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Millville Army Air Field Museum

1 Leddon St · Millville, NJ

Why you should go…

The Millville Army Air Field Museum preserves the history of the Millville Army Air Field, dedicated in 1941 as America's First Defense Airport and used starting in 1943 to train fighter pilots on P-47 Thunderbolts and P-40 Warhawks. Housed in the original base headquarters building at Millville Executive Airport, the museum displays WWII aviation artifacts and an operational Link Trainer. The complex also includes the Henry E. Wyble Historic Research Library and Education Center.

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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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