The National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force sponsors many educational programs for young people and their families throughout the year, including docent-led tours, H+STEM classes, and summer/day camps.
Youth & School Tours
Bring history to life with a guided educational experience at the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force. Group tours are designed for students of varying grade levels and can be tailored to complement classroom learning.
Group Tour Pricing: Students and parent chaperones are $6 each. Teachers are free.
Standard and Science of Flight tours last approximately 1½ to 2 hours and include the 30-minute Mission Experience film.
Depending on group size, students may be divided into smaller groups and guided throughout the Museum by a docent. Lunch space may also be available following the tour for an additional fee. Groups wishing to have lunch catered are welcome to make their own arrangements and should notify the Museum in advance.
Mighty Eighth Tour
This tour immerses students in a historic journey from the rise of Adolf Hitler in 1933 through the unconditional surrender of the Axis powers in 1945. Students explore World War II with a focus on the service and experiences of the Eighth Air Force. Tours are tailored by grade level and may also include topics such as the Homefront, women during World War II, and the Tuskegee Airmen.
H+STEM: Invention & Innovation
Explore the inventions and innovations developed on wartime airfields and the Homefront. Students examine how technological advancements affected daily life during World War II and continue to influence the world today. Primary sources and artifacts from the Museum’s collection create a one-of-a-kind experience connecting history, engineering, and technology.
This tour follows the Georgia Standards of Excellence for sixth-, seventh-, and eighth-grade engineering and technology standards and is appropriate for grades 5–12.
Science of Flight Tour
This STEM-focused tour introduces students to the principles of aerodynamics using the Museum’s restored B-17 Flying Fortress to demonstrate the science, mathematics, and aeronautics that make flight possible.
Scavenger Hunt
Students explore the Museum at their own pace while searching for answers to grade-level questions. The scavenger hunt can be added to a guided tour at no additional cost or enjoyed on its own for groups looking for a more casual experience.
Bunkin’ In
Spend the night at the Museum with educational activities, a nighttime flashlight scavenger hunt, and a themed movie selected for the visiting group. Dinner, snacks, and breakfast are included, along with a personalized dog tag souvenir for every student. Participants only need to bring a sleeping bag and flashlight. Bunkin’ In programs are ideal for scout troops, classes, and birthday groups. A minimum of 20 students is required.
Summer Camps
Campers ages 6 to 12 spend the week exploring aviation history, teamwork challenges, hands-on activities, and more inside one of Georgia’s most inspiring settings. Each camp session combines learning, adventure, and fun while encouraging curiosity and discovery.
Camp Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday
Price: $275 per week, including a $50 non-refundable deposit. Discounts are available.
What’s Included: Water, snacks, lunches, activities, and plenty of fun.
History Headquarters
Youth History Club | Every other Wednesdays
This program offers an engaging exploration of World War II through history, STEM, and literature. Designed with homeschooling and touring families in mind, each session introduces young learners to the people, events, and innovations that shaped the war.
From historic battles to barrier-breaking groups such as the WASP and Tuskegee Airmen, History Headquarters combines hands-on learning, skill-building, and creative activities to bring history to life.
