- Tours & Outreach Programs
Guided Tours
Reserve your guided tour by one of the staff or docents at the museum. This opportunity provides you with a one-on-one, in-person guide through the intricate history of women in air and space. Hear how these women’s accomplishments and challenges impacted the world we live in today, and the history being made today.
Cost will be $10 per guest and tours last approximately 60 minutes. The first tour during regular hours begins at 10:30 and the final tour starts at 2:30. However, we are eager to work with you to find the right fit for your group and schedule!
We ask that you call at least 3 days ahead to schedule your guided tour to ensure that a staff member or docent is available to engage your group.
For group tours (10 or more guests), a 40% deposit payment is due at the time of booking. We recommend booking group tours at least 1 week in advance to ensure better availability.
Please call the office at 216.623.1111 to schedule a tour or for more details and available dates.
- Adult Speakers Bureau Programs
Bring women’s air and space history to you with IWASM’s Speaker’s Bureau Series. Our knowledgeable staff offer a variety of speaking programs that have been enjoyed by libraries, corporate events, retirement communities, and more! Topics offered include:
- History of Women in Air & Space
- Quest for the Stars
- Hidden No More: Women Who Shaped our Space Program
- Women in World War II Aviation
- A Brief History of the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP)
Each program lasts 40-50 minutes, unless otherwise discussed, and can be customized to fit your interests and needs. Programs can be presented in-person or virtually.
Fees: $135 per program, plus mileage reimbursement for in-person programs. Additional fees may apply for customized programs.
Please contact the Executive Director at (216) 623-1111 or director@iwasm.org to book. All program requests must be received at least 4 weeks in advance.
Boxed Lunch & Learns
Enjoy lunch at IWASM while taking a dive into the lesser-known history of women in aviation and aerospace!
Our Lunch & Learn programs are designed for groups, and combine a lecture-style program from our Speaker’s Bureau with a catered lunch, and opportunity to explore the exhibits at the museum.
Lunch & Learn programs last 90 minutes. Lunch options include choice of sandwiches, salads, and beverages.
Fees: $20 per person (10 person minimum) and one-time $20 delivery fee. Payment is due in-full 2 weeks prior to program date.
To book, contact the Executive Director at (216) 623-1111 or director@iwasm.org.
Children's & Student Programs
IWASM has a variety of children’s programs available. We offer guided tours and age-appropriate activities for all school age children (great for school field trips, homeschool co-ops, or multi-family visits). Choose between “Aviation Adventures”, “Space Travels”, or a combination of both.
Programs are scaled and benchmarked with Ohio’s state education standards. Tours must be booked at least 2 weeks in advance by calling 216-623-1111 or by contacting the museum’s Director of Education, Amy Strawbridge, at astrawbridge2@iwasm.org.
Every June, IWASM hosts Rocket Day in conjunction with NASA. This program highlights the many contributions women have made in the areas of space travel and exploration. NASA’s presentation is engaging and packed with fun experiments and hands-on activities for children ages 5-12. Watch our website and social media for the date of our next Rocket Day!
Coming in 2027:
Homeschool Tuesdays – Keep an eye out for this new program! Each session will delve into an area of aviation, space, or science. Your child will learn about the effects of gravity, Newton’s Laws, and Bernoulli’s principle. Children will be challenged to build their own version of a Space Station and test different designs of paper airplanes. This program will debut in early 2027.
Could Chasers – Join us on November 12th 2027 for the debut of Cloud Chasers. This educational day for 8 to 14 year-olds is the aviation equivalent to Rocket Day. Celebrating the birthday of 1929 Powder Puff Derby winner Louise Thaden, this program will bring flight “down to earth” for young aviators. Stay tuned for more details about this flight-filled day!
Please reach out to the museum with any questions or comments about children’s tours, events or programming at 216-623-1111 or by emailing our Director of Education at astrawbridge2@iwasm.org.
Tour Inquiries
Please fill out the form below and a member of our team will contact you within the next business day to complete the scheduling process.