Written By: Jenna Halsey Wings & Waves Waterpark Education Coordinator I know what you’re thinking- education programs at a waterpark? Why would kids want to learn about water when they are supposed to be having fun? The Education Department here at Evergreen believes that it’s possible (even necessary) to combine fun and education for a truly inspirational experience. That’s why we have created education programs that encourage hands-on learning in a fun and engaging environment. The Wings & Waves Waterpark…
Blog Written By: Stewart Bailey / Museum Curator Nearly 1000 years ago, a series of stories came out entitled “1001 Arabian Nights” and it featured a wondrous creation; the magic flying carpet. Ever since, people have wanted a device that could effortlessly whisk them through the air to their desired destination. While the Wright Brother’s creation gave humans the gift of flight, it was still too complex for the novice, and engineers have been working ever since to make flying machines…
John Collins, The Paper Airplane Guy, visits the Museum on February 23rd to show off his talents in three presentations MCMINNVILLE, Ore. (February 18, 2013) – John Collins, The Paper Air Guy, returns to the Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum to show off his trick-of-the trade in three presentations. The event is a part of the Museum’s Membership Appreciation Month, but is open to the public as well. John Collins earned a World Record on February 26th, 2012 for longest…
Rockwell Collins donates experimental aircraft to Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum McMinnville, Oregon (Jan. 29, 2013) – Rockwell Collins has donated and delivered its North American Sabreliner 50 experimental aircraft to Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum in McMinnville, Oregon on Tuesday, January 29th, 2013. The aircraft will join the existing 250 other aviation and space artifact throughout the Museum. “The Museum is very excited to display the Sabreliner 50 and share its story with our guests,” said Stewart Bailey, Evergreen…
Musicians Needed Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum Summer Concert Series: Music Under the Stars Fridays, July 12th – August 2nd & Saturday, August 10th 5:30pm – 8pm Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum is looking for musicians to play in our 5 week long concert series between the hours of approximately 6pm – 8pm. Music must be appropriate for all ages. Pay is negotiable, tip jars are allowed and you are welcome to sell your CDs if you would like. Event…






