Empire State Aerosciences Museum

Empire State Aerosciences Museum A one-of-a-kind aviation museum at Schenectady County Airport in Glenville, NY, the site of the former General Electric Flight Test Center.

All ages will enjoy interpretive and hands-on exhibits and our unique air park! The Empire State Aerosciences Museum (ESAM) was established in 1984 as a tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation, chartered by the NY State Department of Education. The museum occupies 9 buildings and 27 acres of land on the western perimeter of the Schenectady County Airport, opposite from the Stratton Air Nation

al Guard base. It is an ideal environment to tell the story of aviation. The value of our Aerosciences Museum to the Capital Region is that it: Stimulates interest in aviation, particularly of New York State, for residents & visitors of all ages; Provides a repository for historical artifacts, documents & aircraft; Assists schools through exposing students to aviation technology and career opportunities; and Provides space for meetings for aviation advocates and other groups. Adults - $8.00
Seniors/Military - $6.00
Children 6-16 - $5.00
Under 6 - Free
Members - Free
Simulated Reality Vehicle Ride - $5.00

No school? No problem!We’ll keep them busy today!Open 10-4 ✈️ ❤️
06/19/2026

No school? No problem!
We’ll keep them busy today!
Open 10-4 ✈️ ❤️

Have you been in the newly paved Air Park? Visit today and climb aboard the C-130! ✈️ ❤️
06/14/2026

Have you been in the newly paved Air Park? Visit today and climb aboard the C-130! ✈️ ❤️

We only have a few tickets left for our June 30th Young Aviator classes! Sign up today and start summer break off right ...
06/08/2026

We only have a few tickets left for our June 30th Young Aviator classes! Sign up today and start summer break off right ☀️

Young Aviators - start your summer break with ESAM!
Two classes for kids are coming up on 6/30: K-2 class on space exploration and NASA, and our 3-6 class all about the Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird. Students will build their own model of the SR-71 aircraft. Ticket link below!

Grades K-2: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/young-aviator-series-gr-k-2-space-travelnasa
Grades 3-6: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/young-aviator-series-gr-3-6-lockheed-sr-71-blackbird

Lots of you have been reaching out about the construction around the museum. Our town and county are undertaking a major...
06/05/2026

Lots of you have been reaching out about the construction around the museum. Our town and county are undertaking a major sewer/water project this summer.
Do not worry, the museum is open!
Plan your visit this week, Fri-Sun 10-4! ✈️ ❤️

We honor and reflect on this day with our hearts and minds on those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. Thank you for your ...
05/25/2026

We honor and reflect on this day with our hearts and minds on those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. Thank you for your service.
We will never forget you. ❤️🤍💙

When we say hands-on, we mean you can sit in a cockpit of a fighter jet! Visit this holiday weekend, we're open Fri-Sun1...
05/22/2026

When we say hands-on, we mean you can sit in a cockpit of a fighter jet!
Visit this holiday weekend, we're open Fri-Sun10-4. ✈️❤️

05/17/2026

We had such a perfect day for Cars & Caffeine! Thanks to everyone who came out, and thanks for sharing your wheels with us! 🚗 ✈️ ❤️

Capital City Cars & Caffeine Monthly Meet is back this Sunday!Bring your ride, grab some food, get fresh Dunkin' coffee....
05/12/2026

Capital City Cars & Caffeine Monthly Meet is back this Sunday!
Bring your ride, grab some food, get fresh Dunkin' coffee...oh and did we mention aircraft? Join us! ✈️❤️

(Note: Due to upcoming outdoor construction around the museum grounds, this may be one of the only meets here this season. Don't miss out!)

This Friday! Give blood, get a gift card. Zonta Club of Schenectady has all the details.
05/11/2026

This Friday! Give blood, get a gift card.
Zonta Club of Schenectady has all the details.

Coming up This Friday!!! Please call to make your appointment now.

Address

250 Rudy Chase Drive
Glenville, NY
12302

Opening Hours

Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+15183772191

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