National Museum of the U.S. Air Force announces upcoming holiday closures

Published Nov. 17, 2023
By Lisa M. Riley

DAYTON, Ohio --

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will be closed on the following upcoming holidays:

Thursday, Nov. 23 (Thanksgiving Day), will re-open on its normal schedule Nov. 24 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Monday, Dec. 25 (Christmas Day), will re-open on its normal schedule Dec. 26, from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Monday, Jan. 1 (New Year’s Day), will re-open on its normal schedule Jan. 2 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base near Dayton, Ohio, is the world’s largest military aviation museum. With free admission and parking, the museum features more than 350 aerospace vehicles and missiles and thousands of artifacts amid more than 19 acres of indoor exhibit space. Each year thousands of visitors from around the world come to the museum. For more information, visit www.nationalmuseum.af.mil.
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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.