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North American Aerospace Museum, McMinnville, OR

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North American Aerospace Museum

500 NE Captain Michael King Smith Way · McMinnville, OR

Why you should go…

Formerly the Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum, this McMinnville museum is the home of the Hughes H-4 Hercules, the wooden flying boat known as the Spruce Goose. More than 150 military and civilian aircraft, drones and spacecraft are spread across two exhibit halls, including an SR-71 Blackbird, an F-117 Nighthawk and a Titan II rocket that stands 114 feet tall. There is also a large-screen theater and a flight simulator. The museum took its new name in August 2026.

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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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