Bessie Coleman was born in Atlanta Texas, right near the border with Louisiana and Arkansas, in 1892. Her mother was African American and her father... more >
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Your destination for stories and insights on all things aviation and aerospace.
Eugene Bullard, the First African American Fighter Pilot and Veteran of Two World Wars
January 18, 2021
Eugene Bullard (1895 – 1961) was among the first black military pilots in the world. There were around five black military pilots in World War I, and... more >
A Bid to Turn the Tide
January 6, 2021
While there are many opportunities within the aviation industry, there is a shortage of diverse candidates ready to fill entry and upper level... more >
Power of Giving: Ron Limes
December 30, 2020
The path from goal to achievement seldom follows a straight line. Both unforeseen challenges and unexpected opportunities can alter one’s intended... more >
Dr. Farouk El-Baz
April 30, 2020
Originally from Egypt, geologist Dr. Farouk El-Baz helped NASA select the best places to land on the Moon.
Pete Conrad
April 30, 2020
His first name was Charles, but everyone called him Pete.
Apollo 12 astronaut, Charles “Pete”
Conrad was selected as part of NASA’s second... more >
Top 5 Things To Do at the Museum This Fall 2019
August 23, 2019
When the weather turns cold and rainy in Seattle, it's the perfect time to plan a trip to the Museum! This fall, we have fun events and activities sure... more >
Pilot Profile: Candyce Henderson
August 5, 2019
For Candyce Henderson, First Officer for Frontier Airlines, it all began with Mae Jemison. “In the first grade, we were assigned to do a project about... more >
The Apollo 11 Moon landing is regarded as one of the most incredible moments in human history. But after the Apollo 11 astronauts walked on the Moon,... more >
Vietnam veterans from diverse backgrounds and experiences gathered with friends, family, and community supporters for the opening of our Vietnam... more >
