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Dec. 4, 2019
Air Force dog 'Robson' featured as part of Canine Warriors exhibit at National Museum USAF

The newest wooden dog sculpture in a travelling exhibition that is currently on display at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force features the story of an Air Force German Shepherd named “Robson,” who served for six years as a Patrol and Explosive Detection Dog.The exhibit, which is titled
Nov. 12, 2019
New Poster Exhibit Opens Nov. 22 at National Museum of The U.S. Air Force

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will open a temporary exhibit titled “Posters at Home and War” on Nov. 22, 2019. This exhibit will feature more than 60 propaganda posters used in the U.S. from World War I through the Cold War. The exhibit, which will be on display in the museum’s Hall of
Nov. 8, 2019
Canine Warriors Exhibit at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

DAYTON, Ohio -- A wooden dog sculpture of former USAF military working dog Robson L096, was revealed on Nov. 7, 2019 by artist James Mellick at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. This sculpture titled "Waiting to Go", depicts Robson waiting for his handler, USAF TSgt. David Simpson. TSgt.
Oct. 24, 2019
Visitors encouraged to arrive early for 'Night at the Air Force Museum' on Nov 1

For one evening only, National Museum of the U.S. Air Force visitors will have a unique opportunity to meet military reenactors, Star Wars characters, and zoo animals; view or sit inside a cockpit; experience virtual reality; participate in kids activities; take a simulator ride; check-out a movie,
Oct. 10, 2019
New Wounded Warrior Dog exhibit coming to National Museum USAF on Nov 8

A new travelling exhibition of wooden dog sculptures featuring eight Wounded Warrior Dogs and four Canine War Dogs will be on display at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force from Nov. 8, 2019, through Jan. 31, 2020.The exhibit, titled “Canine Warriors – Courage and Sacrifice, Always Beside
Sept. 27, 2019
'Night at the Air Force Museum' to bring Museum to Life Nov 1

National Museum of the U.S. Air Force visitors will have a unique opportunity to meet military reenactors, Star Wars characters, and zoo animals; view or sit inside a cockpit; experience virtual reality; participate in kids activities; take a simulator ride; check-out a movie, and much more during
Sept. 23, 2019
Free activities for Home School Stem Day set for October 7 at National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

Home school students can explore the world’s largest aviation museum and learn about STEM topics during Home School STEM Day on Oct. 7 at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. During this event, home school children ages 3-18 can participate in a number of free educational activities with many
Sept. 10, 2019
Commemorate the Air Force's 72nd Birthday with 'Plane Talks' at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

To commemorate the 72nd Birthday of the U.S. Air Force, the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will host “Plane Talks” on Sept. 18 from 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., offering visitors a special opportunity to interact with veterans who will be stationed at aircraft throughout the museum.Included among
Aug. 30, 2019
Shades of Blue Jazz Ensemble to perform free concerts, kick off tour

The Shades of Blue jazz ensemble is set to kick off its six-show tour with two free concerts at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force Sept. 6 and 7 at 7:30 p.m. “The Sounds of Glenn Miller and the Big Band Era” pays tribute to former U.S. Air Force Maj. Glenn Miller and the genres of jazz and
Aug. 15, 2019
Giant Scale RC Model Aircraft Show to take place Labor Day weekened at National Museum USAF

Scale versions of some of history’s well-known airframes will take to the skies over Labor Day weekend during the Giant Scale Radio-Controlled (RC) Model Aircraft Air Show, Aug. 30 -Sept. 1, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. each day at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force.More than 100 pilots from across

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Air Force dog 'Robson' featured as part of Canine Warriors exhibit at National Museum USAF

New Poster Exhibit Opens Nov. 22 at National Museum of The U.S. Air Force

Canine Warriors Exhibit at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

Visitors encouraged to arrive early for 'Night at the Air Force Museum' on Nov 1

New Wounded Warrior Dog exhibit coming to National Museum USAF on Nov 8

'Night at the Air Force Museum' to bring Museum to Life Nov 1

Free activities for Home School Stem Day set for October 7 at National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

Commemorate the Air Force's 72nd Birthday with 'Plane Talks' at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

Shades of Blue Jazz Ensemble to perform free concerts, kick off tour

Giant Scale RC Model Aircraft Show to take place Labor Day weekened at National Museum USAF

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