January 21, 2022
We can't wait to see YOU at the museum tomorrow for "The Science of Flight" Exhibit Opening Celebration!
To celebrate the public unveiling of this original, bilingual exhibit, opening day will feature a slew of one-day-only offerings including:
* Live Birds of Prey (falcon and barn owls) with licensed Master Falconer Robb Herst
* Balloon Animals
* Paper Airplane Contest with Museum Store gift certificates awarded to winners for longest distance and judge's favorite!
* Flight-themed crafts, including "Color Your Own Butterfly Glider" and "Design & Create Your Own Mini-Parachute"
* Flight-themed scientific displays presented by museum researchers
* Bird-themed stories and activities hosted by Blue Ridge Regional Library
* Food Truck (lunch and snack items)
* And more!
Specifically for adults, the museum is offering "THE FLIGHT" from 1 to 4 p.m. Featuring Twin Creeks Distillery and Mountain Valley Brewing, both entities will be providing a limited number of 3 ounce pours of their select products to visitors 21 and older. Additional fees will apply.
***Admission rates apply. Masks are REQUIRED inside the museum. Opening day is from 10am to 4pm.***