Hundreds of aviation museums, large and small, are located at U.S. airports. Whether your passion is for warbirds, aviation history in general, or the evolution of a specific type of aircraft, there’s sure to be an aviation museum within range of your airplane. If there’s a restaurant on the field, you can make a day of it. Flying an airplane to see even more airplanes just may be the ultimate form of entertainment.
Some of our favorites
College Park Aviation Museum, College Park, Maryland. As the Wright brothers flew here, there’s great historical significance—not to mention a tribute to the Ercoupe, the two-seat airplane manufactured in nearby Riverdale, Maryland. You must have a personal identification number to land at College Park Airport. Alternatively, land at Montgomery County Airpark and take the Metro to the College Park station.
Hiller Aviation Museum, San Carlos, California. You can park at San Carlos Airport, walk over to the museum, and plant yourself in the left seat of a Boeing 747.
Museum of Flight, Seattle, Washington. This impressive collection has something for everyone in the family. Located at Boeing Field/King County International Airport.
Vintage Wings and Wheels Museum, Poplar Grove, Illinois. As the name suggests, you’ll find vintage automobiles plus a 1937 hangar that previously resided at Waukesha Airport. Located at Poplar Grove Airport.
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