Drive-thru “Holidays You Missed” Pop-up Experience
Members-only Vehicle Parade
Sunday, July 12, 9 – 11 am
RSVP required, limited space available
Free to Members!
- A limited number of vehicles will be permitted to participate, and RSVPs are required. Slots are first-come, first-served. On July 12 you will need to bring a copy of your RSVP, which will be emailed to you upon signing up. Please only arrive during your 30-minute window.
- This special moment will feature the Easter Bunny and Leprechaun, allowing members to take a socially-distanced (but very cool) photo in front of the iconic Boeing 747 aircraft located behind the museum. This is your chance to capture a very special holiday memory. The Easter Bunny and Leprechaun will be 6-feet apart, but prominently featured.
- Only one family may exit their vehicle at one time, and one person from your vehicle will need to be responsible for taking the photo. (Tripods are OK, but keep it quick.)
- If you would like to include your vehicle in the photo, you may do so. (Otherwise you will park it out of the photo.) Whether you have a classic car, special vehicle, minivan, etc., you have the option to have your vehicle included.
- 9 to 9:30 am arrival
- 9:30 to 10 am arrival – Almost Full
10 to 10:30 am arrival– Full10:30 to 11 am arrival– Full
For more information about Museum Membership, please visit our Membership page.
FYI – Museum members also get 25% off in the gift shop at this time!
Imagination Playground
Temporarily Closed – Alternate Hands-On Exhibits Available
Included with Museum Admission
*Imagination Playground closes periodically for facilitated education events.
Meet Hiller Aviation Museum staff and build an aviation-themed project online in a special Virtual Invention Lab session!
Programs meets Wednesdays at 1 PM, and Saturdays & Sundays at 10 AM.
Presented live via Zoom from the Invention Lab studio! No pre-registration required, just drop in!
Virtual Invention Lab topics Summer 2020
- Prepare for Re-Entry (July 15-19, August 12-16)
- High-Flying Kites (July 22-26, August 19-23)
- Paper Helicopters (July 29-August 2, August 26-30)
- Straw Rockets (July 8-12, August 5-9)
Free of charge!
Current Activity
July 8-12
Straw Rockets
July 15-19
Prepare for Re-Entry
Straw Rockets
Investigate the science of rocket propulsion and Newton’s Third Law with a simple air-powered rocket!
30-minute activity offered at 10 AM, repeating at 10:30 AM for late joiners.
Supply List
- Scissors
- Tape (clear tape works best)
- Markers
- Straws (plastic, paper or reusable all OK)
Pattern and Zoom Link
Zoom link active only during scheduled Virtual Invention Lab sessions.
Invention Lab
INVENTION LAB REOPENS JUNE 27
Take-and-Make Activities Available 11 AM - 4 PM Saturdays & Sundays
Included with Museum Admission
Take simple materials to build an amazing project in flight!
Virtual Invention Lab
Join the Invention Lab from home! Broadcasting via Zoom live from the Invention Lab each Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday at 2 PM, the Virtual Invention Lab brings a hands-on experience in flight into your own home! Basic school supplies and access to a printer required for most activities. Visit the Virtual Invention Lab page to see the materials list, download the handouts, and join the live Zoom link!
Virtual Invention Lab
Weekend/Holiday Invention Lab Activities
June 27 – July 26
Paper Helicopters
Build a paper helicopter to investigate the science of rotary-winged flight! Suitable for ages 3 and up, take-and-make from the Invention Lab 11 AM – 4 PM Saturdays and Sundays.
Imagination Playground
Temporarily Closed – Alternate Hands-On Exhibits Available
Included with Museum Admission
*Imagination Playground closes periodically for facilitated education events.
Imagination Playground
Temporarily Closed – Alternate Hands-On Exhibits Available
Included with Museum Admission
*Imagination Playground closes periodically for facilitated education events.
Imagination Playground
Temporarily Closed – Alternate Hands-On Exhibits Available
Included with Museum Admission
*Imagination Playground closes periodically for facilitated education events.
Meet Hiller Aviation Museum staff and build an aviation-themed project online in a special Virtual Invention Lab session!
Programs meets Wednesdays at 1 PM, and Saturdays & Sundays at 10 AM.
Presented live via Zoom from the Invention Lab studio! No pre-registration required, just drop in!
Virtual Invention Lab topics Summer 2020
- Prepare for Re-Entry (July 15-19, August 12-16)
- High-Flying Kites (July 22-26, August 19-23)
- Paper Helicopters (July 29-August 2, August 26-30)
- Straw Rockets (July 8-12, August 5-9)
Free of charge!
Current Activity
July 8-12
Straw Rockets
July 15-19
Prepare for Re-Entry
Straw Rockets
Investigate the science of rocket propulsion and Newton’s Third Law with a simple air-powered rocket!
30-minute activity offered at 10 AM, repeating at 10:30 AM for late joiners.
Supply List
- Scissors
- Tape (clear tape works best)
- Markers
- Straws (plastic, paper or reusable all OK)
Pattern and Zoom Link
Zoom link active only during scheduled Virtual Invention Lab sessions.
Food Trucks
Fly Me to the Food!
Every Wednesday
11 am – 2 pm
The parking lot of the museum turns into a food court every Wednesday. Several food trucks serve their fresh eats at this gourmet event. The trucks rotate weekly so come for your favorite truck or try something new!
The event is rain or shine. We have indoor seating when it’s a little cold or outdoor seating under our shaded porte-cochere when the weather is just right.
Schedule of Food Trucks
Food trucks are scheduled for the following dates. Schedule is subject to change due to trucks breaking, scheduling conflicts and yes even traffic.
Food Trucks on Wednesday are temporarily suspended during the COVID-19 situation.
Please check back for updates about when Food Trucks will be returning!
Hiller Hangar Talk
Presentations, exploits, research and even some tall tales from aviators and flying enthusiasts.
Each talk is about 20-30 minutes with time for Q&A.
Presented via Zoom. Pre-registration required.
See the “Next Talk” and “Upcoming Talk” schedule for specific dates and times.
Free of charge!
Next Talk!
Wednesday, July 15, 2020. 7:00 pm
Ask an Astronomer
with Brian DiGiorgio
What’s it like being California’s on-call astronomer for the Internet? Discover all of the crazy questions, unique characters, and interesting astronomy that UCSC astronomy PhD student Brian DiGiorgio has found in two years manning the UC’s “Ask an Astronomer” service. Brian will talk about lessons learned from running the website as well as some highlights over the years. We’ll open up the floor for Q&A with Brian, afterwards.
Upcoming Talk
Wednesday, July 29, 2020. 7:00 pm
The Red Baron – Manfred von Richthofen
The fascinating story is told of one of the most respected and feared aircraft aces of World War I, the Red Baron. He was not an exceptional pilot, but a cunning hunter who learned to accommodate to the best possible advantage the strengths and weaknesses of the fragile aircraft he flew. This talk complements the recent unveiling of the museum’s new custom-built replica of the famous Fokker Dr.1 triplane, flown by the Red Baron.
Look for more Hangar Talks coming in August!
Upcoming Talk
Look for more Hangar Talks coming in August!
