Airborne & Special Operations Museum Foundation

This place was exceptional. The gentlemen at the front entryway desk were fun to chat with, and John had some great insight into what's in the museum. The pathway to go around the exhibits was great. I suggest giving it a try. Just a side note on your information kiosk is missing a bronze star information on recipients.

This is a very nice museum showcasing the history of Special Forces and Airborne Divisions! Much had changed since the few years I’d originally visited. Select students from a local high school, contributed to a new exhibit of the “Montagnards” of the Vietnam War. Before leaving I made sure to visit the “Medal of Honor” touchscreen (where I was able to view names of ships dedicated to various recipients). I highly recommend checking this place out!! Go early because they close at 4pm. 👍👍😁🇺🇸

Another of the large museums. Be aware, there are two (special operations) museums one on the base property and one in downtown Fayetteville. Be aware of this sleek programming your GPS. This review is the down town location. Very nice atrium with both a WW2 and a modern paratrooper decending from the overhead. The displays are large and well separated. Since airborne didn't use much armor or other mechanized transport there is a definite lack of such in the museum but it's 100% understandable. The gift shop seemed a bit small and the selection limited. I only found one fridge magnet 🧲 luckily it's one I would have selected anyway. I still rated it a full five stars due to the wonderful use of full size dioramas.

great place, no charge, great immersive exhibits. i drove to this on my way home from SC to PA. worth the visit. Super-61's rotor head now rests here. RIP to those men lost that day

I have visited the Airborne & Special Operations Museum many times over the years and it never disappoints. They always maintain the displays in this museum so well and clean. Even though the museum is free of charge, they do have 2 donation bins, so please make sure you donate if you're able too... So if you ever find yourself in Fayetteville, North Carolina and you're looking for something to do. Pay a visit to the Airborne & Special Operations Museum to make memories, meanwhile learning of the sacrifices our soldiers have endured and their achievements. At this beautiful museum full of Airborne & Special Operations military history. Thanks to the Staff and Museum employees, that do such an amazing job maintaining such a great museum.

Impressive place, great museum. Really worth visitng. The museum presents hstory of the Airborne troops since its beginning until present times. Very interesting exhibition, including authentic, historical items. It will take some time to visit the museum. It's huge (looks smaller from the outside).

Why did I wait 35 years to visit? It's a great place for families, very informative, well organized and extremely affordable, FREE! ♥️ (Donations are accepted.)

Great experience reviewing military history. We went when no crowds and could easily move at our own pace reading and viewing the exhibits. Well done museum with no cost that took us about 2 hours.

I took my Family to visit this museum a couple months ago and they loved it. My brother-in-law was in the Army, and my nephew is in school to be a pilot, so i thought it would be right up their alley. We all walked around and looked at exhibits for several hours. It is put together really well, and all the immersive parts are really great. I think that anyone coming to Fayetteville would enjoy this museum. It is free, but they take small donations to keep up with all the maintenance ect. The gift shop is really impressive as well and you can find something neat for anyone!

Free museum and parking. Coming from a Marine, this place was impressive. Really great displays and interesting stories. Smallish place but plenty to see. Plan on an hour here. Well worth the visit. Airborne

The Airborne & Special Operations Museum is worth a visit. Admission is free as well as free parking. But they do accept donations as they are raising money to modernize and make the museum immersive. Two to three hours is recommended here as there is a lot to read and learn about. If you were unaware of the work of the US Army Airborne and Special Operations you won't be when you leave. The museum provides a chronological history of their work from the 1940s when the Airborne was just starting to WWII to the Korean War to Vietnam to Operation Enduring Freedom. The exhibits are high quality and very detailed in sharing the history and the stories of these heroes that will touch your heart as you gain an appreciate for their courage and sacrifices. The museum has special exhibits every few months so check out the upcoming events to see what is happening during when you plan to visit.

Free museum. Free parking (although there was a sign that said for events to pay online.. but the day we went was free). Wonderful museum! It's a huge museum with lots of artifacts. My kids loved the military history. The vault was a lil disappointing but that's ok. And would be nice if there was a section about women in military.

So much to see and learn. Well worth the visit , especially for those who served or knew someone who did. Go early We were there at 2pm and it closes at 4. We had to rush through some of the exhibits. It's probably a good 3 hours to take in everything.

This is a great place to get the most accurate timeline of Airborne troops. From the beginning to present. So much to learn and experience in this place. Take your time in reading charts that will give you details of different types of Airborne troops and jobs.

Super interesting and so well done. I learned so much. You can easily spend 2 hours here learning about the history of special operations. Let me pause here to thank anyone involved in the US Army Airborne and Special Operations units. I'm in awe of you, your bravery, and your contribution to keeping America free. The displays chronicle thIs rich history. The museum is housed in a beautiful majestic building with well manicured and monumental grounds surrounding it. Ample free parking and easy to find location. The museum has been opened since 2000 and other than manikins that aren't as lifelike as newer ones would be, the exhibits help you travel through the timeline of the Airborne and Special Ops. You do not need a military background to appreciate this. Rotating exhibits make each visit unique. Great gift shop too. Volunteers working the front desk were really helpful. Closed on Mondays and all federal holidays.

What an amazing little gem in this are. I love history so being able to explore a free museum on a beautiful day is prime. They accept donations and have a gift shop as well.

Fayetteville's downtown is graced by this single museum, which lies next to the railroad tracks. Parking was reserved for the neighboring minor league baseball stadium when I finally got around to visiting, but parking elsewhere in Fayetteville's quiet downtown and walking here was no big deal. When I visited, things were open and masks were optional. A code could be scanned outside to register oneself as a visitor, at which point one walks in and only a brief greeting stands in the way of seeing the exhibits. I brought a small bag, but there were some limitations on what you could have. The functional exhibits in the museum were one large and windy room detailing the performance of elite units in various conflicts throughout American history. The scope is interesting, the content is quick hitting. It's certainly a jingoistic vibe. The smaller, temporary exhibit that was on when I was there had a single room on POWs. It wasn't anything overly graphic that would scare the small children I saw walking through it, but for an adult who knows how to read there were some tough questions asked. A gift shop rounded out the proceedings. I was hoping for a bit more medicine (but then again, I hoped the National Museum of Health and Medicine would have a little more medicine, so my standards are pretty high). It's the sort of experience that requires you use your own knowledge and experience to get much out of it, but it is the right museum for Fayetteville and worth a visit.

The COVID-19 hours for the musuem is from Tuesday to Friday 10 am to 4:30 pm. So unfortunately, it's not opened on the weekends. However, admission is free so donations are greatly appreciated. It's a very well organized museum that focuses on airborne and special ops from the 1940s to present day. A lot of history and action displays that bring the stories to life. There is currently a GWOT (Global War on Terror) Memorial Flag Exhibition that will pull on your heart strings from the sacrifices made. It is made of around 7,000 dog tags and makes a lasting impression. This special exhibit should be here until the end of the year. Don't forget to hit up the gift shop! A lot of really neat memorabilia to check out.

This is a first rate American military museum. One of the best I have visited. It's free, but most everybody leaves a donation. It's staffed by knowledgeable and friendly volunteers. The facility is gorgeous. The museum is located near downtown Fayetteville, not on the Fort Bragg base, so access is simple (unlike the 82nd Airborne Museum on base), and there is ample parking. Plan to spend several hours here. It's an eye-opening and heart-rending experience. So many gave so much.

A great midsize museum. I was in the area and had a brief chance to go so I took it. It's full of history, and sometimes is touching and heart-rending. Lots of displays about the origins of airborne troops, lots about World War II and D-Day in particular, plenty on other conflicts and operations. There are a couple of vehicles, a few aircraft, and lots of dioramas depicting troops in the field. Entry is free though there is a suggested donation. There are monuments out front to various units. All in all a great tribute and good educational facility.

10/10 very informative museum staff. Friendly. Great traveling exhibits. Free entry. $10 simulator is well worth it.

In the heart of Fayetteville, North Carolina, just around the corner from historic downtown Hay Street is the Airborne and Special Operations Museum and it may be one of the most memorable historic museum experiences in the Carolinas. With the design and quality of a museum that would make Washington, D.C. jealous, this tribute to the 82nd Airborne out of nearby Fort Bragg and their impact on World War I through today is an emotional ride that will leave you in awe. We take tremendous pride in honoring those that have served in the South. Their dedication and courageous acts will forever be honored. To experience not only their contributions, but to put you in their shoes is a remarkable feat that this museum has achieved. From the parking lot to the trenches of France and Vietnam, you are transformed to the places where boys became men and freedom was preserved. Experience the humanity of war, the visual amazement of the scenes of fear and strategic maneuvers and walk through a recollection of 100 years of protecting and preserving freedom around the world. This is truly a remarkable place for all ages. Did we mention it is free. Take a visual walk in our steps and see why this must be considered for your next road trip This place will make you feel like you are part of the action. One of the best museums I have ever been to.

I am a disabled veteran, and this place makes me feel so connected and at peace. I have not been since before Covid shut down everything but I will be making my way back there again. If you have not been, please make it a must to go. It is definitely worth a visit.

It was wonderful seeing all the history in one place. Thank you for all your services that everyone has given to our free counrty

This is a must visit if you are in the Fayetteville area. I well curated museum and amazing exhibits. The staff is friendly and can tell they take pride in the cleanliness and the enjoyment of its patron. Fayetteville is lucky to have this great museum telling the tale of those that served at Fort Bragg and the missions of the forces there..

Free with a recommended $5 donation. This museum is in downtown Fayetteville and NOT on Fort Bragg (I believe others are confusing it with the much smaller 82nd Airborne Division Museum on Ft Bragg). Very well done museum, with realistic displays and presentations. In the lobby are two paratroopers, the first being in a static line parachute and the second in a HALO or freefall parachute. Also the rotor hub from Super 61 that was shot down in Mogadishu Somalia in 1993. The first room to the right before you enter the main part of the museum currently holds a WWI, or the Great War, display as well as North Carolina display. Very well done that shows how Fort Bragg and Fayetteville as well as the State of North Carolina contributed to WWI. To the left of the main part is the gift shop that has tons of things to purchase. The main museum begins with the first formation of Airborne forces in the 1930s, and delves into the beginnings of WWII with propaganda posters and their importance, some of the early battles. Display from North Africa with Darby's Rangers and the Airborne forces that flew from England to jump into Algeria in Americas first combat parachute operation. You proceed into Sicily, Italy and Southern Europe. Then OPN Overlord and D-Day/Normandy, Market Garden and the Battle of the Bulge. Then into the forces that fought in the Pacific, and the 555 that fought forest fires started by Japanese firebombs in the Pacific Northwest. There is a great glider display, and sounds of battle played to put one in the action. Korea and Vietnam are well represented, as are other operation such as the 82nd going into the Dominican Republic and deployed within the US for desegregation and riot control. Grenada has a small presentation, then Panama with OPN Just Cause. The Rangers in Desert Storm are completely overlooked, but otherwise a good presentation. Then a display of a Mogadishu arms market, PSYOP and Civil Affairs efforts. Tactical Air Controllers and other SOF elements. The final displays capture modern efforts in Iraq, Afghanistan and other missions.

You guys, there are TWO Pokémon Gyms here! Plus a couple of Poké Stops. Oh, and the museum seems pretty cool too! Got the usual things you'd expect: gift shop, bathrooms, statues of things, plaques and info graphs. Also, not sure what the other reviews were talking about, with having to get onto a military installation (Fort Bragg) to access the museum. Perhaps that's old info. These days, the museum is in Fayetteville, open to the public. Bathrooms: vaguely reminiscent of military barracks style bathrooms, with the floor tiling and such. Cleaner though.

If you are considering places to visit while in the Fort Bragg area, this museum should be high on your list. ..... OUTSIDE I love the grounds, starting at the far end of the parking lot away from the museum. There they have an awesome and creative memorial garden to all the branches of the US military called North Carolina Veterans Park. Between this magnificent park and the Museum is the Reflection Garden. Beautifully landscaped and also includes a fire pit in a sunken garden for the sole purpose of flag retirement ceremonies. Also on the grounds is a parade field, a war dog memorial and crowning the entrance is the Iron Mike statue seen at many military museums. THIS Iron Mike stands 16'4″ tall and weighs 3,235 pounds with an inscription at the base that reads: ..... * The rock base beneath Iron Mike has its own story. In July 1942 over 5,000 men arrived at Camp Toccoa for training as a new type of soldier, a Paratrooper. Over the next few years over 17,000 soldiers of the 501st, 506th, 511th and the 517th Parachute Infantry Regiments trained at Camp Toccoa * These boulders were acquired with the assistance of the landowner, the US Army and the city of Fayetteville from the storied Currahee Mountain in Toccoa, Georgia. Today "Currahee" is the motto of the 506th PIR * Currahee is a Native American word that means "Stand Alone" * Paratroopers "Stand Alone" as they drop behind enemy lines ..... On the Southeast Corner of the museum property (across from the Historic Fayetteville Train Station stand a tree that pre-dates the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The Liberty Tree was rumored to have been used in June of 1775 by local patriots. They pledged themselves to fight against the tyranny of King George and it is said they posted their resolve to this tree. ..... INSIDE After entering the museum, the first thing you will notice is the awesome paratroopers display featured in the atrium. Two troopers appear to be gliding in from their jump, one wearing a World War II era T5 round chute while the other utilizes a modern MC-4 square chute. The Gift Shop and Exhibit Gallery entrance will be on your left while the help desk, restrooms and theater will be on your right. Main exhibits include: EARLY AIRBORNE WORLD WAR II KOREA AND COLD WAR VIETNAM CONTINGENCY OPERATIONS & TRAINING There are also a variety of temporary exhibits that take up residency for a time, before being replaces with a fresher exhibit. ..... NOTE Don't waste your money on the PRITZKER SIMULATOR which offers two experiences: Army on the Move and Experience the Legend. We chose Experience the Legend because the gift shop attendant said it was his favorite and most popular. IT SUCKED!!!! The graphics are horrid. They would highly benefit from hiring the creators of Call of Duty, where the video game graphics are far superior to this experience. The simulator was like watching a 1980's Space Invaders game VS 2010 Halo. ..... FINAL THOUGHTS A beautiful museum inside and out worthy of the troops it represents. A must see if in the Fort Bragg, Fayetteville NC area... but skip the simulator. 2017/9

Great museum. Good job of displaying the Airborne history. Family friendly. Memorial blocks are a wonderful personal addition. Downtown Fayetteville if you are staying at Ft Bragg.

How can you not give this place 5 stars. It's awesome ! Free to get in unless you want to donate. We everything is modern. They have all the cool battles for the Rangers. They also have life like mannequins of soldiers. When you walk in the first thing you see is the paratrooper from world war 2 then his buddy. Behind them is the modern jumper. So that is already starting off with a bang. When you walk into the gift shop they as well have some cool airborne memorabilia along with other cool toys. When you walk into the entrance of the ranger museum the first thing you see is the battle of moshidu. This is famous because it's referred to in the movies as Black Hawk Down. So they show you all the different weapons used as well as vehicles and mannequins. Then you make your way further then you have world war 2 with tanks and planes and then Korean War and then Vietnam and then to more modern issues. I think the museum is awesome sauce and so informative as well as plain cool!! Would come back for sure !!

This museum is a must see when in Fayetteville. The museum atrium is architecturally intriguing, very open and light filled. It holds a paratrooper suspended from a parachute amongst other things. See the pictures, it is more inspiring than I'm making it sound! The exhibits themselves are along the lines of mannequins in dioramas with lots of information packed in. As others have noted, this may be better for older kids. There is a memorial park outside with a statue of "Iron Mike" the paratrooper.

what an awesome and sobering tribute to the men and women of our Armed Services. makes you appreciate all that you have even more.

Went through the D-Day exhibit today and it was wonderful. We were welcomed at the door, given expert guidance, utilized the virtual technology, and learned as we enjoyed our time there. Excellent gift shop, with delightful staff. Can't wait to return and experience the entire museum. What a gem, I will recommend to young and old. Thank you so much for your obvious, amazing efforts.

I loved the museum. It was so well put together, clean, easy to navigate and it was free. They do not allow any outside drinks including water bottles but the nice volunteer that was manning the front desk let me set mine at the desk until we were done looking through the exhibits. If you've got an interest in American and World history, this is definitely a wonderful place to spend an hour or two.

I LOVE this museum! for a fan of military history this collection is exceptional. It is informative, interactive and well planned. I've been through it a few times while visiting Fayetteville and would go back again.

Always an awesome place to go, no matter how many times I've been here I always enjoy it every time! Plus being a history nerd it's an awesome place to learn about our military

Visited Fayetteville for business and many many people said I had to check out this museum. It is truly a world class military museum. Specializing in military parachute and special operations, it had a very comprehensive look into its history. Lots of parking, free admission, it doesn't get any better than this. If there is one small quibble, it is that the post 9-11 operations exhibit was not as expansive and comprehensive as the World War II, Korea, and Vietnam wings. Will repeat when I'm back in town and definitely recommend!

This has to be the top amusement things to do in Fayetteville. It's probably the best museum I've ever been to. I may be a little bias, having served in many of the units on display here, but it's very historical and informational. The static displays are excellent and great for all ages. The best part about this museum is that it's FREE!!! That's right, $FREE.99. $0.00. Don't have money, that's ok, visit anyway! You get the idea. There is also a great gift shop that has merchandise from several of the prestigious units throughout the museum. The only addition I wish they would make is to get some 1/509th Geronimo memorabilia in the gift shop. GERONIMO!!! DE OPRESSO LIBER!!! ALL THE WAY!!!

I'm definitely not an Army or special operation buff. So when suggested to come to this museum, i said why not? I'm always down for a museum... You are bound to find something interesting .. always, at least for me. It was a really awesome way to learn more about the history of Fort Bragg, Fayetteville and how it become of today. they had made a lot of scenic things for you to see, as if you are there on the battlefield with the soldiers. I'm totally a visual person, vs reading a bunch of text. The visuals they had actually made me curious to read what I was looking at. How clever.. =P They also had life size aircrafts and military vehicles so that was pretty cool. I wish I was able to go through the whole museum, my cousin and I came a little late so towards the end of the walk-through museum.. they had us leave. But a good experience none-the less

This is definitely a museum worth visiting. Whether you're a history buff or a novice, this place will keep you enthralled. With the combination written word, life-size mannequins, sound-effects, and full size equipment, there's little chance you'll be bored. It's a fascinating step by step history of the Airborne and special forces. I can't say I really thought about how it all started, but now that I know, it's even more incredible. Some of the back stories are jaw-dropping. There's an audio tour, if you'd prefer, but I found it distracting and difficult to listen with the surround sound in the museum itself. So I hung up the phone and just went with it. The overhead portions of the exhibit, give an added dimension uncommon in most museums. You actually feel as though you're part of the action. Supplemented with film and spoken word, it appeals to nearly every sense. Some of the mannequins were so lifelike it was disconcerting to come around a corner and say "excuse me" only to feel like an idiot for talking to a statute. There's no way you can leave this place without learning something new. The motion simulator is worth the price and since the museum itself is free, you'll be able to bring the entire family and spend an afternoon. And as you enter the museum, be sure to check out the white monuments circling the walk and then the sidewalk pavement stones themselves. And when you leave, stop by the garden. This is one very well done museum.

Very interesting museum and well put together. You can't quite tell how big it is from the outside, but after you go in, you are bound to spend lots of time exploring the various exhibits. I was only in Fayetteville for 36 hours, and this was the best thing I could find to do in town.

Very cool!

I can't say enough about this Museum. It's a perfect place that be, seeing as how it's in the heart of Fayetteville. The history and legacy of these great Soldiers and leaders is preserved perfectly. If anyone is a history nerd and is in the Fayetteville area then I highly recommend coming to this museum. It covers everything from WW1 to present day!! Not to mention...the fee to enter is FREE!! They only accept donations.

I've been here before once or twice before returning. Plenty of information about wars with Iraq, Afgan, Africa, etc. Gift shop inside and plenty of bathroom stalls. Since I'm a fashion student, I felt at times I was looking at the same uniform over and over in glass cases.

For anybody with a scant interest in history, much less Airborne and Special Operations history, a visit to the museum is a MUST GO. As you drive into the parking lot, you will see two statues, one of GEN Hugh Shelton and Iron Mike, both legendary figures in the community. As you walk into the building, you see an open canopy with an Airborne Soldier gliding...AIRBORNE! Enter the museum and the displays, exhibits, and history of the Airborne, Ranger, Special Forces, and Special Operators are depicted. From the origins and battles in both theater of World War II operations, Korea, Vietnam, to Grenada, Panama, and the modern conflict. The museum does an outstanding job in reflecting the history and experiences. Based on reviews, I did not go to the theater, but did purchase a few items at the gift shop. Admission is free, but donations are accepted. Allocate at least an hour or two for this great museum. Airborne!

This place is very fun if you have teenager's. It has different sections. It changes out thing occasionally.

This museum is absolutely amazing!!! Its very detailed and organized from war eras, has a little bit of everything. Very honored to be able to walk through and experience it. Will be coming back soon to just take it all in once again.

What a great museum! I was happy to find my fathers division products in the gift shop.

Outstanding museum, a must see if visiting Fayetteville, NC or Fort Bragg. Wonderful collection that takes you from the beginning of Airborne, noting the milestones and sacrifices made in service to our nation. The museum does a great job of explaining the history of Airborne, Rangers, Special Operations and the units and tactics that they used; as well as the training and service performed abroad as well as in the US, pay attention to the the 555th, the Triple Nickels and the service that did as Smoke Jumpers. I enjoyed the simulator, was fun, not sure if it is worth the Fee, but it was an enjoyable 20 minutes at the end of my tour of the museum.

A solid 5 stars, and here's why: First off, it's free to the public! Who doesn't like free? The life size exhibits? Fantastic. The scenes they portray really bring the point home: OUR men and women were out THERE. The life size dummies scattered through out? A little unnerving, but still really neat. I can't tell you how many times I accidentally "bumped" into one of them, and on turning to apologize, found myself face-to-face with a period dummy! And, even though I've been to the museum almost a dozen times already, I still find myself stopping to study their uniforms after bumping into them. The amount of information here is almost overwhelming. There is tons to read, lots of video to watch, and loads of exhibits to study. Be prepared to spend a few hours here if you can. The gift shop is a neat little place to browse. They have some cool toys for the kids, novelty items for adults, and themed souvenirs with which to commemorate your visit. Personally, I just go in to purchase their post cards. Maybe someday I'll go in and purchase a grenade shaped laser pointer... This museum is a must see for any one visiting or living in Fayetteville. I will be coming back here again and again.

I had been in town for work, but wanted to take time out of my afternoon to visit this important museum. I wasn't disappointed. When you walk up to the entrance you are greeted with all kinds of memorial stones that have been placed by the curators, and pay tribute to family members that have served the Airborne. This is probably one of the most incredible military museums I have visited. You can tell from the design of the building, a lot of thought and caring went into it. When you go inside you are greeted by a huge parachute extended and hanging from the ceiling. I can't imagine what it may have been like to be on the ground seeing 100 of these men coming at you! Beauty and terror about to drop on your head. As I progressed through the museum it takes your through the history of Airborne down through the decades. It is a great example to see what kind of equipment was used from WWII on through Korea, Vietnam, and into the Gulf Wars, and beyond. Each display is well lit and gives you a great representation of the type of warfare each decade brought. The insignia is really interesting. There were all kinds of designs of different flags, and badges that in my opinion, are one of the most interesting aspects of military. whether you are into weapons or heavy machinery, or just the human aspect of what these brave men and women do, this museum is sure to have something that interests you. I would say allow about an hour and a half to go through this museum and not feel rushed. I showed up less than an hour from closing, so I wasn't asked for any kind of an entrance fee, but I don't think this museum charges a fee for entrance usually. I definitely say you should check this one out.

What an amzing experience! This museum doesn't just throw exhibits together but makes them come alive as you walk through wars of the past to present. Walk into a plane and feel the presece as you sit beside those who were getting ready to parachute down! Walk through the museum and hear the sounds as you read about each exhibit. Feel our military's power and might as you enter the area for each battle! And see all of the good that our men and women in uniform are doing through out the world! This museum lets you feel the American pride! You have got to experience for words don't do it justice! The museum and movie are free. There is a donation box if you wish to give but not required or pushed to do so. There is a small fee for the simulators if you wish to do that. We spent almost 3 hours here! It was fantastic!

Unexpectedly awesome. Museum recreates a bit of each country as it chronicles wars from WWII to present day. Plenty of photos and artifacts, video and 3D displays to keep and maintain interest. It's free but show some love and donate what you can. Honor the troops with your dollars.

I'd give it five stars, but it would be doing a disservice to the National Infantry Museum at Ft. Benning. Nevertheless, it's an information-packed museum that is well-designed and full of interesting artifacts. It's more reading-based than interactive, so it is perhaps not the best activity for younger children. In fact, there is a lot to read, and I recommend multiple trips to take it all in. There are, however, several grand displays of historic planes, and a tunnel made of the inside of a plane from which paratroopers jump that would appeal to younger ones. It was most interesting to walk through the museum with my husband, who is a paratrooper and has personal insight on the displays. The staff, however, seemed very kind and knowledgeable and would most likely be happy to provide commentary and answer questions. The flags on the front lawn are a stunning touch, and a nice place to reflect. I take all of our visitors to check it out, along with the museum, whenever they come to town.

If you are close by this is somewhere you 100% need to stop at. It's not huge, but there is a lot of stuff to look at. This place hit home for me since most of my family is military. I also recently lost my grandfather that was part of the 11th airborne division. Getting to show my kids what he did when he was younger was wonderful. My children really enjoyed it. They have a very nice little gift shop with items in every price range. They took pictures at the exit on a green screen and added parts of the museum behind them. Those were a nice little bonus to purchase. Also the outside grounds are amazing. We did not try the simulator so I can not comment on that. But this is a must do stop on any road trip down 95 since it's not to farm off the highway.

Very Interesting Things, Very Informative And Fun To Spend Sone Time At! They Have A Motion Stimulator Graphics Is Not All That But It's Pretty Good!

Amazing display of history. Well organized and set up, much effort has gone into making this a historic experience that is both thought-provoking and bittersweet.