WAPAKONETA, Ohio (WLIO) - After the successful launch of the Artemis II, the Armstrong Air and Space Museum held different events for kids to learn more about space.
All day long, families were able to enjoy different hands-on discoveries at the museum with activities for all ages. One class taught kids how to safely view the sun and see sunspots through a telescope, while another class was able to make origami crafts replicating the James Webb telescope. Guests were also given the opportunity to take a 45-minute guided tour. Each child was able to learn more about space and the technology people have created.
"So, the reasoning behind this is James Webb was initially folded up when it was sent up into space in a rocket. And then they unfolded it in space before it began its mission of checking out the universe," says Melissa Moeller, museum educator at the Armstrong Air and Space Museum.
She adds that hands-on crafts teach kids first-hand how some of the aircrafts and technological items are made. For more events and business hours, check out the Armstrong website.
