PRESS RELEASE
The Air Zoo Aerospace & Science Center is offering free admission this holiday season to families participating in SNAP and WIC programs. Eligible households may receive free entry for up to six family members now through December 31, 2025. Children ages 0–4 are always admitted free. As a long-standing partner of Museums for All, a national initiative with more than 1,500 participating institutions, the Air Zoo is committed to making museums accessible to all communities. This seasonal promotion aims to provide budget relief for families facing financial challenges while giving them the opportunity to enjoy the Air Zoo’s educational and inspiring experiences. Guests can participate by presenting current SNAP or WIC benefit verification at the Air Zoo ticket counter. No pre-registration or online purchase is required.
Making Discovery Accessible to Everyone
This initiative reflects the Air Zoo’s ongoing mission to remove barriers and expand access to STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) learning experiences. “We believe everyone deserves the chance to dream big and be inspired,” said Seth Welton, Marketing & Communications Manager at the Air Zoo. “By offering free admission for SNAP and WIC families this holiday season, we’re helping ignite curiosity and make discovery accessible to all.” Visitors of all ages can explore more than 100 aircraft and spacecraft, hands-on science exhibits, indoor amusement rides, creative play areas, and full-motion flight simulators. Special Winter Break Family Fun Days will be held December 22–23 and December 29–31, featuring activities designed to engage and inspire families throughout the holiday season. The Air Zoo also offers Community Access Memberships for families who visit regularly. These memberships are available for a limited time, thanks to generous support from the Marvin and Rosalie Okun Foundation. For more information about the Air Zoo’s Community Access Programs, exhibits, hours, and educational offerings, visit airzoo.org or call 269-382-6555.
About the Air Zoo
The Air Zoo is a Smithsonian-affiliated aerospace and science center located in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Its collection includes more than 100 rare and historically significant aircraft and over 80,000 artifacts, displays, and exhibits spanning history, science, and technology. The museum emphasizes hands-on learning, educational programs, flight simulators, amusement rides, a WWII aircraft restoration program, and a unique 32-foot-tall, 800-foot-wide indoor mural, making it a destination for visitors of all ages. For more information, visit www.airzoo.org/
About Museums for All
Museums for All encourages families of all backgrounds to visit museums regularly and build lifelong engagement. Individuals and families receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits) can access free or reduced admission at over 1,500 participating museums across the United States by presenting their EBT card. The program helps reduce financial barriers to museum experiences and fosters opportunities for learning, creativity, and family discovery. Since its launch in 2014, Museums for All has welcomed over 13 million visitors nationwide. It is administered by the Association of Children’s Museums in partnership with the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). Learn more or find participating museums at museums4all.org.
