EXHIBITIONS
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SPACE. SKY. SCI-FI.
Escape to other worlds at a collection of exhibitions examining our corner of the cosmos!
Nationally-touring exhibits celebrate the beauty and science of the upper atmosphere, and the determination of those who explore it.
Discover:
• The beauty and allure of the Solar System's four giant planets
• Famous costumes from popular TV shows and movies
• Stunning photographs of iconic aircraft
• The power and majesty of clouds when viewed from above
• The intrigue of aviation artifacts
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On exhibit through April, 2012
Sponsored by
 
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IN PLANE VIEW: Abstractions of Flight
Over 50 of Carolyn Russo's large-format photographs showcasing some of the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum's iconic aircraft. From the first successful flight, to landing on the moon, decades of historical and technological milestones are represented in these images focusing on the aesthetic attributes of these celebrated flying machines.
This exhibition has been organized by the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum.
The "In Plane View" exhibit was made possible with generous in-kind donations from Epson USA Inc., The National Museum of the Marine Corps, Smithsonian Affiliations, Bogen Imaging Inc. and a grant from the Smithsonian Women's Committee. |
Ends April 1, 2012
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TOUCH THE SKY: Cloud Photographs by Fran Gardino
Placing the viewer above the clouds, these canvas-mounted color photographs capture the power and majesty of these billowing forces of nature. |
Ends April 29, 2012
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SKY DESIGNS II:
A Collection of Aviation and Aircraft Artifacts
Explore the excitement of flight through aviation artifacts from private collectors and enthusiasts, including radio-controlled model airplanes, world-class collectible models, and photographs. |
Ends April 22, 2012
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GIANT WORLDS: Voyage to the Outer Solar System
Take a look beyond their beauty and gain a deeper understanding of the Solar System's fascinating giant planets: Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune. How did our Solar System form? What are giant planets made of? How big is Jupiter compared to Earth? Find the answers to these questions and many more in an interactive experience that's out of this world!
This work was completed by the Space Science Institute, which was supported by NSF under Grant No. ESI-0404414.
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Ends April 29, 2012
  
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OUT OF THIS WORLD:
Extraordinary Costumes from Film and Television
Original costumes from some of the most popular films and television shows of all time: from Star Wars to Blade Runner, The Terminator to Star Trek, and Raiders of the Lost Ark to The Wizard of Oz. Discover how costume design incorporates color, style, scale, materials, historical traditions and cultural cues to help performers and audiences engage with the characters portrayed on the screen.
This exhibition is organized by the Experience Music Project. |
Ends April 29, 2012
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EXHIBITION-RELATED ACTIVITIES
• THURSDAYS ARE "FAMILY FUN NIGHTS" AT THE MUSEUM:
OPEN UNTIL 8 PM!
Visit the museum on Thursdays and be entered to win a space-themed gift pack. Weekly drawing; no purchase necessary. Further information at MCFTA ticket office. Plus, on Thursdays from 4 to 8 pm visitors will receive a FREE GIFT with their admission purchase, while supplies last.
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• TOURS: Every Sunday from 2-3 pm
Learn fascinating details during hour-long docent-guided gallery tours highlighting portions of Space. Sky. Sci-Fi.
FREE with Museum admission.
Join museum educators for a one-hour guided look at selections from the Space. Sky. Sci-Fi. exhibitions.
No tour on Easter Sunday: April 8
February 5 – Out of This World
February 12 – Giant Worlds (with Bill Mitchell from Delta College Planetarium)
February 19 – Out of This World
February 26 – Giant Worlds (with Bill Mitchell from Delta College Planetarium)
March 4 – Out of This World
March 11 – Giant Worlds (with Bill Mitchell from Delta College Planetarium)
March 18 – Out of This World
March 25 – Giant Worlds
April 1 – Out of This World
April 8 – NO TOUR; Museum closed on Easter Sunday
April 15 – Giant Worlds
April 22 – Out of This World
April 29 – Giant Worlds
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• DOG TAG DEMONSTRATIONS
Presented by the Saginaw Valley Air Museum
Feb 18, Mar 3, 17, 31 and Apr 21 • 10 am – 4 pm
Watch as the Saginaw Valley Air Museum's vintage dog tag machine creates personalized dog tags.
Purchase your own dog tags for $6. Cash only, please. Proceeds benefit the Saginaw Valley Air Museum, with a portion donated to the Alden B. Dow Museum of Science and Art.
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• IN-GALLERY DEMONSTRATION DAYS
Presented by Midland Remote Control Modelers Club
Feb 4, Feb 25, Mar 24, Apr 7 • 10 am – 2 pm
Come watch local modelers working on their latest projects. Children ages 8 to 14 can try their hand at their own FREE aviation model. While supplies last.
FREE
Museum admission required to view SPACE. SKY. SCI-FI.
| www.midmichiganmodelmakers.com
Click here for Model Contest Details |
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• MID-MICHIGAN MODEL MAKERS DEMONSTRATION DAYS
WITH MAKE-AND-TAKE MODELS FOR KIDS
Feb 11, Mar 10 & Apr 14 • 10 am – 2 pm
On-site station where kids ages 4 to 12 can build a model airplane to take home! While supplies last.
FREE with Museum admission.
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• SILLY SPACE PUPPET WORKSHOP
Feb 25, 2012 • 1 – 3 pm
Create your very own space-inspired puppet and get a look at our costumes exhibition. There will even be a surprise or two!
For Ages 7 & up.
Cost: $8 per child (accompanying parent: $3)
Sponsored by Arbury Insurance Agency
| Silly Space Puppet Workshop:
Feb 25 • 1-3 pm BUY
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• COSMIC COSTUME CARNIVAL
Feb 18, 2012 • 11 am – 2 pm
Enjoy snacks and family-friendly activities, including face painting, make-your-own “star finders” and seeing how military dog tags are made. Meet some of your favorite Star Wars characters when the 501st Legion’s Great Lakes Garrison, and the Rebel Legion’s Great Lakes Base costuming groups make a special appearance. Costumes encouraged – You’ll be entered to win a prize! (no purchase necessary)
FREE with Museum admission.
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• "SCOUTING THE SKIES" SCOUT DAY WITH DELTA PLANETARIUM
Mar 3, 2012 • 11 am – 2:30 pm
A day packed with excitement, including Delta College Planetarium's Secret of the Cardboard Rocket and Space. Sky. Sci-Fi. at Midland Center for the Arts! Limited space.
11 am – 12 pm • Secret of the Cardboard Rocket at Delta College Planetarium
1 – 2:30 pm • Space. Sky. Sci-Fi at Midland Center for the Arts (in-depth experience with Museum educators; open house format)
Tickets: $9 per Scout | $12 per Adult (one leader admitted free per group of 5+ Scouts)
| March 3 • 11 am – 2:30 pm BUY
Links:
Trailer for Secret of the Cardboard Rocket:
www.youtube.comBmJMOuZmrWI
Delta College Planetarium:
www.delta.edu |
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• HOME SCHOOL DAYS
Mar 21 & Apr 18, 2012 • 11 am – 2 pm
Come and learn during these days planned especially for home school families, including on-site Museum educators answering questions during your visit.
Home school families receive special admission rate:
$3 per child. Adult admission: $8.
Home School Days are FREE for Museum members.
| March 21 • 11 am – 2 pm
April 18 • 11 am – 2 pm |
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• SCOUT DAYS – SPECIAL ADMISSION OFFER!
Mar 22 & Apr 19, 2012 • 4 – 8 pm
One Scout in uniform gets in FREE with one paid regular adult admission. Admission does not include Scout patch if applicable
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• SKY DESIGNS II OPEN MODEL CONTEST AND SHOW
Presented by Mid-Michigan Model Makers
Mar 31 • 10 am – 4 pm
MCFTA Lobbies
Mid-Michigan Model Makers presents "Sky Designs II Open Model Contest and Show" in the MCFTA lobbies. Live demonstrations, make-&-take project for kids, special awards, and vendors.
FREE with Museum admission.
| www.midmichiganmodelmakers.com |
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• SPECIAL EXTENDED SPRING BREAK HOURS:
APRIL 2 – APRIL 7, 2012
Monday – Friday • 10 am – 6 pm
Wednesday until 8 pm
Saturday • 10 am – 4 pm
Closed Easter Sunday (April 8)
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• ROCKETRY … IT'S A BLAST!
Apr 21 & 22 • 1 – 4 pm
Explore the wonderful world of rockets as the whole family works together from design to take-off! Ages 7 & older.
Cost: $60 | $45 Museum members
| Rocketry... It's a Blast!:
Apr 21 • 1-4 pm
Apr 22 • 1-4 pm
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• COMBO TICKET:
DELTA COLLEGE PLANETARIUM AND SPACE. SKY. SCI-FI.
Experience Space. Sky. Sci-Fi. And any one of Delta College Planetarium's current shows for one low price! May we recommend Extreme Planets – you'll discover places so strange and exotic that they defy the imagination! For details and show times, visit www.delta.edu/planets.
Tickets: $10 adults | $9 seniors (Ages 60+)
$7 children (Ages 4 – 14) | Combo:
Planetarium & Space. Sky. Sci-fi.
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