2 Apr 2021

National Museum USAF to open an aircraft one day each month

Beginning in April 2021, the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will provide the opportunity for visitors to get an up-close look inside a different aircraft from the collection each month on select days from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. On Saturday, April 17, visitors will be able to walk through the AC-130A Spectre, which is a C-130 converted to a gunship

2 Mar 2021

New ‘Women in the Air Force' exhibit to open with virtual event on March 5

A new series of displays highlighting women’s achievements in their civilian and military careers with an emphasis on the U.S. Air Force and its predecessors will be officially opened during a live-streamed virtual event on March 5 at 6:30 p.m. (Tune-in beginning at 6:20 p.m. for a pre-event video at

22 Feb 2021

Space Art Exhibit to open February 26 at National Museum USAF

A new space art exhibit hosted by the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force in conjunction with the International Association of Astronomical Artists (IAAA) titled “The Beauty of Space,” will open at the museum on Feb. 26, 2021. The Exhibit, which will be on display in the museum’s Cold War Gallery, will include 49 awe-inspiring pieces in varying

12 Feb 2021

Micro Drone Race to take place Feb 20 at National Museum USAF

National Museum of the U.S. Air Force visitors will have the opportunity to see fast flying micro machines as 20 pilots maneuver their drones over, under, around and through the C-124 and F-82 aircraft during the museum’s second annual micro drone race on Feb. 20.Registered drone pilots will begin practicing at 9 a.m. and then race in a series of

21 Jan 2021

National Museum USAF to host new Space exhibit

A new interactive exhibit designed to spark imaginations by igniting the desire for space exploration and discovery, and inspire new generations of explorers to dream of the possibilities that lie ahead, will be on display at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force from Jan. 28-Sept. 6.The exhibit, titled “SPACE: A Journey to Our Future,” is

29 Dec 2020

National Museum USAF Open Late on first Thursday of month

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will offer evening hours on the first Thursday of the month in January, February and March of 2021. During these select evenings from 5-8 p.m., the museum will offer the public an opportunity to get an up-close look at a different aircraft from the collection each month. In addition, the Museum Store will

5 Nov 2020

National Museum USAF to host Veterans Day Programs

To commemorate Veterans Day the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will host programs for the whole family to enjoy from Nov. 11 - 15. On Wednesday, Nov. 11 visitors will have a special opportunity to interact with nearly 50 veterans during the “Plane Talks” program from 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Visitors can hear stories from crew chiefs;

19 Oct 2020

National Museum USAF selected for Air Force Heritage Award for Space Suit exhibit

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force was recently selected by the U.S. Air Force History and Museums Program as a recipient of a 2020 Air Force Heritage Award for its Space Suit exhibit.The award recognizes outstanding achievements by Air Force History and Museums personnel that foster a better understanding and appreciation of the Air Force,

8 Oct 2020

New 'Women in the Air Force' exhibit coming to National Museum USAF

As the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment that extended voting rights to women is being commemorated this year, the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force is honoring women with a new exhibit titled “Women in the Air Force: From Yesterday into Tomorrow,” which highlights achievements in their civilian and military careers with an emphasis on

23 Sep 2020

National Museum USAF Open Late on First Thursday of each month

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will continue offering evening hours on the first Thursday of each month the rest of the year.During these select evenings from 5-8 p.m., the museum will offer the public an opportunity to get an up-close look at a different aircraft from the collection each month.On the evening of Oct. 1, visitors will be