Get ready for a high-energy, hands-on adventure at the New England Air Museum’s Touch-a-Truck on Saturday, October 12, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM – Windsor Locks CT.
It’s an unforgettable day where families and aviation lovers can dive into the thrill of exploration, touch massive vehicles, and enjoy delicious food—all in one place!
What to Expect:
• Open Cockpits: Ever wonder what it’s like to sit where pilots sit? Now’s your chance! Step inside legendary aircraft, feel the controls, and imagine yourself soaring through the skies.
• Fire Trucks and Ambulances: Climb aboard and explore these life-saving machines. Meet local heroes and get an insider’s look at the vehicles that power our emergency services!
• Massive Heavy Equipment: Be amazed by the size and strength of the machinery that keeps our world moving. Perfect for aspiring engineers and curious minds alike.
• Chick-fil-A Food Truck: Come hungry and treat yourself to some fan-favorite eats! The Chick-fil-A food truck will be serving up lunch, so you can refuel after all the action.
• Face Painting: Let your inner tiger shine, come and get your face painted by the talented artist from DazzleDay Face Painter from 10am to 1pm.
“We are thrilled to bring back the Touch a Truck Day here at the museum,” says Jeanie Rozbora, Director of Visitor Services. “It seems only right that we add the marvels of movement by land to match the marvels of movement by air. We look forward to continuing to create and inspire our visitors with experiences that will spark futures in aerospace, engineering and manufacturing.”
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, October 12, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Location: New England Air Museum, 36 Perimeter Rd, Windsor Locks, CT 06096
Admission: Regular museum admission rates apply.
Food: Chick-fil-A food truck is available for lunch purchases.
Face Painting: DazzleDay Face Painters will be available from 10am to 1pm
Don’t miss this action-packed day of family fun and discovery!
Adventure awaits—don’t miss out! Mark your calendars for October 12th and experience the thrill of flight, the power of emergency vehicles, and the fun of family discovery at the New England Air Museum! For more information, visit www.neam.org or contact the museum directly.