Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week. FREE Admission & Parking
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.
Open Through Late July
Lego display in the museum's fourth building. This Lego display built by Ken Osbon with Cincy Lug is now open for viewing and will be on display until late July. Museum visitors can see representations of the Miracle on the Hudson, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and more!
Open Through October 10
American Sign Museum Exhibit "A Signmaker's Journey" will be on display in the museum through October 10. Come take a closer look at the three historically significant eras of illuminated signage - lightbulb, neon and plastics - with signs representing all three eras.
June 4-6, 2022
WWII Memorial Weekend
Kick off the 75th Anniversary of the U.S. Air Force with a weekend of activities featuring a look inside the storied Memphis Belle™, pop-up concerts by the USAF Band of Flight, special movie presentations and a replica WWII Memorial Wall.
Visit our WWII Memorial webpage for more.
June 25-26, 2022
Traveling Korean War Memorial "The Forgotten War" with Open Aircraft
Remember the 72nd anniversary of the start of the Korean War and honor those who served by visiting this replica exhibit of Washington DC’s Korean War memorial.
From 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day, step up to take a look inside the F-86A "Sabre" and the MiG-15bis.
More information Here
July 30 - Aug. 7
Space Celebration Look to the stars at this eight-day celebration of all things "space." Hands-on activities, guest speakers and more will appeal to everyone in your family. Stay tuned for more details.
Saturday, August 13
Open Aircraft Day, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Visitors will have the unique opportunity to look inside the B-24D Liberator More information B-24 Liberator Fact Sheet
Aug. 18-21
SALUTE: A Vietnam Veterans Tribute
Join us at the museum as we welcome the American Veterans Traveling Tribute (AVTT) Traveling Wall. As a backdrop for this memorial, the museum will host aerial events, a flyover and more.
More Information
September 17
Plane Talks In honor of the 75th Anniversary of the Air Force 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Interact with various subject matter experts stationed in the galleries near the aircraft or exhibit that relates to their expertise. More Information
Oct. 7-8
World War I Dawn Patrol Rendezvous
Aerial events, reenactor encampment, antique cars, workshops and a speaker series frame an exciting weekend of fly-ins from replica WWI aircraft.
Saturday, October 15
Open Aircraft Day, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Visitors will have the unique opportunity to look inside the Gulfstream Aerospace C-20B. More information
Gulfstream Aerospace C-20B
November 11
Plane Talks - Veterans Day 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Interact with various subject matter experts stationed in the galleries near the aircraft or exhibit that relates to their expertise. More Information
December 7
Plane Talks - Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Interact with various subject matter experts stationed in the galleries near the aircraft or exhibit that relates to their expertise. More Information
December 10 Open Aircraft Day, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Visitors will have the unique opportunity to look inside the F-117A Nighthawk More information F-117A Nighthawk Fact Sheet
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 and firearms, to include conceal carry and other dangerous weapons.
Prohibited Items: - Firearms* - Knives - Box cutters - Food and Soda Drinks - Alcohol - Coolers - Backpacks * Firearms, to include conceal carry 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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