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The author works at a desk with tools, with a variety of colourful materials in front of him.
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Education
Engineering & Technology

Designing a STEM activity: My co-op experience at the Canada Aviation and Space Museum

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Aug 27, 2019
When visiting museums, I have often taken part in hands-on activities to get a better sense of the historical significance of an exhibition. However, it was not until my three-week summer placement at the Canada Aviation and Space Museum that I truly understood the complex logistics behind such activities. It takes a whole lot of planning, testing, and paperwork to get a public program going smoothly! I got a taste of these steps this past summer; I had the chance to help create an engaging
Photograph showing a number of the aircraft and panels within the updated exhibition area.
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Exhibitions

Behind the scenes: Updates to the First World War exhibition area

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Jul 8, 2019
How does museum staff decide which exhibition to update next? Which basic changes can make an exhibition more inviting and insightful for today’s visitors? Take a behind-the-scenes look at how the Canada Aviation and Space Museum team planned its recent updates to the First World War area.
An exterior view of the Canada Aviation and Space Museum.
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Aviation

I do not expect to rise many feet from the ground...

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Jan 29, 2019
Earlier this month, a blogger paid a visit to the Canada Aviation and Space Museum. He penned a blog post about his impressions of the museum, based on his personal interest in aviation history. Check out the full post on his blog.
Rénald Fortier
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Aviation

Museum holds rare kite collection

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Aug 30, 2018
A visit to the Canada Aviation and Space Museum typically conjures up images of imposing planes and helicopters — not kites. But the museum actually holds an impressive collection of rare kites in storage. Read more about the hidden collection, and watch a short video where museum curator Rénald Fortier explains why the kites are not on public display.