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June 27, 2019
Commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing on July 20 at the National Museum USAF

On July 20, 1969, history was made during the Apollo 11 spaceflight as astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first humans to set foot on the moon.Fifty years later, the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will commemorate this historic feat by offering visitors an “out of this
June 10, 2019
U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds to sign autographs

Visitors to the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force can meet select members of the U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, the Thunderbirds, as they sign autographs from 9 a.m. -10 a.m. on June 21. Museum doors will open to the public at 8:30 a.m.The Thunderbirds showcase the pride and
May 29, 2019
Two C-47 aircraft to take part in 75th Anniversary D-Day events on June 6 at National Museum USAF

Two C-47 aircraft will participate in a flyover to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of D-Day as part of the events scheduled on June 6 at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. On June 6, 1944, D-Day - the largest amphibious assault in history - took place as more than 150,000 American, British,
May 2, 2019
Paratroopers to perform WWII combat jump on May 13 as part of events commemorating 75th Anniversary of D-Day

Paratroopers will perform a WWII combat jump over the skies of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force on May 13 at approximately 10 a.m. as part of the events commemorating the 75th Anniversary of D-Day - the largest amphibious assault in history which led to the beginning of the end of World War
April 30, 2019
Aviation Art Exhibit Opens May 10 at National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will host the 33rd Annual International Aerospace Art Exhibition opening on May 10, 2019. This exhibit is part of the American Society of Aviation Artists (ASAA) forum, which is taking place in Dayton, Ohio this year.Visitors will have the opportunity to
March 18, 2019
Air Force's National Museum to commemorate 75th Anniversary of D-Day with events in May and June

On June 6, 1944, D-Day - the largest amphibious assault in history - took place as more than 150,000 American, British, and Canadian forces landed on five beaches along a 50-mile stretch of heavily fortified French coast. This risky invasion of France’s Normandy region caused over 4,000 Allied
March 15, 2019
Free activities for Home School STEM Day set for April 1

Home school students can explore the world’s largest aviation museum and learn about STEM topics during Home School STEM Day on April 1 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, many
Feb. 5, 2019
Free ‘Globe Trotting’ event on Feb 16 at National Museum USAF

Learn about the fascinating world of satellites – both natural and man-made as we take a closer look at how GPS works through fun demos and hands-on activities on Feb. 16 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force.Visitors can learn why satellites spin, how a GPS unit works, how
Jan. 14, 2019
Learn about 'Robots Among Us' on Jan 19 at National Museum USAF

Learn about the exciting field of robotics during Family Day on Saturday, Jan. 19 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. Designed for children and adults of all ages, Family Day offers several hands-on opportunities for all to enjoy. Demonstration and activity stations
Jan. 9, 2019
Cincinnati Reds to visit National Museum USAF on Jan 19

National Museum of the U.S. Air Force visitors will have the opportunity to meet members of the Cincinnati Reds organization on Jan. 19 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Second baseman Scooter Gennett; pitchers Cody Reed and Sal Romano; minor league infielder Brantley Bell; broadcaster Jeff Piecoro;

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Commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing on July 20 at the National Museum USAF

U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds to sign autographs

Two C-47 aircraft to take part in 75th Anniversary D-Day events on June 6 at National Museum USAF

Paratroopers to perform WWII combat jump on May 13 as part of events commemorating 75th Anniversary of D-Day

Aviation Art Exhibit Opens May 10 at National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

Air Force's National Museum to commemorate 75th Anniversary of D-Day with events in May and June

Free activities for Home School STEM Day set for April 1

Free ‘Globe Trotting’ event on Feb 16 at National Museum USAF

Learn about 'Robots Among Us' on Jan 19 at National Museum USAF

Cincinnati Reds to visit National Museum USAF on Jan 19

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