The Cradle of Aviation Museum is celebrating Astronomy and Space Day on Tuesday, April 7

Astronomy and Telescopes 12-4 pm
Thinking of getting a telescope? Ask the experts! AOS will answer any questions you have about stargazing on Long Island.

Space Time Scavenger Hunt 12 pm - 4 pm. In celebration of America’s 250th, explore the galleries to find planets, rockets, and key moments in astronomy. Find them all and claim your prize at the Museum Store. Free with Museum Admission

Planetarium Shows (separate admission required - just a $7 add-on with your paid museum admission)
Our immersive full-dome planetarium is one of the world's largest and most powerful virtual reality experiences!

Show Schedule:
11:00 am - One World, One Sky: Explore the night sky with your favorite friends from Sesame Street in One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure.
12:00 pm - Space Lab: Experience how aviation transformed our world, connecting people, cultures, and economies through the wonder of flight.
1:00 pm - Unseen Universe: Telescopes help humans explore the universe in ways we have never seen before!
2:00 pm - One World, One Sky: Explore the night sky with your favorite friends from Sesame Street in One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure.
3:00 pm - Unseen Universe: Telescopes help humans explore the universe in ways we have never seen before!

Museum Hours: 10 am - 5 pm