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Explore robotics during free Family Day at museum

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  • By Sarah Swan
  • National Museum of the U.S. Air Force
DAYTON, Ohio --  Commemorate the 10th anniversary of Spirit and Opportunity - the twin Mars rovers - by learning about the exciting field of robotics during Family Day from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 18 at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force.

Designed for children and adults of all ages, Family Day offers several hands-on opportunities for all to enjoy. Aerospace demonstration stations, located throughout the museum's galleries, teach fun and simple aerospace principles, such as the role of robotics in the Air Force, examples of robotic toys, working robotics and more.

"Storytime" begins at 11:30 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. in the Early Years Gallery. Preschool and primary-grade children are invited to sit under the wings of airplanes and listen to stories about robots and Mars travel. Participants also can make a paper robot.

During this month's Aerospace Adventure from 1:30-3 p.m. in the event area next to the Korean War Gallery, participants can make their own robotic "hand" end effector.

In addition, throughout the day, visitors will have an opportunity to learn about how students in grades 4-12 can get involved in robotics by seeing demonstrations by the Dayton Challenger Learning Center's FIRST Lego League and FIRST Robotics Competition teams.

All activities are free! No advanced reservations are necessary. Call the Education Division at (937) 255-4646 for additional information.

The National Museum of the United States Air Force is located on Springfield Street, six miles northeast of downtown Dayton. It is open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day). Admission and parking are free. For more information about the museum, visit www.nationalmuseum.af.mil.


NOTE TO PUBLIC: For more information, please contact the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force Education Division at (937) 255-4646.

NOTE TO MEDIA: For more information, please contact Sarah Swan at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force Public Affairs Division at (937) 255-1283.