Competitions

Welcome to the Cradle of Aviation Museum's exhilarating STEAM competitions for students!

Immerse yourself in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics through our captivating contests to spark creativity, innovation, and teamwork.

Join us in the heart-pounding 'Egg-Drop' challenge, where students engineer contraptions to protect fragile eggs from gravity's grasp. Harness the power of the wind in the electrifying 'KidWind' competition, where imagination takes flight as young minds craft and test wind turbines. And don't miss the awe-inspiring 'Future World City Showcase', a platform for budding architects and visionaries to construct the cities of tomorrow.

These mind-expanding competitions are just a $5 add-on per student alongside museum admission, offering an unforgettable opportunity to learn, compete, and be inspired.

Unleash your potential and be a part of shaping the future – only at the Cradle of Aviation museum.

Call 516-572-4029 for more details.

2024 Competitions

Egg-Drop Challenge - Thursday, April 18 - Get ready to crack this "egg-citing challenge!"  Students will test their engineering skills by building a device to protect a raw egg from thrilling falls at different heights. Check out the attached documents for more info!

Eco-City Challenge: Sustainable City Design Contest - Monday, June 3

Cradle of Aviation Museum is proud to present the inaugural “Eco-City Challenge” where High School and Middle School students work together to create a sustainable city model. Participants gain valuable critical thinking, problem solving and teamwork skills through this transformative experience.

Download the guide for important details such as:

• Project plan deadline May 20, competition June 3
• Teams of 3-5 students
• Team designs an eco-friendly city
• Three parts to the project
• Size restriction to the model
• Value of materials for the entire project may not exceed $100

Reserve your team spot by calling Reservations at 516-572-4066, Monday through Friday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.