...

Museum Scares Up Free Family Activities for Halloween

  Museum Scares Up Free Family Activities for HalloweenCostumed kids admitted free, low prices for adults on Sunday, Oct. 28  "Museum of Fright"...

Mothers in the Military Topic of Oct. 20 Lecture and Book Signing

  Mothers in the Military Topic of Oct. 20 Lecture and Book SigningFormer Naval aviator Linda Maloney shares her experiences and those of other...

The Museum of Flight Library Book Sale Saturday Oct. 13

The Museum of Flight Library Book Sale  Saturday Oct. 13Thousands of books and magazines at bargain pricesSEATTLE, Oct. 1, 2012--The annual Museum of...

Museum of Flight Honors Heroes of Spaceflight Sept. 22-23

Museum of Flight Honors Heroes of Spaceflight  Sept. 22-23   Saturday Gala and Sunday public programs with over 40 astronauts, cosmonauts and NASA...

Weekend Boeing B-52 Bomber Symposium Celebrates 60 Years of the Stratofortress

  Sept. 29-30 B-52 event features authors and veterans   SEATTLE, Sept. 12, 2012--The Museum of Flight celebrates the Boeing B-52 bomber's 60th...

Sept. 29 Reception and Dinner Celebrates B-52 Anniversary

  
Honeywell-sponsored event features esteemed Boeing test pilot Brien Wygle   
 SEATTLE, Sept. 11, 2012--On Sept. 29 from 4:30 to 10 p.m.,...

Lecture Profiles CIA's Taiwanese Air Force Spy Program Sept. 8

A look at the Black Bat Squadron of the 1950s and 1960s SEATTLE, Aug. 30, 2012--On Sept. 8, aviation historian Li Wang will deliver a fascinating...

Live Coverage of NASA Rover's Song from Mars Aug. 28

1 p.m. NASA TV event to be shown in Museum's theater  
 SEATTLE, Aug. 27, 2012--Live coverage of NASA's premier of will.i.am's song from Mars...

September - October Events at The Museum of Flight

September - October Events at The Museum of Flight   SEATTLE, Aug. 23, 2012September - October Museum EventsSEPTEMBERFamily ActivityBank of America...

Museum Hosts Space Elevator Conference Aug. 25-27

  
Lectures and family activities Saturday, Aug. 25    SEATTLE, Aug. 17, 2012--Going up? The Museum of Flight hosts the 2012 International Space...

Lecture and Book Signing Looks at Century 21

"The Future Remembered: The 1962 Seattle World's Fair and its Legacy"  
 SEATTLE, Aug. 10, 2012--On Aug. 18, authors Paula Becker and Alan Stein...

Distinguished Flying Cross Society Symposium Aug. 19

Panel of veterans look at 60 years of American air power SEATTLE, Aug. 10, 2012--On Sunday, Aug. 18, the Distinguished Flying Cross Society will...

Helicopters Descend to Museum July 14

  Helicopters Descend to Museum July 14American Heroes Airshow -"Courage at the Speed of Flight" is a free event SEATTLE, July 9, 2012--Seattle's...

Seattle's Museum of Flight Welcomes Space Shuttle Trainer: ShuttleFest 2012 on Saturday, June 30

  
Crew Compartment arrives aboard NASA's Super Guppy aircraft SEATTLE, June 27, 2012WHAT: 
 ShuttleFest: The Museum of Flight is welcoming the...

Helicopters Descend to Museum July 14

  
 Helicopters Descend to Museum July 14American Heroes Airshow -"Courage at the Speed of Flight" is a free event SEATTLE, June 27,...

Free Family Fun with Fire Departments June 22

  Free Family Fun with Fire Departments June 22Parking lot full with firefighters and big trucks for 15th Annual King County Fire Department Kids...

June - August Book Signings at Museum

  June - August Book Signings at Museum  SEATTLE, June 20, 2012--The Museum will host six free book signings from June through August. Some signings...

June - August Book Signings at Museum

  June - August Book Signings at Museum  SEATTLE, June 20, 2012--The Museum will host six free book signings from June through August. Some signings...

Free Family Fun with Fire Departments June 22

  Parking lot full with firefighters and big trucks for 15th Annual King County Fire Department Kids Day   SEATTLE, June 18, 2012--The King County...

Space Shuttle Trainer Crew Cabin Arrives June 30

 NASA "Super Guppy" delivery plane to fly over Seattle, ceremony at Museum     SEATTLE, June 15, 2012--The 28-foot-long crew cabin section of the...

World War II Bomber and Fighter Rides June 22-24

  B-17, B-24 bombers and P-51 fighter at Museum for tours and flights  SEATTLE, June 14, 2012--Two historic World War II bombers and a rare, two-seat...

July - August Events at The Museum of Flight

  SEATTLE, June 13, 2012July - August Museum Events JULYFamily EventShuttleFestSunday, July 1 to Saturday, July 7In celebration of the scheduled June...

Free Museum Admission for Dads on Father's Day

 Family activities, special aircraft tours on June 17   SEATTLE, June 11, 2012--The Museum of Flight offers free admission to fathers on June 17,...

June 9 Lecture Features First Woman U.S. Marine Corps Pilot

Lt. Col. Sarah Deal talks about her unique life and Marine aviation  SEATTLE, May 30, 2012--On June 9, Lt. Col. Sarah Deal, the first woman to...

Blue Origin's Original Charon Flying Vehicle Goes on Display at The Museum of Flight

SEATTLE, May 23, 2012--A new exhibit opens today at The Museum of Flight in Seattle that features Blue Origin's first flying vehicle, Charon. Built...

Blue Origin's Original Charon Flying Vehicle Goes on Display at The Museum of Flight

  ht   SEATTLE, May 23, 2012--A new exhibit opens today at The Museum of Flight in Seattle that features Blue Origin's first flying vehicle, Charon....

New Permanent Exhibit Features Vietnam War's Iconic "Huey" Helicopter

 Medal of Honor recipient Patrick Brady to speak at May 26 exhibit opening SEATTLE, May 17, 2012--On May 26 a "Huey" helicopter used in the Vietnam...

B-17 Bomber Based at Museum May 24-28 for Rides and Tours

Flying Fortress "Aluminum Overcast" honors veterans of World War II  SEATTLE, May 9, 2012--A Memorial Day weekend tradition continues as The...

Military Helicopters Fly-In for Armed Forces Day

May 19 events also include speech by Rear Adm. Peter A. Gumataotao, Commander of the USS Nimitz Carrier Strike Group SEATTLE, May 4, 2012--The Museum...

"Flying the Friendly Skies" of Saturn's Largest Moon

 May 5 lecture with NASA researcher looks at extraterrestrial airplane projects  SEATTLE, April 25, 2012--A Museum presentation on May 5 takes a look...

Museum Offers Weekend "Ground School" About B-17 Bomber

 Detailed course includes a flight on a B-17 Flying Fortress SEATTLE, April 25, 2012--On May 19 and 20, The Museum of Flight will be offering a...

May - June Events at The Museum of Flight

 May - June Events at The Museum of Flight SEATTLE, April 20, 2012 May - June Museum EventsMAYWells Fargo Free First ThursdayThursday, May 3, 5 to 9...

April 24 Book Signings with Astronaut Tom Jones and Space Entrepreneur Peter Diamandis

   "Sky Walking" and "Abundance" available at Museum  SEATTLE, April 19, 2012--One of the most acclaimed astronaut-authors, Tom Jones, and space...

Space Exploration Company to Make Major Announcement at Museum April 24 "To Expand Earth's Resource Base"

 Planetary Resources, Inc. press conference features space entrepreneurs  Peter Diamandis and Eric Anderson, veteran astronaut Tom Jones  and...

Space Exploration Company to Make Major Announcement at Museum April 24 "To Expand Earth's Resource Base"

  
 Planetary Resources, Inc. press conference features space entrepreneurs  Peter Diamandis and Eric Anderson, veteran astronaut Tom Jones  and...

Book Signing April 24 with Acclaimed Astronaut/Author Tom Jones

   "Sky Walking" author and four-time astronaut signs his books  SEATTLE, April 6, 2012--One of the most acclaimed astronaut-authors, Tom Jones, will...

World War II and Korean War Air Combat Pilots Speak April 7

 American aces recall combat adventures of two warsSEATTLE, April 3, 2012--On April 7 at 2 p.m. a panel of three veteran fighter pilots will...

Museum Offers Free Climate Day Activities April 5

"Free First Thursday" events focus on NASA Climate Day SEATTLE, March 27, 2012--During the April 5 "Free First Thursday" from 5 to 9 p.m., the Museum...

Museum Participates in Free Flight Event March 24

"Fly it Forward" will give free 20-minute flights to over 150 girls and women from Renton Airport SEATTLE, March 22, 2012--The Museum of Flight and...

Museum Offers Free Climate Day Activities April 5

   "Free First Thursday" events focus on NASA Climate Day  SEATTLE, March 13, 2012--During the April 5 "Free First Thursday" from 5 to 9 p.m., the...

Gliders Soar at Museum March 17-18

  Gliders, films, lectures and pilots take flight at annual Soaring Expo  SEATTLE, March 5, 2012--The member clubs of the Seattle Glider Council...

Exclusive March 24 Reception for "Spy Pilot Chronicles"

"Spy Pilot Chronicles"Blackbird crew shares tales, photos, books about secret flights at Mach 3  SEATTLE, Feb. 28, 2012--On March 24 from 6 to 9...

Young Women Soar with Aerospace Pros during "Women Fly!" Event

Teens to meet dozens of aerospace mentors SEATTLE, Feb. 24, 2012--Women Fly! is an annual event that gives young women the rare opportunity to meet...

March - April Events at The Museum of Flight

  SEATTLE, Feb. 22, 2012 March - April Museum EventsFamily ActivityBank of America Weekend Family Workshop: Gliderama!Saturdays and Sundays, March 3,...

Russian Spacecraft Lands at Museum

 Museum takes delivery of Soyuz for Space Gallery SEATTLE, Feb. 10, 2012--Today the Museum took delivery of the first large artifact for its new...

Smithsonian Curator Revisits "The Right Stuff" Feb. 19

 Presentation on eve of 50th anniversary of first orbital U.S. spaceflight SEATTLE, Feb. 9, 2012--On the eve of the 50th anniversary of astronaut...

Exclusive Reception for March 24 "Spy Pilot Chronicles" Program

 Blackbird crew shares tales, photos, books about secret flights at Mach 3 SEATTLE, Feb. 7, 2012--On March 24 from 6 to 9 p.m, veteran SR-71...

Feb. 4 Black History Month Programs Feature First African American Spacewalker

 Two programs with retired astronaut Dr. Bernard Harris and aviation professionals  SEATTLE, Jan. 25, 2012--Two inspirational programs - a lecture...

NASA to Hand Over Shuttle Trainer 'Keys' to Museum

 Ceremony in Houston Jan. 19  SEATTLE, Jan. 17, 2012--NASA's Johnson Space Center will officially handover the "keys" to the Space Shuttle Full...

Feb. 4 Black History Month Panel Features Astronaut

 Inspirational speakers to focus on "Reaching Your Potential" SEATTLE, Jan. 11, 2012--On Feb. 4, The Museum of Flight commemorates Black History...

Jan. 14 Presentation Remembers "Voices of the Great War"

  World War I fighter pilot subject of lecture and book signing   SEATTLE, Dec. 29, 2011--On Jan. 14, Seattle author Don Ulmer will present a true...

Qantas Captain Recalls Preventing Disaster During Unprecedented 2010 In-Flight Emergency

 
Jan. 11 evening presentation with Capt. Richard de Crespigny   SEATTLE, Dec. 28, 2011--On Jan. 11, an heroic airline captain will tell the story...

Museum Offers "Winter Family Fun" Dec. 26 through Jan. 1

 Robots, planetarium shows, story times and paper airplanes  SEATTLE, Dec. 21, 2011--The Museum's Education Department will be offering "Winter...

New Space Gallery Opens with Big Bang of Special Programs for Families and Space Fans Dec. 10

 Half-price admission for visitors bringing food donations to Northwest Harvest   SEATTLE, Dec. 6, 2011--Saturday, Dec. 10 marks the public opening...

Presentation Details Documenting the Last Shuttle Flights

 Photo expert talks about capturing the visuals of the shuttle program  SEATTLE, Dec. 2, 2011--On Dec. 10, photographer Dennis Biela will talk about...

UW Museology Grad Program Teams with The Museum of Flight with Education Programs

 Interactive programs presented on "Free Thursday" Dec. 1
 SEATTLE, Nov. 30, 2011--On Thursday, December 1, The Museum of Flight will turn into a...

Holidays Celebrated with "Wright Spirit" Family Activities Dec. 17

 Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive via classic airplane  SEATTLE, Nov. 29, 2011--On Dec. 17, the 108th anniversary of the Wright Brothers' famous first...

Dec. 3 Presentation a Mission to Planet Saturn

 NASA Solar System Ambassador to talk about Cassini-Huygens spacecraft and its seven years orbiting Saturn SEATTLE, Nov. 22, 2011--A Dec. 3 lecture...

Museum Cancels Live NASA TV Coverage of Mars Spacecraft Launch

 NASA's Mars Science Laboratory launch delayed to Nov. 26, Museum scrubs early opening SEATTLE, Nov. 21, 2011--The Museum of Flight's Nov. 25 public...

Boeing 747 Day at Museum Nov. 19

 Jumbo jet celebrated with family activities, exhibits and panel discussion SEATTLE, Nov. 15, 2011--On Saturday, Nov. 19, The Museum of Flight...

Gifted Tree Illuminates Museum for Holidays

 Aviation-themed Christmas tree in lobby benefits Seattle Children's Hospital SEATTLE, Nov. 16, 2011--On Nov. 17 the Museum welcomes the holiday...

Northwest Historical Miniatures Gaming Exhibition

 Annual games at Museum Nov. 12   SEATTLE, Nov. 4, 2011--On Nov. 12 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. the Museum hosts the Northwest Historical Miniatures...

Museum Honors Veterans Day with Music and Ceremony

 Nov. 11 free admission for U.S. veterans and active military personnel  SEATTLE, Nov. 1, 2011--The Museum recognizes the contributions of America's...

Nov. 12 Panel Features World War II Fighter Pilots

 American Fighter Aces Association Symposium looks at air combat in Europe and the Pacific SEATTLE, Nov. 1, 2011--Three World War II fighter pilots...

"Flying Cross Country with Your Wife, Mother and the Navy"

 Nov. 5 Honeywell lecture recalls the story of Cal Rogers' epic 1911 flight across the U.S. SEATTLE, Oct. 21, 2011--On Nov. 5 aviation historian and...

Museum to Host US Senate Committee on Science and Transportation Field Hearing

 Oct. 24 hearing looks at aviation workforce: training needs and challenges SEATTLE, Oct. 19, 2011--On Monday, Oct. 24, U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell...

Radio-Controlled Model Airplane Expo Oct.30

 All types of flyable models on display SEATTLE, Oct. 18, 2011--On Sunday, Oct. 30 at The Museum of Flight, the Flaming Geyser Flyers Radio...

Nov.-Dec. Events at The Museum of Flight

 
  SEATTLE, Oct. 14, 2011 November Wells Fargo Free First ThursdayThursday, Nov. 3, 5 to 9 p.m.Once a month, the Museum stays open late - for...

Lecture and Book Signing Looks at Home of "The Right Stuff"

 Seattle writer presents photo history of early flights at Edwards Air Force Base SEATTLE, Oct. 11, 2011--On Oct. 22, Seattle author Ted Huetter...

Tom Skerritt Tops Museum's Top Gun Day Action on Oct. 15

Film star to field audience questions after "Top Gun" movie screening SEATTLE, Oct. 6, 2011--Oct. 15 is Top Gun Day at The Museum of Flight....

Museum Mourns Passing of Kenneth H. Dahlberg

 World War II ace was great supporter of aviation history and Museum  SEATTLE, Oct. 5, 2011--The Museum of Flight lost a great friend, supporter, and...

Apollo 15 Astronaut Al Worden Lecture and Book Signing Oct. 8

 "Falling to Earth: An Apollo 15 Astronaut's Journey to the Moon" SEATTLE, Oct. 5, 2011--On Oct. 8 at 2 p.m., Apollo astronaut Al Worden will be at...

Historic First Boeing 787 Dreamliner on Display at Museum Oct. 9

  Free Museum admission for Boeing employees and their families SEATTLE, Sept. 30, 2011--Boeing's first 787 Dreamliner will be on public display in...

Tom Skerritt To Speak at "Top Gun" Screening Oct. 15

 Tom Skerritt To Speak at "Top Gun" Screening Oct. 15Film star to speak about movie and field audience questions  SEATTLE, Sept. 16, 2011--On Oct. 15...

Apollo 15 Astronaut Al Worden Lecture and Book Signing Oct. 8

 Apollo 15 Astronaut Al Worden Lecture   and Book Signing Oct. 8    "Falling to Earth: An Apollo 15 Astronaut's Journey to the Moon"  SEATTLE, Sept....

The Museum of Flight Participates in Smithsonian Museum Day Sept. 24

 The Museum of Flight Participates in Smithsonian Museum Day Sept. 24    Free admission with downloaded Museum Day tickets SEATTLE, Sept. 14,...

Lecture Details New Boeing Tanker Program

 Lecture Details New Boeing Tanker Program   The Royal Aeronautical Society brings Boeing Engineer Dennis Egan  to Museum Sept. 20 SEATTLE, Sept. 13,...

Hispanic Heritage Month Lecture Looks at the Latin American Connections in the Museum of Flight Collections

 Hispanic Heritage Month Lecture Looks at the  Latin American Connections in the  Museum of Flight CollectionsSept. 24 presentation with Museum's...

Student Robotics Competition Kickoff at Museum Sept. 10

 
 Student Robotics Competition Kickoff  at Museum Sept. 10 Exposition features contest demos, robot exhibits, competition experts SEATTLE, Sept....

Lecture Details New Boeing Tanker Program

 Lecture Details New Boeing Tanker Program   The Royal Aeronautical Society brings Boeing Engineer Dennis Egan  to Museum Sept. 20 SEATTLE, Sept. 7,...

Centennial of Naval Aviation Fly-In Sponsored by Honeywell

 Centennial of Naval Aviation Fly-In   World War II-era Navy fighters arrive at Museum Sept. 24   SEATTLE, Sept. 6, 2011--Representing two of the...

Aviation High School Breaks Ground at The Museum of Flight

 Aviation High School Breaks Ground at  The Museum of Flight Some students pilot planes to Aug. 23 ceremony    SEATTLE, Aug. 23, 2011--Aviation High...

Aviation High School Launches Next Era; Breaking Ground on New Campus at The Museum of Flight

            Contacts:Mike Bush Lee Keller253-307-3225  206-799-3805mbush@museumofflight.org lee@thekellergroup.comAVIATION HIGH SCHOOL LAUNCHES NEXT...

Taiwanese Spyplane Pilot Remembers Cold War Flights Over China

 Taiwanese Spyplane Pilot Remembers Cold War Flights Over China  Sept. 10 panel discussion looks at secret U.S./Taiwan U-2 missions   SEATTLE, Aug....

High School Students Talk to Space Station Crew During Live Video Downlink to Museum Aug. 29

 High School Students Talk to Space Station Crew During Live Video Downlink to Museum Aug. 29Orbiting astronauts to converse with students in Museum...

Author Recounts Story of World War II Bomber Pilot Prisoner of War

 Author Recounts Story of World War II Bomber Pilot Prisoner of WarLecture and booksigning with James H. Keefe III on Aug. 27
 SEATTLE, Aug. 15,...

Lecture Details New Boeing Tanker Program

 Lecture Details New Boeing Tanker Program   The Royal Aeronautical Society brings Boeing Engineer Dennis Egan to Museum Sept. 20 SEATTLE, Aug. 13,...

Celebrated Artist to Speak About "Fallen Heroes Project" Aug. 20

 
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Sept.-Oct. Events at The Museum of Flight

 Sept.-Oct. Events at The Museum of Flight  SEATTLE, Aug. 12, 2011 SEPTEMBER Wells Fargo Free First ThursdayThursday, Sept. 1, 5 to 9 p.m.Once a...

Annual Blues Angels Week Festivities at Museum Aug. 4 - 7

 Special events, extended Museum hours, close-up views of Navy flight team  SEATTLE, July 28, 2011--The world-famous U.S. Navy Blue Angels star in...

Museum Experts to Identify Visitors' Aero Curiosities in an "Antiques Roadshow"-format July 30

   "Show and Tell Takes Flight"    SEATTLE, July 22, 2011--The public is invited to bring aerospace-related antiques and curiosities to the Museum to...

Fleet Week Sets Sail with Navy Aircraft Fly-In and Lectures July 31

World War II aircraft fly-in for display, Navy lectures in Museum  SEATTLE, July 21, 2011--On Sunday, July 31, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., the...

Veteran B-17 Bomber Pilot to be Awarded France's Legion of Honor Medal at Museum July 22

West Seattle pilot to receive French president's medal for WWII service   SEATTLE, July 20, 2011--During a Friday, July 22 ceremony next to the...

Seattle Aviation Writer Jake Schultz Signs Books at Museum July 23

Schultz author of book about flying cars, "A Drive in the Clouds"SEATTLE, July 19, 2011--Seattle aviation writer Jake Schultz, will be signing his...

Media Invited to Attend July 22 VIP Reception for New Naval Aviation Exhibit

Commanding Officer of Everett-based USS Nimitz aircraft carrier honored guest MEDIA ALERT SEATTLE, July 19, 2011--Media are invited to attend the...

Museum's B-17 and Boeing Aircraft Celebration Big Hit with Seattle Fans

Bill Boeing, Jr. featured speaker at July 16 ceremonySEATTLE, July 18, 2011--William E. Boeing, Jr., the son of Boeing Aircraft Company's founder,...

World War II Fighter Aces Share Air Combat Stories July 23

Panel Discussion features three American P-38 PilotsSEATTLE, July 15, 2011--The latest in a continuing series of American Fighter Ace panel...

Museum Hosts Free Viewing Party for Last Space Shuttle Launch July 8

Museum will open early to show live coverage of historic liftoff on big screenSEATTLE, July 1, 2011--On July 8, The Museum of Flight will open...

Seattle Aviation Writer Jay Spenser Signs Books at Museum July 9

SEATTLE, July 1, 2011--Seattle aviation writer and former museum curator Jay Spenser, will be signing his books in the Museum lobby on July 9 from...

First Time Since 1999, The Museum of Flight's World War II B-17 on Display

Flying Fortress moved to Museum's east lawnSEATTLE, June 30, 2011--On June 30 The Museum of Flight's rare, Boeing B-17F returned to a place in the...

New Exhibit Waves at the Navy's History of Flight

"Soaring at Sea: 100 Years of Naval Aviation" opens July 23SEATTLE, June 24, 2011--On July 23, The Museum of Flight opens a new, temporary exhibit...

B-17 Era Celebrated with Daytime Events and Evening Dance Party July 16

"Heroes of the Homefront" dance swings back to the 1940s with The Harry James OrchestraSEATTLE, June 23, 2011--The Museum celebrates World War II's...

4th of July Program Tells the Story of Old Glory

VFW members and the tale of "The 27 Flags"SEATTLE, June 22, 2011--Members of Skyway Post 9430 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars honor the Nation's...

July-August Events at The Museum of Flight

SEATTLE, June 11, 2011July-August Museum EventsJULYFamily Activity
Bank of America Weekend Family Workshop
Saturdays and Sundays
July 2, 3,...

World War II Bombers and Fighter Rides From Museum June 24-26

B-17, B-24 bombers and P-51 fighter in Seattle for tours and flightsSEATTLE, June 10, 2011--Two historic World War II bombers and a rare, two-seat...

Aviation Authors Sign Their Books June 18 and 19

Nine writers on hand throughout the weekendSEATTLE, June 10, 2011--On June 18 and 19 the Museum will host a weekend book signing party with nine of...

Coast Guard Helicopter Exhibit Opens with Ceremony June 18

Ceremony features Coast Guard officials SEATTLE, June 9, 2011--A restored 1960s-vintage Coast Guard helicopter officially takes its place of honor...

Helicopters Fly-In for American Heroes Air Show June 18

Military and civilian choppers descend for free family event, special guests include Capt. Keith Colburn and Edgar Hansen from "Deadliest Catch"...

Free Family Fun with Fire Departments June 24

Parking lot full of firefighters and big trucks for 14th Annual King County Fire Department DaySEATTLE, June 6, 2011--The King County Fire & Life...

Family Fun Featured for Father's Day

Free admission for dads with Dunn Lumber coupon, special programs all day, new exhibits, aviation book signing eventSEATTLE, June 3, 2011--The Museum...

Helicopters Fly-In for American Heroes Air Show June 18

Military and civilian choppers descend for free family eventSEATTLE, June 1, 2011--June 18 is a day of heroes and helicopters at The Museum of...

"Live" Radio Drama Takes Stage June 11-12

1950s radio broadcast of Ray Bradbury sci-fi reenacted in Museum's theaterSEATTLE, May 25, 2011--Reenactments of the 1950s live radio broadcast of...

Family Fun Featured for Father's Day

Free admission for dad's with Dunn Lumber couponSEATTLE, May 19, 2011--The Museum of Flight will be filled with family activities in celebration of...

"Hindenburg" Dirigible Passenger Delivers Airship Lecture May 21

Noted airship historian recalls firsthand the age of great airshipsSEATTLE, May 5, 2011--In conjunction with the opening of the Dr. H. Logan...

New Permanent Exhibit of World War I Airplanes in Miniature Opens May 21

153 hand-crafted scale models detail development of early warplanesSEATTLE, May 4, 2011--One of the world's most complete collections of scale models...

Armed Forces Day Free For Active Military

May 21 flag ceremony, exhibit preview and lecture begin free military admissions at Museum through summerSEATTLE, May 3, 2011--The Museum of Flight...

Author Tells Inside Story of the 787 Dreamliner

May 17 lecture and book signing with Aviation Week magazine senior editorSEATTLE, May 2, 2011--Guy Norris, senior editor of Aviation Week & Space...

Vintage Combat Planes, Special Programs Salute Honeywell Naval Aviation Day May 14

World War II navy planes fly to museum for day, programs include panel of veteran navy fighter pilotsSEATTLE, April 28, 2011--The Museum launches...

Space Day Observed on Thursday May 5

Free admission, space-related family activities 5 to 9 p.m.SEATTLE, April 26, 2011--On May 5 from 5 to 9 p.m., the Museum will offer space-related...

Live Space Shuttle Endeavor Launch on View at Museum April 29

STS-134, last Endeavour flight, scheduled for 12:47 p.m. PDT, Ballard High School experiment onboardSEATTLE, April 21, 2011--Weather permitting, the...

World War II Bomber and Fighter Rides at Museum April 30 and May 1

Aircraft rides and tours during Seattle visit of B-17 "Liberty Belle" and P-40 WarhawkSEATTLE, April 20, 2011--Flying season begins at The Museum of...

Museum Free for Flight Attendants April 30

Events include "Style in the Aisle" panel discussion with flight attendants recalling life in the cabin from the 1950s to the present SEATTLE, April...

Museum of Flight Awarded Full-Fuselage Shuttle Trainer

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContacts:Mike Bush
253-307-3225
mbush@museumofflight.orgLee Keller
206-799-3805
lee@kellergroup.com Museum of...

Free Admission to Museum April 16

SEATTLE, April 12, 2011--Admission will be free at The Museum of Flight on Saturday, April 16. Museum President and CEO Doug King said today that...

5th Avenue Theatre's Musical "Rosie the Riveter" Comes to Museum April 23

Tuner features original "Rosies" in Q and A after perfSEATTLE, April 11, 2011--Seattle's acclaimed 5th Avenue Theatre brings its Adventure Musical...

Washington State Delegation Urges NASA Administrator to Select The Museum of Flight for Retired Space Shuttle

Letter sent to NASA todaySEATTLE, April 6 2011--A bipartisan team of Washington state senators and representatives today sent a letter to NASA...

Space Shuttle Announcement Expected April 12

Museum of Flight eagerly awaits decision from NASA regarding placement of retiring orbitersSEATTLE, March 4, 2011--NASA Administrator Charles Bolden...

Museum of Flight Names New President and CEO

SEATTLE, Nov. 4, 2010--The Museum of Flight in Seattle has named Douglas R. King as president and chief executive officer, succeeding Interim...

Nov. 13 Panelists Recount "Defeating the MiG - The U.S. Air Force in Combat"

Four air force crew members recall air combat against Russian MiG jetsSEATTLE, Nov. 3, 2010 - On Nov. 13 the Museum presents a panel of four U.S....

December Events at The Museum of Flight

SEATTLE, Nov. 1, 2010

Bank of America Weekend Family Workshop: 21st Century AirshipsSaturdays and Sundays, December 4, 5, 18, 19, 11:15 a.m....

Museum Offers a Weekend of Miniature Games and Flyable Model Planes Nov. 6-7

Historical miniatures gaming on Saturday, Model airplane exhibit Sunday
SEATTLE, Oct. 26, 2010-- Northwest Historical Miniatures Gaming...

Veterans Day Ceremony Features Vietnam War Fighter Ace

Free Museum admission for U.S. veterans, current U.S. military on Nov. 11
SEATTLE, Oct. 22, 2010--The Museum recognizes the contributions of...

U.S. Navy Patrol Plane Arrives For Northwest Naval Aviation Appreciation Day Oct. 30

P-3 Orion on view in parking lot, tours and program with navy flight crew
SEATTLE, Oct.19, 2010--In appreciation of Northwest naval aviation, The...

Oct. 16 Lecture and Book Signing Profiles Seattle Aviation

Three aviation writers present the story of flight in Jet City  SEATTLE, Oct.  7, 2010--Three Puget Sound authors will combine their resources for...

The Museum of Flight Announces 2010 Pathfinder Award Recipients

Bill Boeing Jr., Clay Lacy and Suzanna Darcy-Hennemann to receive awards Saturday, Oct. 9  SEATTLE, Oct. 5, 2010--The Museum of Flight honors...

November Events at The Museum of Flight

SEATTLE, Oct. 4, 2010

Scheduled Launch of Space Shuttle Discovery on STS-133Monday, Nov 1, Noon-2 p.m., William M. Allen TheaterSpace...

Museum of Flight Library and Archives Annual Book Sale Oct. 9

Thousands of aerospace books, magazines, memorabilia at low prices
SEATTLE, Oct. 1, 2010--The bargains are big when the largest aerospace...