Find a Aviation Museum near you! There are aviation related
museums around the world that promote aviation, air and space,
aircrafts, science and
industry,
and space
exploration. Aviation Museums are educational, informative,
and entertaining places to visit. They have the ability
to
inspire and
amaze
us. Aviation related museums have various collections and
exhibits that invite us to learn about the history of aviation,
while at the same
time
help
us to
better
understand
the future of the aviation.
For children and their families (i.e. parents and grandparents),
aviation museums provide a perfect opportunity to learn
together and
share memorable experiences. If you are a child, a parent,
a student, an educator, a historian, an aviation enthusiast
or you simply enjoy aviation museums, you're at the right
place.
Types of Aviaton Related Museums.
There are various types of aviation related museums that
fit many interests and backgrounds such as aviation, aerospace,
air & space,
aircrafts, military, science and industry, and technology.
Collectively, all museums serve to inform, educate, and inspire
us.
The Aviation Museums Directory
showcases the following types of museums:
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Aviation Museums
Aviation museums collect and preserve aircrafts, artifacts,
historical documents, photos and footage related to
the history of aviation. Besides the collection of
aircrafts, they have numerous exhibits focusing on
aviation pioneers
from the Wright Brothers, Wiley Post to Amelia Earhart
and Bessie Coleman along with others. There are aviation
exhibits
also honoring the patriotic service of veterans that
fought for their country.
•
Air and Space Museums
Air and Space museums collect and preserve historic
air and spacecrafts. These facilities are large
enough
to accommodate their increasing collections of air
and spacecrafts, equipment, various artifacts
and memorabilia,
historical documents, photographs, and films.
•
Aircraft Museums
Aircraft museums collect and preserve rare and fascinating
military and civilian aircrafts. Some aircrafts are
located inside a large hangar and/or displayed on acres
of land to accommodate the collection and sheer size
of these aircrafts such as jet fighters, large bombers
and transports, and more.
•
Science and Industry Museums
Science and Industry museums explain how things work.
We can see working models of inventions and understand
where the latest technology comes from and where it's
going. Some of these museums even invite you to
test
out scientific laws by: pushing a button here, pulling
a lever there, and seeing for yourself how things
work.
Turn
a crank and make your own electricity. Watch how an
engine works. Step inside a spaceship. Look at
the astronauts'
spacesuits and imagine what it's like to walk on the
moon or float in space. These museums may have
an aviation
exhibits and various aircraft on display.
•
Military Museums
Military museums are dedicated to preserving and memorializing
the history, traditions, and technological significance
of their respective military branch through displays,
exhibits, photos, historical papers and footage
from various
wars,
and artifacts which include uniforms, weapons, artillery
pieces, military aircrafts, and more.
•
Planetariums
Planetariums are also considered museums. They allow
us to learn about constellations and legends such
as space, stars, and planets. Planetariums
bring the mysteries of the skies, stars, space, and
other planets to life. Inside planetariums, children
can see the entire night sky in all of its glory. They
often use telescopes to view the rings of Saturn,
and
they can step on scales to learn what they would weigh
on the moon or on Mars.
What will you find at a museum.
Aviation Museums host a variety of fun and educational programs
for everyone such as:
• Lectures
• Performances
• Presentations
• Workshops for teachers, students,
and children
• Learning Aides for the Classroom
• Contests
• Guest Speakers
• Special Exhibitions, Events,
and Programs
• Guided Tours
• Hands-on activities for all
ages
• And more
Planning Your Visit.
If you are planning a trip to the museum, you should
visit the museum’s web site or call for the following
information:
•
Hours and Fees.
Inquire about their admission fees, hours, and best
times for visits. Ask what days of the week and what
hours are the least crowded. Some museums have free
admission, while others ask for a small donation. Some
museums have certain days that are free or have discounts
for families, senior citizens, students, and children.
•
Facilities and Services.
Inquire about their facilities and services such as
restaurants, education programs, gift shops, guided
tours, picnic area, library, theater/lecture hall, volunteer
program, wheelchair access, and accommodations for visitors
with special needs, including parking, entrances, and
access to exhibit areas.
•
Special Exhibits, Events, or
Programs.
Inquire about any upcoming special exhibits, traveling
exhibits, events, programs, and presentations by guest
speakers. You should also check the newspapers, your
local library, or bookstores for special exhibitions,
events, or programs that may appeal to children. Libraries
and bookstores often have books and free pamphlets that
provide listings and descriptions of family activities
that include regional museums.
•
Direction, Parking, Transportation.
Inquire about parking arrangements and fee, transportation
to and from the parking lot, and directions for driving
to the museum or using public transportation.
During Your Visit.
The Information Desk is a good "first stop" once
you're at the museum. There you'll find floor plans with the
location of exhibits, restaurants, restrooms, gift shops,
elevators, wheelchair ramps, exits, as well as places to sit.
You might also ask about self-guided children's and family
tour brochures, workshops, and planned events.
Online (Virtual) Museums.
Visit a museum without leaving your home. Virtual museums
exist on the Internet in which they attempt to capture the
look and feel of being inside a real museum. They allow visitors
to click on a certain spot to move to a different area of
the museum. Many museums maintain virtual web sites containing
selected images from their exhibits and collections along
with descriptive information. Through Virtual museums, children
and their families can virtually travel the world exploring
and learning together.
Search the Museum Directory.
If you're looking for a museum, register
and search My AvScholars’ Museum Directory. The museum
directory allows you to quickly and easily locate a museum
near you.
