Air Power Adventure: A Thrilling Science Demonstration for the Whole Family

Get ready for an exhilarating and educational experience at the Hiller Aviation Museum with the Air Power Adventure! On February 23, 2025, from 11:00 am to 11:30 am, come witness the incredible power of Earth’s atmosphere in a spectacular science demonstration that will leave both kids and adults in awe.

While air may seem invisible, its force is undeniable. In this fun and family-friendly event, you’ll explore the hidden science behind this invisible force that surrounds us every day. Air has the power to exert tremendous pressure—so much so that it can keep even the largest airplanes soaring high above the ground!

The Air Power Adventure brings to life the often-overlooked force of air and showcases its surprising applications in various experiments. Imagine seeing how air power can crush metal, drive chemical reactions, freeze metal objects, and even send things blasting skyward. These hands-on demonstrations will leave you astounded and eager to learn more about how air plays a crucial role in both nature and technology. Whether you’re a budding scientist or simply someone curious about the world around you, this event will open your eyes to the incredible science that powers our daily lives.

What to Expect During the Air Power Adventure

The Air Power Adventure is not just a typical lecture or presentation—it’s a high-energy, interactive demonstration designed to engage visitors of all ages. Led by skilled educators and science enthusiasts, the demonstration will dive into several fascinating phenomena:

• Crushing Metal with Air Pressure: Watch as a small amount of air pressure becomes strong enough to collapse metal cans, highlighting the immense force that air exerts, even though it’s unseen.

• Air-Powered Chemical Reactions: Learn how air can trigger chemical reactions and create exciting effects right before your eyes, illustrating the connection between science and the natural world.

• Freezing Metal Objects: Discover how changes in temperature and air pressure can cause surprising physical changes, including freezing objects in an instant.

• Blast-Offs into the Sky: Hold your breath as air pressure propels objects skyward in explosive demonstrations that will have you on the edge of your seat.

All of these exciting activities are designed to make science fun and accessible to everyone. Whether you’re watching the magic happen or engaging in hands-on activities, you’ll leave with a deeper understanding of the invisible forces shaping the world around us.

A Fun and Educational Experience for the Whole Family

The Air Power Adventure is perfect for families looking to spark curiosity and wonder in their children. Young minds will love the chance to witness these thrilling demonstrations, while parents and caregivers can join in the excitement, learning right alongside them. It’s an event that promises to be both fun and educational for everyone—from toddlers to adults.

Best of all, the Air Power Adventure is included with your museum admission, making it an affordable outing for the whole family. The event is completely free for museum members, so if you’re already a member of the Hiller Aviation Museum, all you need to do is show your membership at the door and enjoy the demonstration at no extra charge!

Tickets and Admission Information

If you’re not yet a museum member, don’t worry! Tickets are available for purchase, and this event is included with your admission. To make sure you don’t miss out on this exciting demonstration, be sure to buy tickets in advance.

The Hiller Aviation Museum is located at 601 Skyway Rd., San Carlos, and the Air Power Adventure will take place in the museum’s main event space from 11:00 am to 11:30 am on February 23, 2025. Plan to arrive early, as this popular event often draws large crowds. With a limited window of time, you’ll want to make sure you’re on time for all the thrilling action.

For museum members, simply bring your membership card to the door and enjoy the event for free. This is a great time to renew your membership or join the museum if you’re not yet a member, as there are plenty of exclusive perks, including free access to this event and many others throughout the year.

Why You Should Attend the Air Power Adventure

The Air Power Adventure isn’t just another science demonstration—it’s a chance to witness firsthand how the invisible world of air influences nearly everything around us. The thrilling experiments and high-energy demonstrations are designed to ignite curiosity and inspire a new generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators. It’s the perfect opportunity to introduce your children to the wonders of science while also enjoying a fun day out at the museum.

Whether you’re a local resident or visiting from afar, make sure to mark your calendar for this exciting event. The Air Power Adventure is an experience that will leave you with a new appreciation for the invisible yet powerful force of air, and you’ll walk away with fascinating knowledge that you can share with others.

Don’t Miss Out on This Exciting Science Adventure!

Gather your family and friends and prepare to be amazed by the Air Power Adventure. Witness science in action and enjoy a day of fun and learning at the Hiller Aviation Museum. Get your tickets today and don’t forget—museum members are free!

We can’t wait to see you there for an unforgettable science adventure!

About Hiller Aviation Museum

The Hiller Aviation Museum, a Smithsonian Affiliate museum, was opened to the public in 1998 by helicopter designer and inventor Stanley Hiller Jr. and features more than 50 aircraft from more than a century of aviation history. The museum is visited by over 108,000 people each year, including over 10,000 children from regional K-12 schools. Since opening, the museum has served over 1.7 million visitors. The Hiller Aviation Museum is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

A unique cultural asset and lifelong learning resource for diverse communities in the San Francisco Bay Area, the Museum celebrates the spirit of discovery and innovation of aviation pioneers whose creativity made the dream of flight a reality. Core museum programs for youth are based on state and national academic standards and support K-12 school curricula in history and science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), including interactive, hands-on programs developed in partnership with NASA.

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