Experience homeschool away form home at the EAA Aviation Museum. Explore our collection of more than 200 historitc aircraft and engage in hands-on learning. Registration is required 24 hours prior to the event.
Schedule
September - History
How did humans ever learn to fly? Explore our earliest attempts at flight with a tour of the EAA Aviation Museum. Then build and fly your own simple flight apparatus.
October - Space
What makes a successful rocket launch? Celebrate Space Month at the EAA Aviation Museum by building and launching your own rocket. (Please note: Rocket launches will occur off EAA property due to flight restrictions near the airport. Parents/Guardians will be responsible for transportation to rocket launch location.)
November - Communication
How do pilots communicate? Discover how pilots use radios, radar, and other methods to communicate with each other and the air traffic control tower.
January - Forces
How do forces control aircraft? Explore the forces of flight to understand how aircraft can leave the ground, move through the sky, and eventually come back down safely.
February - Fabrication
How do you build an airplane? Peek into aircraft fabrication by learning to rivet, use composite materials, and so much more!
March - Piloting
What does it take to be a pilot? Spend your afternoon as a pilot learning how to plan a flight, reduce unnecessary risks, and take a simulated flight.
April - Lift
How do aircraft take flight? Think like an engineer to build a deeper understanding of the force of lift. Build, test, and modify airfoils with the EAA’s very own wind tunnels.
May – Take Flight!
Wrap up your aviation year by taking an unforgettable flight and playing some fun aviation-themed games. Young Eagles flights will be available for students ages 8 to 17 (weather permitting.) Registration for this event is free and will open in early April.
Reviews
“This was a great program all around! The information was excellent and digestible per age group with the crafts/projects a perfect way to grasp the concepts in a fun way.”
“Altogether this was a very professional experience with some great value for the kids and parents! Thank you to the whole crew at the education center and the museum!”
“My kids all had an amazing experience. We are so thankful that you put on such a great homeschool program!”
