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a playspace for preflight fun at DCA

curiosity runway

curiosity runway

Attention, this is your captain speaking!

Prepare to slide, climb, crawl, observe, discover, and tinker; and once you’re ready for takeoff, explore these fun learning activities for the plane (and beyond)! And don't forget to visit us in person in downtown DC for more STEAM-inspired fun.

Curiosity Runway is generously sponsored by Boeing.

let's go!


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