THE EAGLE INSTITUTE
at Historic Kress
Home of AUIX, serving as a nexus where conceptual thinking collides with practical applications, for the USAF, the community, the nation, and beyond.
Location
39 Dexter Ave, Montgomery, AL 36104
Contact
(334) 399-9613
Hours
The Eagle Institute will close at 17:00 on December 20th and will reopen at 07:30 on January 2nd.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
AUiX leverages The Eagle Institute as a bridge between public and private sectors by fostering collaboration and networking among the DoD, industry, academia, and the community. Through conceptual thinking and practical applications, stakeholders are equipped to develop national security initiatives and innovation in a building that is rich with historical significance.
First Floor
Praxeum
The Praxeum serves as a next-generation educational setting, fully designed to revolutionize how students learn. This cutting-edge space enables experimentation with avant-garde educational technologies and teaching methodologies, effectively serving as a testing ground for the future landscape of education.
Recommended Max Capacity: 50
For a full walkthrough of Praxeum, click here.
N-1
Praxeum’s basic breakout area which is engineered to facilitate individual contemplation or small-group ideation and research. N-1 also boasts an immersive flight simulator that provides a powerfully dynamic aviation experience that’s both accessible and challenging for all.
Recommended Max Capacity: 4
TWIN SUNS STUDIO
Praxeum’s specialized breakout area or stand-alone studio that could be useful for small-group brainstorming sessions or an integration of specialized technological capabilities that can support the production of various types of multimedia and facilitation of virtual reality experiences. The Eagle Institute Library is also housed here with a variety of book titles available for loan.
Recommended Max Capacity: 8
Chimaera
Chimaera, our dedicated wargaming and strategy suite, is elevating the domains of military decision-making and strategic planning by employing cutting-edge wargaming techniques, customized AI tools, and cross-disciplinary research. This workspace boasts multiple large screen displays and is fully configurable to accommodate a variety of planning efforts and sophisticated simulations.
Recommended Max Capacity: 20
Echo-Lab
Echo Lab serves as a vibrant makerspace designed to foster innovation, teamwork, continuous learning, and community involvement. This welcoming environment facilitates prototyping and entrepreneurial activities by offering an extensive range of fabrication tools and resources that catalyze creative endeavors.
Recommended Max Capacity: 6
Second Floor
Viper
Viper functions as our communal area designated for spontaneous dialogue. Intentionally left open for casual use rather than reservations, Viper aims to stimulate impromptu discussions and on-the-spot innovation.
Recommended Max Capacity: 30
Raptor
Raptor operates as a “pitch room” and a venue for evaluating ideas. Additionally, it functions as a bookable conference and teamwork area that can be expanded to create a unified space with Viper and Pegasus.
Recommended Max Capacity: 15
Pegasus
Pegasus serves as a versatile environment for both academic pursuits and innovative activities. Designed as a bookable extension area, it accommodates larger forums and audiences for a range of events.
Recommended Max Capacity: 30
Escape Pod
(Opening August 2024)
Escape Pod represents some key components of a Human Performance Optimization (HPO) line of effort, inviting users to explore wellness in a journey from assessment to action. Featuring Sparta Plates, a smoothie station, active recovery and mobility space, and a space for meditation, this environment continuously evolves to pilot the latest emerging resources that positively impact physical, cognitive, and spiritual well-being.
Recommended Max Capacity: 6