Air Zoo Blog
Category: STEAM Education
Friday, Apr 28, 2023
Don't wing it this summer - nab your camper's spot while spots remain!
Launch into explorations with the Air Zoo’s Summer Camps! From flight to space; from robots to chemistry – there's something for everyone at the Air Zoo this summer. Work together to defy gravity, solve mysteries, and explore the cosmos! Full- and half-day camp programs run weekly from June 12 through August 21. Camps available for PreK-12th grade.
Register your camper today while spots remain. Don't forget, Air Zoo members get 10% off. Just sign into your online account pr...
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Tuesday, Nov 2, 2021
Air Zoo education team participates in Grand Rapids Griffins annual School Day Game
A UNIQUE, EDUCATIONAL FIELD TRIP EXPERIENCE
The Air Zoo is excited to be joining the Grand Rapids Griffins annual School Day Game on Wednesday, November 17, 2021, presented by the Army National Guard. Every year, thousands of West Michigan students and educators head to Van Andel Arena for this unique and fun learning experience that features interactive exhibits and educational displays throughout the concourse and during the game. The educational exhibits, with a STEM focus for the yo...
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Wednesday, Apr 28, 2021
Lots of new items in the Fly Buy Gift Shop!
We’ve been adding to our collection of interactive toys, books, and clothing for babies and toddlers. These popular items encourage hands-on learning, sensory play, and fun! From space and science books to educational toys and an adorable brand-new onesie, we’re sure you’ll find a unique gift item for the little ones in your life.
Check out the Baby University series from author Chris Ferrie, a best-selling child...
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Tuesday, Apr 9, 2019
Air Zoo Receives $129,000 in Support of New Education Classrooms!
Portage, MI, April 9, 2019 – The Air Zoo is excited to announce that it has received a $57,000 grant from the Margaret Dunning Foundation to support the renovation of its existing classroom spaces. This important grant will match the investment already committed by the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs in September 2018, in addition to a $15,000 grant from the Dorothy U. Dalton Foundation. This funding supports a complete renovation of the Air Zoo’s existing clas...
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Friday, Apr 5, 2019
Air Zoo’s Science Innovation Hall of Fame (SIHOF) Awards Honors Students, Educators, Lifetime Achievements - Saturday, April 13
Portage, MI, April 3, 2019 – The Air Zoo is proudly planning their sixth annual Science Innovation Hall of Fame (SIHOF) Awards event, which will take place at the Air Zoo on Saturday, April 13, 2019. Presented by Western Michigan University, this festive and interactive event recognizes and encourages West Michigan high school students, K-12 level educators, and local organizations and individuals who have innovated and excelled within, or shown exceptional support of, educat...
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Great place! Very interesting educational and informational! Great place to take the whole family as there is something for young children up to adults!
blackeyedsusan2018
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We took our grown daughters and young grandsons to the Air Zoo. It was very entertaining for all of us. There is so much to see and do. Rides for the whole family!
Rick C