DESTINATIONS

School

Structured group tours allow for hands on experience while teaching about aviation and Maryland history. In addition to its history, groups explore the science and technology of aviation. Tours include a time traveling experience that shows how airplanes have changed, a look at the history or airmail, details of women's experiences in aviation, and more.

supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies, Science.

topics covered:
History, Heritage, Industry, Technology.

contact info
Name: Amanda Elliott, Education Department.
Phone: 301-864-6029
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: 10 min., 100 max. Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Guided Activities. Recomm. Length of Visit: 2 hours. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1. Registration: Phone, Email. Food Options: Bring your own, Picnic area available. Cost: Fee Title I or Financial Support: No.

ABOUT

College Park Aviation Museum

An affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, the College Park Aviation Museum preserves and promotes aviation innovations fostering curiosity about the history and science of flight. The museum is located on the grounds of the world’s oldest continuously operating airport, founded in 1909 while under Wilbur Wight’s instruction. Exhibits highlight unique aircrafts and artifacts.

contact info

Hrs: Daily 10AM-5PM.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

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History Museum Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

A history museum or historical museum is a museum dedicated to presenting artifacts and exhibits reflecting the history of a particular nation, local level or a specific historical prospective or period.

History museums and historic houses or sites constitute the largest number of museums in the United States.

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Scouts

Structured group tours allow for hands on experience while teaching about aviation and Maryland history. In addition to its history, groups explore the science and technology of aviation. The museum hosts biannual STEM based scout days with activities like making balloon rockets, paper airplane competition, using parachutes, and more. Scouts can also visit on evenings or weekends to make a balsa glider!

supports scout badges in:
Social Studies, Science.

topics covered:
History, Heritage, Industry, Technology.

contact info
Name: Amanda Elliott, Education Department.
Phone: 301-864-6029
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: 10 min., 100 max. Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Guided Activities. Recomm. Length of Visit: 2 hours. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1. Registration: Phone, Email. Food Options: Bring your own, Picnic area available. Cost: Fee Title I or Financial Support: No.

ABOUT

College Park Aviation Museum

An affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, the College Park Aviation Museum preserves and promotes aviation innovations fostering curiosity about the history and science of flight. The museum is located on the grounds of the world’s oldest continuously operating airport, founded in 1909 while under Wilbur Wight’s instruction. Exhibits highlight unique aircrafts and artifacts.

contact info

Hrs: Daily 10AM-5PM.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

History Museum Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

A history museum or historical museum is a museum dedicated to presenting artifacts and exhibits reflecting the history of a particular nation, local level or a specific historical prospective or period.

History museums and historic houses or sites constitute the largest number of museums in the United States.

View Lesson Plan>>

Homeschool

Structured group tours allow for hands on experience while teaching about aviation and Maryland history. In addition to its history, groups explore the science and technology of aviation. Homeschool days are offered during the school year and can include art activities, science demonstrations, a meeting with the pilot, scavenger hunts, and more.

supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies, Science.

topics covered:
History, Heritage, Industry, Technology.

contact info
Name: Amanda Elliott, Education Department.
Phone: 301-864-6029
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: 10 min., 100 max. Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Guided Activities. Recomm. Length of Visit: 2 hours. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1. Registration: Phone, Email. Food Options: Bring your own, Picnic area available. Cost: Fee Title I or Financial Support: No.

ABOUT

College Park Aviation Museum

An affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, the College Park Aviation Museum preserves and promotes aviation innovations fostering curiosity about the history and science of flight. The museum is located on the grounds of the world’s oldest continuously operating airport, founded in 1909 while under Wilbur Wight’s instruction. Exhibits highlight unique aircrafts and artifacts.

contact info

Hrs: Daily 10AM-5PM.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

History Museum Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

A history museum or historical museum is a museum dedicated to presenting artifacts and exhibits reflecting the history of a particular nation, local level or a specific historical prospective or period.

History museums and historic houses or sites constitute the largest number of museums in the United States.

View Lesson Plan>>