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EAA Aviation Museum, Oshkosh, WI

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EAA Aviation Museum

3000 Poberezny Rd · Oshkosh, WI

Why you should go…

The EAA Aviation Museum sits beside Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh and is home to the Experimental Aircraft Association. Its collection of more than 200 aircraft includes the Spirit of St. Louis replica flown in the movie and a replica of SpaceShipOne, the first private spacecraft. The Eagle Hangar is a tribute to World War II aviation, kids can try flight simulators, and Pioneer Airport behind the museum recreates a 1930s airfield with a turf runway.

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  • #aircraft
  • #history museum
  • #airplane rides
  • #kids activities

Good to know

General museums guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Check the special exhibition separately

    Touring shows usually carry their own ticket and their own opening hours, listed apart from general admission.

  • Look for the free window

    Many museums run community days, member evenings, or discounted late openings. It is worth a look before you pay full price.

  • Travel light through the door

    Large bags and backpacks often have to go to a coat check, and lines for it move slowly at opening.

  • Weekday mornings beat weekend afternoons

    School groups clear out by early afternoon midweek, while weekends stay busy from late morning on.

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