National Museum of the United States Air Force™

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The Museum will be closed Sunday, May 25
In addition, the Fourth Hangar will be closed Saturday, May 24

Access to the Presidential Gallery will be limited from May 15 to June 5

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Museum Expansion

DAYTON, Ohio -- Construction crews excavate for the post-tension cables . The 224,000 square foot building, which is scheduled to open to the public in 2016, is being privately financed by the Air Force Museum Foundation, a non-profit organization chartered to assist in the development and expansion of the museum's facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Museum Expansion

DAYTON, Ohio -- Concrete is poured for the second butress which is located at the Northeast corner of the building.The 224,000 square foot building, which is scheduled to open to the public in 2016, is being privately financed by the Air Force Museum Foundation, a non-profit organization chartered to assist in the development and expansion of the museum's facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Museum Expansion

DAYTON, Ohio -- Concrete is poured for the first butress which is located at the Northeast corner of the building.The 224,000 square foot building, which is scheduled to open to the public in 2016, is being privately financed by the Air Force Museum Foundation, a non-profit organization chartered to assist in the development and expansion of the museum's facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Museum Expansion

DAYTON, Ohio -- Concrete is poured for the first butress which is located at the Northeast corner of the building.The 224,000 square foot building, which is scheduled to open to the public in 2016, is being privately financed by the Air Force Museum Foundation, a non-profit organization chartered to assist in the development and expansion of the museum's facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Museum Expansion

DAYTON, Ohio -- An overall look at the museum's fourth building construction site. The 224,000 square foot building, which is scheduled to open to the public in 2016, is being privately financed by the Air Force Museum Foundation, a non-profit organization chartered to assist in the development and expansion of the museum's facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Museum Expansion

DAYTON, Ohio -- An overall look at the museum's fourth building construction site. The 224,000 square foot building, which is scheduled to open to the public in 2016, is being privately financed by the Air Force Museum Foundation, a non-profit organization chartered to assist in the development and expansion of the museum's facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Museum Expansion

DAYTON, Ohio -- Concrete is poured into the footing pad for the buttresses. The 224,000 square foot building, which is scheduled to open to the public in 2016, is being privately financed by the Air Force Museum Foundation, a non-profit organization chartered to assist in the development and expansion of the museum's facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Museum Expansion

DAYTON, Ohio -- An overall look at the museum's fourth building construction site. The 224,000 square foot building, which is scheduled to open to the public in 2016, is being privately financed by the Air Force Museum Foundation, a non-profit organization chartered to assist in the development and expansion of the museum's facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Museum Expansion

DAYTON, Ohio -- Construction crew tie together the steel rebar for the buttress forms. The 224,000 square foot building, which is scheduled to open to the public in 2016, is being privately financed by the Air Force Museum Foundation, a non-profit organization chartered to assist in the development and expansion of the museum's facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Museum Expansion

DAYTON, Ohio --Construction crews continue the installation and placement of storm pipes which will provide drainage for groundwater and rainwater. The 224,000 square foot building, which is scheduled to open to the public in 2016, is being privately financed by the Air Force Museum Foundation, a non-profit organization chartered to assist in the development and expansion of the museum's facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Museum Expansion

DAYTON, Ohio --Concrete work being done on the footing pad for the buttresses. The 224,000 square foot building, which is scheduled to open to the public in 2016, is being privately financed by the Air Force Museum Foundation, a non-profit organization chartered to assist in the development and expansion of the museum's facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Museum Expansion

DAYTON, Ohio --Construction crews work on the frames for the buttress forms. The 224,000 square foot building, which is scheduled to open to the public in 2016, is being privately financed by the Air Force Museum Foundation, a non-profit organization chartered to assist in the development and expansion of the museum's facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Museum Expansion

DAYTON, Ohio --Concrete is poured into the footing pad for the buttresses. The 224,000 square foot building, which is scheduled to open to the public in 2016, is being privately financed by the Air Force Museum Foundation, a non-profit organization chartered to assist in the development and expansion of the museum's facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Museum Expansion

DAYTON, Ohio -- Construction crews use heavy equipment to provide the gravel needed to set the initial bedding material. Sand is then used to help lock the storm pipes into place. The 224,000 square foot building, which is scheduled to open to the public in 2016, is being privately financed by the Air Force Museum Foundation, a non-profit organization chartered to assist in the development and expansion of the museum's facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Museum Expansion

DAYTON, Ohio -- Construction crews work on the frames for the buttress forms. The 224,000 square foot building, which is scheduled to open to the public in 2016, is being privately financed by the Air Force Museum Foundation, a non-profit organization chartered to assist in the development and expansion of the museum's facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Museum Expansion

DAYTON, Ohio -- Construction crews continue excavating the foundations for the buttresses which will be used to hold up the roof trusses. The 224,000 square foot building, which is scheduled to open to the public in 2016, is being privately financed by the Air Force Museum Foundation, a non-profit organization chartered to assist in the development and expansion of the museum's facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Museum Expansion

DAYTON, Ohio -- Construction crews guide the installation and placement of storm pipes which will provide drainage for groundwater and rainwater. The 224,000 square foot building, which is scheduled to open to the public in 2016, is being privately financed by the Air Force Museum Foundation, a non-profit organization chartered to assist in the development and expansion of the museum's facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Museum Expansion

DAYTON, Ohio -- Construction crews guide the installation and placement of storm pipes which will provide drainage for groundwater and rainwater. The 224,000 square foot building, which is scheduled to open to the public in 2016, is being privately financed by the Air Force Museum Foundation, a non-profit organization chartered to assist in the development and expansion of the museum's facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Museum Expansion

DAYTON, Ohio --An overall look at the museum's fourth building construction site. The 224,000 square foot building, which is scheduled to open to the public in 2016, is being privately financed by the Air Force Museum Foundation, a non-profit organization chartered to assist in the development and expansion of the museum's facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Museum Expansion

DAYTON, Ohio --Construction crews prepare for the installation of concrete storm pipes for the museum's fourth building. The 224,000 square foot building, which is scheduled to open to the public in 2016, is being privately financed by the Air Force Museum Foundation, a non-profit organization chartered to assist in the development and expansion of the museum's facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Screening at Entrance
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
Prohibited Items:
- Firearms*
- Knives
- Box cutters
- Food and Soda Drinks
- Alcohol
- Coolers

* 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.
Visitor Photography Notice
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.