Aerospace Museum of California

Don't forget to sign up for Echelon Catapult's upcoming Science of Cells program! Perfect for students in 5th-10th grade, this program will dive into the world of microbiology and cellular processes. Register now! bit.ly/ScienceofCellsEC

Mark your calendars, the Perseverance rover will be landing in just 3 days!

Happy Valentine's Day! Don't forget to bring that special someone to our Outdoor Museum Air Park today from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and view our collection of over 35 historical aircraft. Purchase your tickets now bit.ly/AMCAdmission

It's a beautiful day to meet Anna and Elsa in our Outdoor Museum Air Park! Join us for Winter Wonders from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and enjoy fun snow-themed crafts and tasty snacks. Grab your $10 ticket now! bit.ly/AMCWinterWonders

#BlackHistoryMonth Prior to becoming one of the first African American flight surgeons in the Army and the first in the Air Force, Colonel (Dr.) Vance Marchbanks was no stranger to adversity. Marchbanks attended the University of Arizona where he was segregated due to the color of his skin and often found cockroaches in his food, placed by other students. After graduating, Marchbanks attended Howard University's medical school and later moved to Tuskegee, AL to work in a vet...eran's hospital. In 1941, he began his military career as a first lieutenant in the Army Medical Corps and later served as the chief flight surgeon for Lt. Col. Benjamin O. Davis Jr. and the Tuskegee Airmen in 1944. Following his career in the Air Force, Marchbanks continued to persevere and joined NASA's Mercury Program to monitor the health of astronaut John Glenn during his solo orbit around Earth. In addition, Marchbanks oversaw the testing of the moon suit and backpack later used in the Apollo missions. Today, we remember his determination and fight for equality in Aerospace. Image: National Air and Space Museum

Come meet Anna and Elsa in our Outdoor Museum Air Park tomorrow and join us for Winter Wonders from 10 am-2 pm! For just $10, visitors can participate in fun snow-themed crafts and enjoy tasty snacks, like Starbucks hot chocolate. We'll see you there! Buy your tickets now! bit.ly/AMCWinterWonders

Due to state and county coronavirus restrictions, our Outdoor Museum Air Park will be temporarily closed as of December 10th. Still need to get your holiday shopping done? Our gift shop will remain open Friday-Sunday from 9 am - 4 pm this week. We hope to see you soon. #Shoplocal

Don't forget to look up at tonight's sky!

Don't miss Open Cockpit Day tomorrow from 9am - 4pm! It's your last chance to see the NASA Hubble Space Telescope Exhibit, and you can check out hundreds of aircraft models for sale. And of course - get up close and personal with the real aircraft in our 4-acre Air Park! Tickets: https://store.aerospaceca.org/veterans-day-open-cockpit/

Have you stopped by our Holiday Gift Shop yet? Full of great gifts for all ages, you'll feel good knowing every dollar you spend in our gift shop helps sustain the Museum, an essential community asset. Did we mention that guests who purchase $40 worth of merchandise will receive a FREE stocking stuffer (up to $10 value)? Museum Holiday Gift Shop Hours: Wednesday-Sunday 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.

#TodayinAviationHistory #NationalAviationHistoryMonth 32 years ago the F-117 Nighthawk was publicly unveiled. Are you a fan of the Nighthawk? Image:USAF

Make Christmas out of this world and surprise the space lover in your life with great items from our holiday gift shop! From heat changing mugs to fun apparel, shop local this holiday season and support your Aerospace Museum. Looking for something specific? Give our gift shop a call at 916-643-3192 and we'll help you fin the perfect gift. Museum Holiday Gift Shop Hours:... Wednesday-Sunday 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. See more

Amelia Bearhart had a great time taking a peek inside our C-53 Skytrooper today! Want to join in on the fun? Join us for Open Cockpit Day this Wednesday from 9 am-4 pm and explore our aircraft like never before. #AmeliasAdventures Tickets are selling fast!! Purchase yours now bit.ly/AMCOpenCockpitDay

Shop local and support your Aerospace Museum! Feel good knowing every dollar you spend in our gift shop helps sustain the Museum, an essential community asset. Stop by today and browse our great selection of vintage aviation items, apparel, toys, and more! Museum Holiday Gift Shop Hours Wednesday-Sunday 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

In just 10 days, Jupiter and Saturn will have their closest encounter in 400 years.

Look ma, no hands! Pictured are candidates from the 1978 astronaut class experiencing weightlessness aboard the KC-135 zero-gravity aircraft, also known as the "Vomit Comet". Image: NASA

Spice up storytime and stop by our Holiday Gift Shop to browse our amazing selection of books! Have an older aviation fan in your life? Don't forget to check out some of the vintage aviation books from our collections for sale. Museum Holiday Gift Shop Hours: Wednesday-Sunday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

#NationalAviationHistoryMonth Did you know that Neil Armstrong worked for NASA as a test pilot before he was an astronaut? As a test pilot, Armstrong flew chase planes, the Century series, and the X-15! Image: NASA

Happy #NationalSTEMDay! The Aerospace Museum of California is proud to foster a positive learning environment while inspiring the future generation of explorers. Visit the Museum today from 9 am-4pm to experience our amazing collection of aircraft and NASA's Telescope Exhibit for just $10. Purchase your tickets bit.ly/AMCAdmission

Ever wanted to see the inside of our aircraft? Now's your chance! Join us for Open Cockpit Day this Wednesday, November 11th from 9 am-4 pm and experience our aircraft like never before. Only a limited amount of tickets are left. Buy yours now, before it's too late! bit.ly/AMCOpenCockpitDay