Aerospace Academy Family Workshops

NEW this summer—get ready to learn, explore, and take flight together!
Introducing Aerospace Academy Family Workshops at the New England Air Museum
Designed for kids ages 8–12 and their caregivers, these hands-on workshops bring aviation to life through interactive activities, behind-the-scenes access, and guided tours you won’t find anywhere else.
What makes it special?
• Explore the history, science & tech of flight—together
• Get hands-on with real aviation concepts
• Go behind the scenes at the museum
• New themed experience each week
Take on the Summer 2026 Challenge:
Join all SIX workshop themes and complete the Aerospace Academy Family Workshop Challenge!
Flexible scheduling (same experience, different times!):
• Tuesdays (10am–1pm)
• Thursdays (12pm–3pm)
• Saturdays (10am–1pm)
Details:
• $40 per session (includes 1 child + 1 caregiver & museum admission)
• Small groups (just 20 kids per workshop!)
• Spots fill fast—registration closes 2 weeks before or when sold out
Learn together. Build together. Get inspired together.
Summer 2026 Workshops:
Week 1: July 5-11, 2026: Aircraft Design: Learn the basics of aircraft engineering and discover how aerospace engineers revolutionized the world.
Week 2: July 12-18, 2026: World War II Wonders: Discover the aviation innovations (and innovators!) of World War II and learn how they continue to impact modern life today.
Week 3: July 19-25, 2026: Everything But Airplanes: Learn how the four forces of flight apply to aircraft other than airplanes and how aircraft components keep those aircraft flying.
Week 4: July 26-August 1, 2026: Aircraft Restoration: Discover how NEAM restores historic aircraft and roll up your sleeves to practice your aircraft maintenance skills.
Week 5: August 2-8, 2026: Space Voyagers: Learn how humans use the science of flight to explore our solar system and beyond.
Week 6: August 9-15, 2026: All About Airports: Explore the past, present, and future of airport operations and try your hand at airport careers