On the Town
4 Free Passes to the College Park Aviation Museum
- Item Number
- 300
- Estimated Value
- 20 USD
- Sold
- 25 USD to llb635296
- Number of Bids
- 1 - Bid History
Item Description
Enjoy a day of family fun at the College Park Aviation Museum!
The museum opened in 1998 and is an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution.
It is housed in a 27,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility located on the grounds of the world's oldest continuously operating airport in College Park, MD.
The airport was founded in 1909 when Wilbur Wright came here to give flight instruction to the first military aviators.
Visitors to the museum step into an open 1 1/2 story exhibit space, which highlights the display of unique aircraft and artifacts and tells the story of the airport's many firsts in flight to today.
The museum gallery contains historic and reproduction aircraft associated with the history of the airfield, as well as hands-on activities and interpretive areas for children of all ages. Changing exhibits and new programs every month keep visitors coming back for more.
The College Park Aviation Museum does not have any indoor eating facilities, but during pleasant weather guests are welcome to eat picnic lunches at umbrella tables on our outdoor balcony, which overlooks the airport runway.
The College Park Airport, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, also features a 1919 airmail hangar and Compass Rose on the grounds. The airport runway is just outside the glass windows of the museum – be sure to watch for a take-off or landing as today's pilots take to the sky!
The Museum is open daily from 10 am-5 pm, except for major holidays.
Item Special Note
Not valid for special events.
Expire March 11, 2019.
This item will be available for pick up from Geneva Day School after the auction. At the winning bidder's request, the item can be shipped via USPS or Federal Express. Bidder is responsible for all shipping costs. Please contact auction@genevadayschool.org to make arrangements.
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