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Air and Space After Hours: Innovating Galleries

Thu, Nov 5 · 6:00 PM National Air and Space Museum · National Mall

From groundbreaking technologies to creative preservation methods, innovation is at the heart of the National Air and Space Museum’s exhibitions. Join us for an after-hours event at the Museum to: Talk to our curators about the past, present, and future of aviation and space Get behind-the-scenes stories from staff that care for our artifacts and develop our exhibitions Meet our partners from around the Smithsonian, including the National Zoo, the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum, and the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center. Explore the Allan and Shelley Holt Innovations Gallery Enjoy small bites (included while supplies lasts) and beverages (available for purchase) Listen to music by strolling musicians throughout the building This program is for guests 21 or older. Guests must present a valid ID for entry. This event is free but tickets are required. Tickets will be available to be reserved from this linked webpage above on October 2, 2026 at 6 PM ET.

Get tickets · Free with registration, only 21+ Tickets will be available to be reserved from this linked webpage above on October 2, 2

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