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ROAD CONSTRUCTION INFORMATION

Please note Springfield Street, the road that leads to the museum’s entrance, is undergoing construction through the beginning of September. Expect lane reductions and some delays. Please follow the signs and instructions provided by the road crews.

Illustration of astronaut holding a flag, with words: Space Celebration; July 22 - Aug. 7, 2021; 50th Anniversary Apollo 15
Space Celebration – July 22 - Aug. 7, 2021

50 years ago Apollo 15 completed the fourth successful moon landing mission with an all-U.S. Air Force crew. To commemorate this anniversary, the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will hold a 17-day celebration the whole family will enjoy.

Additional information available in News Release

Space-themed Exhibits

SPACE: A Journey to Our Future
Interactive Exhibit open through Sept. 6, 2021

The Beauty of Space
Art Exhibit open through Sept. 26, 2021

Participating Organizations

Register for Fun Run

Click here to registration for the
Solar System 5K Fun Run
August 5, 2021, 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.


Participants will race through a scale-version of the solar system,
starting at the sun and passing all the planets.

Location: Museum Back Field Runway

Schedule

Click on the triangle next to each date for a full list of activities.
Schedule subject to change

Some materials for the program are being provided through the generosity of the
Air Force Museum Foundation, Inc.

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