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The EAA AirVenture Museum in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, is where your imagination takes flight. Marvel at our collection of over 200 historic airplanes.

Hours of Operation

The museum is open 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily, including Sunday. Special hours for Pioneer Airport between May and October.

Pioneer Airport

From May through October, Pioneer Airport gives visitors a unique “living history” re-creation of what airports were like during the early days of air travel. It brings back a time when the magic of flying astounded and charmed the whole world.

Rates, Services & Amenities

Affordable rates for you and your family. As always, EAA members get in for free!

Group Rates

Enjoy discounted group rates for adults, seniors, and children. Group tour pricing can be extended to groups of 10 or more. For student groups, 1 chaperone/teacher for every 8 children/students is free.

Getting Here

The museum is conveniently located off U.S. 41 at 3000 Poberezny Road in Oshkosh.

Museum Maps

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Eagle Hangar

The Eagle Hangar is a hall of honor dedicated to the memory of those who served during World War II. The airplanes include examples of Allied fighters, bombers, liaison aircraft, trainers, Army and Navy aircraft, plus examples from Germany and Japan.

Education Programs & Groups

Make reservations for your tour group, class, or scout pack and enjoy discounted rates!

School Programs

Aviation is a fun, exciting, and stimulating subject, making the EAA AirVenture Museum an ideal environment for learning! Our school programs are each intended for a range of student ages and group sizes.

Facility Rental

Have your wedding, conference, or corporate event in this unique setting!

Multiple Venues

With more than 1,600 acres and 26 venues to choose from, we are sure to show you a space that will make your vision come to life. Our unique atmosphere is sure to offer a one-of-a-kind experience for your guests.

Airplane Rides at Pioneer Airport

Take a ride in aircraft departing from Pioneer Airport’s grass runway!

Young Eagles Flights

Ever wondered what your neighborhood looks like from the sky? If you’re nodding your head “Yes” and are between the ages of 8 and 17, you’re ready to take a free Young Eagles flight from EAA's Pioneer Airport and see what real pilots do on the ground and in the air.

Collections

Our collection began in 1962 when Steve Wittman donated his famous air racer “Bonzo”. Since it has flowered into a magnificent assortment of over 20,000 historic aviation objects.

Aircraft

Get up close to more than 200 airplanes of all shapes, sizes, and colors.

1918 Curtiss JN4D 'Jenny'

In many ways, the Curtiss Jenny could be considered the Model T of the skies. Roughly a contemporary of Ford’s famous auto, the Jenny would eventually help to establish the practical reality of American aviation.

Library

Enjoy the museum’s extensive collection of books, photographs, journals, manuals, and so much more.

Photograph Collections

The EAA library’s photographic collection has something for everyone. Beginning with the Wright Brothers and continuing into the space age, the photo archives are an invaluable resource. The photo archive has more than 100,000 images of aircraft and the people that made them famous.

Founders Wing

EAA’s legacy is showcased through Paul and Audrey Poberezny’s personal memorabilia collection.

Founders Wing

Established to preserve EAA’s history and culture, the Founders Wing showcases Paul and Audrey Poberezny’s personal collection of letters, pictures, artifacts, media clippings, and so much more.

Art & Photo

Award-winning paintings, photographs, and so much more make up this ever-changing exhibit.

Timeless Voices
of Aviation

Listen to aviators share their first-person oral histories, preserving their stories for future generations to learn from and reflect.

Timeless Voices Archives

Aviation’s history is made up of many remarkable people, from the best-known aviation personalities to those who contributed to the development of aviation in their communities. Search database for hundreds of aviators sharing their personal stories.

Donate
to the Museum

Help the museum maintain its high standards as a premier destination with a financial or artifact donation.

Donate Your Aircraft

Add to EAA’s diverse aircraft collection for aviation enthusiasts to enjoy! EAA AirVenture Museum follows a set of procedures to assess airplanes that are offered as donations to our collection.

Exhibits

Watch, listen, learn, and interact with a variety of exhibits encompassing all eras of flight.

Featured Exhibits

When you're visiting us, be sure to check out these featured exhibits, currently showcased inside the EAA museum.

Rare WWII Nose Art Exhibit

More than 30 pieces of nose art from actual WWII combat aircraft are making their first-ever trip outside their home museum to EAA.

Eagle Hangar

Honor the sacrifice of those who proudly served in World War II in this massive exhibit filled with aircraft and artifacts.

1941 XP-51 Mustang

The North American P-51 Mustang was the most successful, most versatile fighter of World War II (1939-1945). Designed in 1940 for Britain, the first prototype XP-51 was finished in just 117 days. The Allison-powered P-51A was dubbed “Mustang, Mk. 1” by the British and first deployed in tactical reconnaissance in the spring of 1942.

Pioneers of Flight

A tribute to the Wright Brothers, featuring an accurate replica of the Wright Flyer.

1903 Wright Flyer Replica

The full-size replica of the Wright brothers’ historic 1903 “Flyer” - the first true airplane - is a centerpiece in the EAA AirVenture Museum’s collection. It stands as a tribute to the birth of aviation and to the accomplishments of Wilbur and Orville Wright and their mechanic, Charlie Taylor.

Pioneer Airport

Step back into the golden age at this re-creation of an airport from the early years of air travel.

1938 Wittman Buttercup

Steve Wittman designed and built Buttercup in 1938 and, over the years, it has featured a variety of innovations including - tapered rod landing gear, variable camber wings with full span leading edge and slotted trailing edge flaps.

Homebuilts
& Van's RV

Discover several examples of popular homebuilt aircraft, including a Van's RV display that features the original RV-1.

1959 P-5 'Pober Sport'

Paul Poberezny first penciled a sketch of the Pober Sport during the summer of 1956. With a little help from his wife and brother, Paul began building the Sport with a Baby Ace fuselage and J-3 landing gear. Other EAA members pitched in to help Paul build his latest aircraft.

SpaceShipOne

Hear the story of the historic mission into space, featuring a full-size replica of SpaceShipOne.

SpaceShipOne

The exhibit uses dramatic sound and lighting effects, as well as rare video footage - some never seen in public - to tell the story of a mission into space aboard SpaceShipOne. During this journey, SpaceShipOne demonstrates a key technological breakthrough conceived by spacecraft designer Burt Rutan, a longtime EAA member.

Innovations Gallery

Marvel at a wide variety of airplanes at the cutting edge of aviation achievement.

1949 Taylor Aerocar

EAA’s rebuilt prototype of the classic Aerocar represents a revolutionary concept. Not only can it be readily converted from an airplane to a roadable car, but also its wings can be folded back along the sides of the detached fuselage and towed behind the automobile like a trailer.

Antiques & Classics

Discover the various types of airplanes used in aviation’s formative years, including a replica of Charles Lindbergh’s Spirit of St. Louis.

Spirit of St. Louis Replica

EAA has constructed two Spirit of St. Louis replica aircraft to honor Charles Lindbergh and his aviation achievements. This replica was built in 1977 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Lindbergh’s flight across the Atlantic Ocean. Between 1977 and 1988, that aircraft accumulated more than 1,300 hours of flight time.

Air Racing
& Aerobatics

See the finest collection of classic air racers and aerobatic airplanes flown by some of the world’s best performers.

1977 Christen Eagle II

The Christen Eagle was designed by Frank Christensen, founder of Christen Industries. Frank was an aerobatic pilot and manager of the U.S. Aerobatic Team that won the 1972 World Aerobatic Championship. The Christen Eagle II combined professional design with factory quality parts. The resulting kit raised the bar for aircraft kit manufacturers.

KidVenture Gallery

Kids can enjoy a variety of activities designed to be highly interactive, educational, and fun!

F-22 Raptor Gallery

The centerpiece of KidVenture is the Raptor Gallery, which contains 16 interactive exhibits focusing on the world's most advanced airplane, the F-22 Raptor. It includes a half-scale model of the F-22 where young people can climb into the cockpit.

Events

Many special events and programs are held at the EAA AirVenture Museum throughout the year.

Aviation Adventure Speaker Series

Free presentations conducted by passionate aviators with a unique story to tell.

Travel back in time and experience the golden age of cinema and the thrill of vintage aviation at the EAA Skyscape Theater Royale.

Skyscape Theater Royale

Come one, come all to the EAA Skyscape Theatre Royale for an old-time aviation movie series on one Tuesday of each month. Travel back in time and experience the golden age of cinema.

Wright Brothers Memorial Banquet

Commemorate the anniversary of the first powered flight with a very special keynote speaker.

Wright Brothers Memorial Banquet

Commemorate the anniversary of the first powered flight with a very special keynote speaker at the annual Wright Brothers Memorial Banquet in December. Honoring the spirit and achievements of the Wright Brothers is a tradition at EAA.

Hops & Props

Sample more than 250 beverages from micro-breweries and distributors from around the world.

Hops & Props

Spend an evening sampling more than 250 extraordinary beverages from around the world at Hops & Props, a fine food and beverage-tasting event held annually in March. Micro-breweries and distributors are on hand to teach you about the brewing process and history, and help you become a discerning beverage taster.

Family Flight Fest

Younger visitors enjoy a variety of aviation-related activities that educate and spark their curiosity in flight.

Family Flight Fest

Discover the exciting world of aviation with an interactive, educational experience at Family Flight Fest held during a weekend in the spring. The museum’s younger visitors enjoy a variety of aviation-related activities that educate and spark their curiosity in flight.

Ultralight Day

Dozens of ultralights and light planes will descend onto the grass airstrip to participate in EAA’s Ultralight Day 2015.

Ultralight Day

On Saturday, June 20, members of EAA Ultralight Chapters 1, 75, and 1331 will fly their ultralights and light-planes to Pioneer Airport to showcase what fun flying is all about. Get up close and learn more about this fun, affordable segment of aviation.

September Swing

Get into the swing of things at a 1940s-style hangar dance surrounded by aircraft straight out of World War II.

September Swing

Relive the excitement and glamour of the 1940s at September Swing! Learn to swing dance (or practice your skills) and then dance the night away amid the Eagle Hangar’s authentic collection of World War II planes, vehicles, and artifacts. Great music, delicious hors d'oeuvres, and 1940s fun make up this exciting event.

EAA Sport Aviation
Hall of Fame Ceremony

Celebrate the spirit of EAA and its community by honoring the newest members of the EAA Sport Aviation Hall of Fame.

EAA Hall of Fame Banquet

Join us as we honor five new inductees into our Sport Aviation Halls of Fame on Thursday, November 5, 2015, representing ultralights, the International Aerobatic Club, Vintage Aircraft Association, Warbirds of America, and homebuilding.

Christmas
in the Air

With music, dancing, chocolate, and, of course, Santa, this free event will get you into the holiday spirit!

Christmas in the Air

Get into the holiday spirit at Christmas in the Air, a free community event for all ages held in December. This widely popular event features holiday performances by local more than 20 musical, choral, and dance groups on four stages. Don’t miss the arrival of Santa Claus by helicopter, after which he will visit with children!

Skiplane Fly-In

Watch dozens of skiplanes descend onto the snow-covered runway of Pioneer Airport.

Skiplane Fly-In

See dozens of skiplanes fly in to the snow-covered runway of Pioneer Airport at February's Skiplane Fly-In, which showcases this unique segment of flight that is quite popular throughout many parts of North America. The Skiplane Fly-In is free of charge to the public.

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History Takes Flight

With a collection of more than 200 historic airplanes along with world-class galleries and displays, the EAA Aviation Museum is a year-round destination, combining the passion of aviation's past with the promise of its exciting future.

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Tribute to the Greatest

Visit EAA Aviation Museum's Eagle Hangar, which is a hall of honor dedicated to the memory of those who served valiantly in World War II.

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Aircraft Collections

With Steve Wittman's donation of his famous air racer, "Bonzo," our collection was born in 1962. Today, it's grown to include more than 200 aircraft.

Aviation Adventure Speaker Series

Learn about unique and historic aviation experiences during the Aviation Adventure Speaker Series, free presentations conducted by passionate aviators with a unique story to tell.