EXHIBITIONS
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Gain a deeper appreciation of the Solar System
and of those who explore it.
SPACE. SKY. SCI-FI. A collection of exhibitions
examining our corner of the cosmos!
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Exhibition Announcement Press Release - PDF
Related Press Releases:
1. Director's Letter - PDF
2. Special Events Listing - PDF
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On exhibit
January through April, 2012
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IN PLANE VIEW: Abstractions of Flight
Jan 7 – April 1, 2012
Large-format photographs showcasing the National Air and Space Museum’s iconic aircraft.
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MCFTA Press Release - In Plane View - PDF
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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.
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TOUCH THE SKY: Cloud Photographs by Fran Gardino
Jan 14 – April 29, 2012
Placing the viewer above the clouds, these color photographs capture the power and majesty of these billowing forces of nature.
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MCFTA Press Release - Touch the Sky - PDF
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SKY DESIGNS II:
A Collection of Aviation and Aircraft Artifacts
Jan 14 – April 22, 2012
Aviation artifacts from private collectors and enthusiasts reflect the excitement of flight.
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MCFTA Press Release - Sky Designs II - PDF
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GIANT WORLDS: Voyage to the Outer Solar System
Auditorium
Jan 28 – April 29, 2012
This interactive exhibition provides a closer look at the Solar System's fascinating giant planets: Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune.
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MCFTA Press Release - Giant Worlds - PDF
MCFTA Press Release - Giant Planet Fun Facts - PDF
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This work was completed by the Space Science Institute, which was supported by NSF under Grant No. ESI-0404414.
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OUT OF THIS WORLD:
Extraordinary Costumes from Film and Television
Jan 28 – April 29, 2012
Original costumes from some of the most popular films and television shows of all time.
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MCFTA Press Release - Out of this World - PDF
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