News

March 18, 2024
National Museum of the US Air Force hosts free Bunny Trail event

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force invites the public to a hop on over to the 2024 Bunny Trail event, Saturday, March 30 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.This indoor event is free, open to the public, and will be held rain or shineVisitors of all ages are asked to bring their own basket and hunt for
March 8, 2024
National Museum of the USAF prepares for Kettering Model Collection Return

Visitors to The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force™ are often stunned and amazed by the size of the 350 aerospace vehicles throughout the four buildings on the museum grounds. From the WWI-era Caproni Ca.36 bomber (74-foot wingspan) to the largest bomber ever built - the Convair B-36J Peacemaker
Feb. 21, 2024
National Museum of the USAF hosts free virtual Read Across America program

Registration is now open for a free virtual Read Across America program presented by the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. The program will feature five aviation-themed books targeting, but not limited to, second through fourth grade classrooms. Each registrant will receive a YouTube link to an
Feb. 20, 2024
Micro Drone Races to take place March 1-3 at the National Museum of the US Air Force

National Museum of the U.S. Air Force visitors will have the opportunity to see fast-flying micro machines as pilots maneuver their drones over, under, around and through the C-124 Globemaster II and F-82B Twin Mustang during the museum’s Fifth Annual Micro Drone Race, March 1-3.Registered drone
Feb. 12, 2024
National Museum of the US Air Force opens Dinosaurs in Motion exhibition

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force presents its latest special exhibit, Dinosaurs in Motion, from Feb. 17 – May 13, 2024.Dinosaurs in Motion is a new, interactive, engaging STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics) exhibition that will engage and educate visitors of all
Jan. 22, 2024
National Museum of U.S. Air Force to close Feb. 13 for emergency management response training

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will be closed on Tuesday, Feb.13 to conduct annual emergency management response training.Emergency response agencies from Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and nearby communities will participate in this training exercise those traveling near the museum on
Jan. 16, 2024
Cincinnati Reds to visit the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force Jan. 27

National Museum of the U.S. Air Force visitors will have the opportunity to meet members of the Cincinnati Reds organization on Jan. 27 from 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.. The Reds Caravan visit to the museum is scheduled to include major league pitcher Frankie Montas, pitching prospects Rhett Lowder and Ty
Jan. 8, 2024
Fitness Under the Wings takes off at the National Museum of the US Air Force

Fitness Under the Wings took off this weekend at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force with more than 262 people participating in free Yoga and museum walking.This is the second year the museum has offered this program in January to help community members jumpstart their New Year’s fitness
Dec. 29, 2023
National Museum of the US Air Force opens new exhibit honoring the enlisted force

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force has completed installation of a new exhibit highlighting the Department of the Air Force’s enlisted personnel.The Enlisted Force Exhibit is the museum’s newest permanent exhibit and honors the highly skilled, trained, and talented enlisted force that has
Dec. 1, 2023
Registration now open for free tickets to holiday concerts at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force.

Registration is now open to request free tickets to the U.S. Air Force Band of Flight holiday concerts scheduled for Dec. 19 and 20.The band will celebrate the holidays with a variety of classic holiday favorites in two performances at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, beginning at 7:00

Military Reunions
Photos
Video

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.

News Search

National Museum of the US Air Force hosts free Bunny Trail event

National Museum of the USAF prepares for Kettering Model Collection Return

National Museum of the USAF hosts free virtual Read Across America program

Micro Drone Races to take place March 1-3 at the National Museum of the US Air Force

National Museum of the US Air Force opens Dinosaurs in Motion exhibition

National Museum of U.S. Air Force to close Feb. 13 for emergency management response training

Cincinnati Reds to visit the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force Jan. 27

Fitness Under the Wings takes off at the National Museum of the US Air Force

National Museum of the US Air Force opens new exhibit honoring the enlisted force

Registration now open for free tickets to holiday concerts at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force.

Upcoming

Accordion Menu