The College Park Aviation Museum, located in College Park, Maryland, is dedicated to preserving the rich history of aviation at the world’s oldest continuously operating airport. Established in 1998, the museum offers a comprehensive look into the early days of flight and the significant milestones achieved at this historic site.
College Park Aviation Museum
https://www.pgparks.com/facilities/college-park-aviation-museum
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Daily 10:00 – 16:00
Closed major holidays
Admission fee
Gift shop
Aircraft collection
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– – N8NP – – – N99182 NC93942 NC12345 NC16769 N23624 – – | Aeronca 11AC Chief
Berliner Helicopter No.5 Bleriot XI (replica) Boeing A75N1/PT-17 Stearman Boyd C2 Curtiss JN-4D Jenny Curtiss Model D Pusher Ercoupe 415C Ercoupe 415D Monocoupe 110 Taylor J-2 Cub Taylorcraft BL-65 Wright Model B (replica) Wright 1902 Glider (replica) |
College Park Airport, in College Park, Maryland (a suburb of DC) is at least two years older and is the oldest continuously operating airport in the world. The hangers at College Park were built by the Wright Brothers. Very historic airport-first airmail, first instrument flight, first female to fly flew from College Park, first bomb dropped by an aircraft, and many more firsts occurred at College Park Airport.
Exhibits and Collections College Park Aviation Museum:
Visitors can explore a variety of historic and reproduction aircraft associated with the airfield’s history. The museum features an open, one-and-a-half-story exhibit space that highlights unique aircraft and artifacts, telling the story of the airport’s many aviation firsts. Interactive areas and hands-on activities are available for children of all ages, making it an educational experience for the whole family.
The College Park Aviation Museum opened in 1998 and is an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution.