Mask Policy: In accordance with the updated guidance released by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Department of Defense (DoD) and Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will require all visitors to wear face masks indoors effective July 30, 2021 until further notice.
Visitors ages three and up will be required to wear masks while indoors at the museum. This policy applies to all visitors, staff and volunteers regardless of vaccination status. Visitors may wear their own masks or a free paper mask will be provided. Cloth masks will also be available for purchase in the Museum Store. Additional information available here.
Due to public health precautions in relation to COVID-19 (Coronavirus), all events are subject to change and are re-evaluated on a weekly basis. We will continue to update this website and social media outlets with the latest information.
Check our Event page for a list of events we are planning.
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.
February 26 - September 26, 2021
"The Beauty of Space" Art Exhibit This exhibit will feature artwork by the International Association of Astronomical Artists. More information
Plane Talks Saturday, September 25
A unique Plane Talk will take place this Saturday, September 25 with the African Queen Half Track vehicle on display in the Korean War Gallery. Visitors can talk to retired Army Lieutenant Colonel Mark Koloc about his experience finding the 1943 US Army White M16A2 MGMC (Multiple Gun Motor Carriage) in the African desert and the retrieval and restoration of this historic vehicle.
Saturday, Oct. 16
Open Aircraft Day, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Visitors will have the unique opportunity to look inside the North American X-15A-2. More information
Aircraft fact sheet.
Saturday, November 13
Plane Talks 10:30-3:30 Subject matter experts will be stationed near aircraft or exhibits.
Saturday, Nov. 13
Open Aircraft Day, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Visitors will have the unique opportunity to look inside the Boeing KC-97L Stratofreighter . More information
Tuesday, December 7
Plane Talks: 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
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The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force is located at:
1100 Spaatz Street Wright-Patterson AFB OH 45433
(near Dayton, Ohio)