Norton Air Force Base Museum

Norton Air Force Base Museum Located within the former NCO Club, the NAFB Museum has 2,000 square feet of space that will be used

The Norton AFB Museum docents, Ken and Chuck, were recently featured on Inland Empire Alive, where they shared stories, ...
08/21/2026

The Norton AFB Museum docents, Ken and Chuck, were recently featured on Inland Empire Alive, where they shared stories, history, their passion for preserving Norton’s legacy, and the great need for Norton docents. If you’d like to watch their segment, you can skip ahead to minute 44 for their full interview. We invite you to come visit us at the Norton AFB Museum and experience the history firsthand.

https://reflect-sanbernardino.cablecast.tv/internetchannel/show/5765?channel=6

53rd Pilot Herb Tabert from Utah visit the NAFB Museum. He was at Norton 75' to 81'. He asked to do a shout out to his N...
08/18/2026

53rd Pilot Herb Tabert from Utah visit the NAFB Museum. He was at Norton 75' to 81'. He asked to do a shout out to his Navigator Herman. Herb is now a docent at a museum in Utah. We had a great conversation about the historical events and people at Norton.

Mike McKercher, 63rd OMS Crew Chief, 78' to 93', from Rosamond, CA, visited the NAFB Museum. He was supporting his grand...
08/17/2026

Mike McKercher, 63rd OMS Crew Chief, 78' to 93', from Rosamond, CA, visited the NAFB Museum. He was supporting his grandkids' events in Riverside and dropped in to say HI. He is doing well and keeping active with his grandkids' events. He is encouraging one to attend the AF Academy and become a pilot. We had a great time talking about our old friends at Norton and having a few beers at the JET and Lounge.

08/01/2026

Salvador Lucio visited the NAFB Museum from Camarillo, CA. He was at Norton for 17 years, from '77 to '94. We had a great time talking about the old-timers at Norton and having a beer at the Jet.

On Thursday, July 2nd, we had a true Roadrunner visit the NAFB Museum. Larry McMillin from Long Beach was assigned to th...
07/13/2026

On Thursday, July 2nd, we had a true Roadrunner visit the NAFB Museum. Larry McMillin from Long Beach was assigned to the 1835 EIS Squadron from 1976 to 1977. He was accompanied by his wife Pam and his high school buddy Rick Shield. His wife is a Korean War vet, and Rick worked supply at Castle AFB. Larry told me of one of his assignments as a Tactical Air Control Party. As the radio specialist, he drove the jeep, and the radio operator was a pilot. They both wanted to get back to their primary jobs.

Yesterday, the NAFB Museum was in the Highland 4th of July parade! 🎉Many thanks go to the supporters who helped make thi...
07/05/2026

Yesterday, the NAFB Museum was in the Highland 4th of July parade! 🎉
Many thanks go to the supporters who helped make this possible — your enthusiasm keeps history rolling forward! 🚙✨

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✈️ Celebrating 250 Years of American Independence ✈️On this historic 4th of July, we commemorate the 250th anniversary o...
07/03/2026

✈️ Celebrating 250 Years of American Independence ✈️

On this historic 4th of July, we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States and honor the generations of Americans who have defended our freedom. Norton Air Force Base played a vital role in that story—from its mission readiness to the aircraft and airmen who served with distinction.

The C‑141 Starlifter, a symbol of strength and global reach, stands as a reminder of the dedication and sacrifice that shaped our nation’s history.

As we celebrate this milestone, may we carry forward the values that define America: service, resilience, unity, and hope.

Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸🎆

On Thursday, June 18th, Gerald Gaitan brought his family to the Norton AFB Museum to show them his UFO 🛸 display cartoon...
06/22/2026

On Thursday, June 18th, Gerald Gaitan brought his family to the Norton AFB Museum to show them his UFO 🛸 display cartoon. He made the cartoon of the 1977 encounter he had at the main gate. 👽 They got to do some flying on our flight simulator, too.

Flight Simulation Specialist Scott Kinkennon returned to Norton AFB for a visit. He was here 80' to 83'. He recalled giv...
06/22/2026

Flight Simulation Specialist Scott Kinkennon returned to Norton AFB for a visit. He was here 80' to 83'. He recalled giving all the maintenance people flight simulation time after work. He also recalled the times when the drug dog would sweep the barracks. We had a great time talking about the good old days.

Last Saturday, at the Norton AFB Museum, we had a surprise visit by Steve and Noy. They prepared a wonderful Thai dish w...
06/01/2026

Last Saturday, at the Norton AFB Museum, we had a surprise visit by Steve and Noy. They prepared a wonderful Thai dish with spices and sauce. We want to thank them greatly for a superb meal.

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1601 E. 3rd Street
San Bernardino, CA
92408

Opening Hours

Thursday 10am - 2pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

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+19093827307

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