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Visitor tip
Start with the Mars exhibit and flight simulators first, then explore the aircraft collection. These interactive, hands-on experiences are the highlight mentioned most frequently in reviews and work best early when energy is high.
Visitor tip
Families with elementary to middle school-aged children should prioritize this venue—reviews consistently highlight that this age group finds the scavenger hunts, flight simulators, VR experiences, and Mars exhibit engaging. The hands-on nature keeps kids entertained for hours.
Visitor tip
Don't miss the outdoor aircraft collection in the yard, which is accessible even during off-hours. Several visitors mentioned discovering the venue by accident while viewing exterior planes, then returning for the full interior experience.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Science Center
- Highlights
- Historic aircraft collection, Mars exhibits, escape rooms, flight simulators, hands-on STEM programs
- Location
- Horseheads, NY (Southern Tier/Northern Tier PA region)
- Accreditation
- ASTC member, 501(c)(3) organization
What visitors say
Staff was very friendly, specially the lady at the counter. The place is full of history and adults and kids can enjoy and learn. You can also take pictures of the aircrafts in the outside.
We are a family of 4 with two boys (elementary and middle school aged) and stopped by on a Sunday morning out of curiosity while visiting the area. What an unexpected fun, hands-on place to learn about airplanes, space exploration, Mars…
Very nice place with some unique aircraft including an AGM-28 stored behind the building
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Did You Know?
- Features an exclusive exhibit on how to live on Mars, including Mars Mission-based escape rooms and interactive VR experiences
- Houses a 25,000 square foot hangar with a historic aircraft collection spanning World War II to present day, including rare aircraft like an AGM-28 missile
- Offers multiple flight simulators and hands-on STEM learning stations integrated throughout the museum, creating interactive gaming experiences for visitors
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