An artist's impression of a tidal disruption event (TDE), which occurs when a black hole destroys a star. - NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center
Black ‘Hole’ Weekend: Explore the Depths of Space!
This Thanksgiving break, skip the crowds and journey through the cosmos with us at the Cradle of Aviation Museum's Black Hole Weekend! From Friday to Sunday, experience interactive STEM activities centered on black holes, explore the mysteries of gravity wells, and catch special NASA videos revealing the wonders of our universe's most fascinating phenomena. Join us for an out-of-this-world family adventure and let curiosity pull you in!
Activities and NASA Videos are free with museum admission. Planetarium shows require separate admission.
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Orbiting ObjectsExperiment with different sized and weighted balls on a stretchy fabric gravity well.
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Make & TakeCreate a gravity well using paper cups and cut-out paper circles.
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Black Holes!A large central ball with greater mass creates a gravity well, bending space around it.
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How Black Holes FormSimulate a star collapsing when you pop a foil covered balloon.
Multiple NASA Video Screenings:
Discover the science behind black holes with exclusive NASA content.
Catch the 'Unseen Universe' on our giant dome screen, playing at 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm Friday through Sunday! (separate admission required)
This exciting look into cutting edge astronomy features the Event Horizon Telescope and the first image of a black hole ever captured.
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Whether IN-PERSON or ONLINE, the Museum Store has everything you need to inspire your inner-scientist!
General Admission
Museum and Planetarium Combo: Adult $25, Child/Senior* $23
Combo includes the museum and a single Movie/Planetarium Show.
Museum: Adult $18, Child/Senior* $16
The museum includes the aviation museum galleries
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Cradle of Aviation Museum, Charles Lindbergh Blvd., Garden City, NY 11530
Questions? Call Reservations (Mon-Fri, 10-4) at 516-572-4066
or use the Contact Form Here!
*Children ages 2-12, Senior Citizens 62+, Military Personnel, Volunteer Firemen & Non-Ambulatory Visitors
