Celebrate the winter solstice at The Museum of Flight with cozy activities, crafting, cocoa, and engage with a Museum Volunteer dressed in the vintage style of Wilbur and Orville Wright’s sister, Katharine! And, of course, look for surprise visits everywhere by our furry friend, Soley the friendly Sasquatch!
Soley's arrival is scheduled for 10:30 AM on the Museum tarmac, with sightings throughout the Museum galleries until 3:00 PM.
Event Details
Date: Saturday December 21, 2024
Time: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Event is FREE with Membership and included with general admission. The helicopter landing is free for all.
Schedule
Hot Cocoa Cozy Station in the Side Gallery | 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Come and enjoy a free hot chocolate while supplies last!
Sasquatch Arrival on Museum Tarmac | 10:30 AM
Soley the Sasquatch will be flown to the event by the Washington Department of Natural Resources in its UH-1H Huey helicopter. Generally known for their shyness, Sasquatch says the event allows them to open up a bit and have fun with humans.
Holiday Crafts in the Great Gallery | 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Design your own ornament, make a friendship bracelet, and learn to knit at our winter themed craft tables.
Museum-wide Sasquatch Sightings | 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Soley, the friendly Sasquatch, will make appearances throughout the galleries – make sure to get a picture!
Live Holiday Music in the Side Gallery | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Enjoy performances from the Boeing Employee Concert Band and the Orchestra of Flight.
Planetarium Shows in the Theater | 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM and 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM
Learn about the stars from an out-of-this-world Museum educator!
