Destination Hiller
Drones, Flight Simulators, Exhibits, and Fun!
Destination Hiller
Drones, Flight Simulators, Exhibits, and Fun!
Visit the Hiller Aviation Museum
Here are just a few of our inspired activities.
Drones
Fly a drone!
Discover the fun and challenge of drone flight! Observe drone demonstrations, take the controls of a realistic drone simulator, and pilot an actual drone in the Drone Plex flight center during Try and Fly.
Flight
Flight Simulators
In the Flight Sim Zone, take a virtual flight across the Bay and see the world from the unique perspective of a pilot. Real pilots will show you how to control a Cessna 172.
Invention
Invention Lab
This “mini makers lab” has new hands-on activities for kids, exposing them to STEM in a fun and engaging way. Here they can use the tools of science to explore aviation, aerodynamics, engineering, assembly, and design.
Exhibits
Explore your journey
From historic aircraft to interactive displays, we have something for everyone.
Activities
Hands-on inspiration
Get hands-on with our activities: flight Simulators, Drones, and Invention Lab.
Groups
School Programs
Field trips in science, technology, math, and engineering for Grades Pre-K through 12
Open Daily, 10 AM-5 PM, Including Weekends, and After School too!
We’re the perfect museum destination during Bay Area school breaks. Kids of all ages will have fun learning about S.T.E.M. through our exciting interactive displays.
Everyday Fun, Rain or Shine
We have a vast indoor area at the museum, so no matter what the weather, finding indoor fun is easier than you think.
ALL HILLER Events
Upcoming Hiller Events
Kids’ Carnival
Kids’ Carnival
Join the excitement with special activities just for kids! Paint the Cessna Cardinal, check out in an airpla...
Flight Simulator Rally
Flight Simulator Rally
The Flight Simulator Rally, held monthly in the Hiller Aviation Museum’s Flight Sim Zone, presents participa...
Bubble Bonanza
Bubble Bonanza
Discover the world of rockets! Use a variety of common craft materials to convert a bottle into a high perform...
Happy Birds
Happy Birds
Performing birds dazzle with their intelligence and skills and their singular ability to inspire dreams of fli...
Bubble Bonanza
Bubble Bonanza
Discover the world of rockets! Use a variety of common craft materials to convert a bottle into a high perform...
Kids’ Carnival
Kids’ Carnival
Join the excitement with special activities just for kids! Paint the Cessna Cardinal, check out in an airpla...
Kids’ Carnival
Kids’ Carnival
Join the excitement with special activities just for kids! Paint the Cessna Cardinal, check out in an airpla...
Water Rocket Rally
Water Rocket Rally
Use a variety of common craft materials to convert a bottle into a high performance rocket vehicle, then test ...
Flight Simulator Rally
Flight Simulator Rally
The Flight Simulator Rally, held monthly in the Hiller Aviation Museum’s Flight Sim Zone, presents participa...
Glider Discovery Day
Glider Discovery Day
Discover the world of flight in a special outdoor family event!
Benefit Gala 2024
Benefit Gala 2024
Join us for our 20th Annual Benefit Gala: Flying on the Edge. This years keynote speaker is Melissa Burns, US ...
Straw Rocket Workshop
Straw Rocket Workshop
Discover the world of rockets! Use a variety of common craft materials to convert a bottle into a high perform...
Kids’ Carnival
Kids’ Carnival
Join the excitement with special activities just for kids! Paint the Cessna Cardinal, check out in an airpla...
Kids’ Carnival
Kids’ Carnival
Join the excitement with special activities just for kids! Paint the Cessna Cardinal, check out in an airpla...
Flight Simulator Rally
Flight Simulator Rally
The Flight Simulator Rally, held monthly in the Hiller Aviation Museum’s Flight Sim Zone, presents participa...
Kids’ Carnival
Kids’ Carnival
Join the excitement with special activities just for kids! Paint the Cessna Cardinal, check out in an airpla...
Glider Discovery Day
Glider Discovery Day
Discover the world of flight in a special outdoor family event!
Straw Rocket Workshop
Straw Rocket Workshop
Discover the world of rockets! Use a variety of common craft materials to convert a bottle into a high perform...
OPEN DAILY FROM 10 AM TO 5 PM.
The Hiller Aviation Museum is closed Easter Sunday, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
Closures also include select featured and private events.