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Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week. FREE Admission & Parking Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.
Introduction to Becoming a Pilot course
This free two-week course consists of Ground School and training at a flight simulator. Students, ages 14-18, must be able to attend all 6 classes over the two-week period. Registration is required. Click here for more information.
TARC Rocket Team
Each year the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force hosts a "The American Rocketry Challenge" (TARC). What is TARC? It is the world's largest rocket contest and involves having students design, build and launch rockets to meet a specific goal which changes each year. Application required for students entering grades 9-12. Click here for additional information.
CyberPatriot Program
The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force is starting a CyberPatriot Program. This program is designed for students with a strong desire to work on a team interested in cybersecurity or other STEM disciplines. The team will participate in the National Youth Cyber Defense Competition which includes a series of online competition rounds and teams are given a set of virtual operating systems and tasked with finding and fixing cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Application required for students entering grades 9-12. Click here for additional information.
We are not offering special programming or tours for school or youth groups at this time. We will re-evaluate the ability to provide these programs as conditions change. Please check our website for updates.
Download these Scavenger Hunts prior to your visit to add to your experience!
Download this Scavenger Hunt to follow along with the Virtual Tour of the Cold War Gallery.
Contact Us For more information about educational programs, please contact the Education Division at nationalmuseum.mut@us.af.mil or call (937) 255-8048.
Notice: Visitors may be filmed, photographed or recorded by the U.S. Air Force for educational and promotional uses, including for posting on public websites and social media.
Museum events range from flying events and Air Force Band of Flight concerts to ceremonies and family events. Use the drop-down menus below to see details about upcoming events.
Saturday, December 11
Plane Talks in honor of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day Subject matter experts will be stationed near the aircraft or exhibit that relate to Pearl Harbor. More information
Saturday, Dec. 18
Open Aircraft Day, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Visitors will have the unique opportunity to look inside the Lockheed SR-71A . More information
Aircraft fact sheet.
Saturday, Jan. 15
Open Aircraft Day, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Visitors will have the unique opportunity to look inside the A-10A Thunderbolt II(Fairchild Republic) More information
Saturday, Feb. 12
Open Aircraft Day, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Visitors will have the unique opportunity to look inside the F-4C Phantom II (McDonnell Douglas) More information
Saturday, Feb. 19
Plane Talks In honor of Presidents Day
Saturday, March. 12
Open Aircraft Day, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Visitors will have the unique opportunity to look inside the P-47D Razorback Thunderbolt (Republic) and the BF-109G-10 (Messerschmitt) More information
Traveling WWII Memorial June 5-6, 2022
Traveling Korean War Memorial "The Forgotten War" June 25-26, 2022
SALUTE: A Vietnam Veterans Tribute Aug. 18-21, 2022
World War I Dawn Patrol Rendezvous Oct. 7-8, 2022
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All visitors may be screened with a metal detector upon entry. In addition all bags are subject to search and may be placed through an X-Ray machine. Weapons are not permitted including pocket knives.
Prohibited Items: - Firearms* - Knives - Box cutters - Food and Soda Drinks - Alcohol - Coolers - Backpacks * Firearms and other dangerous weapons are specifically prohibited in Federal facilities in accordance with 18 USC §930 (c) Permitted Items: - Water bottles (clear, sealed bottle, up to 20 oz.) - Purses - Camera bags - Diaper bags - Strollers - Service animals Please note the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force is not responsible for items left in vehicles. Click here for frequently asked questions regarding items permitted inside the museum.
Notice: Visitors may be filmed, photographed or recorded by the U.S. Air Force for educational and promotional uses, including for posting on public websites and social media. Individuals are permitted to take their own photographs or videos while touring the museum.
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