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The Museum of Flight To inspire all through the limitless possibilities of flight. The Museum’s aviation and space library and archives are the largest on the West Coast.
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The independent, non-profit Museum of Flight is one of the largest air and space museums in the world, attracting more than 400,000 visitors annually. The Museum’s collection includes more than 150 historically significant air- and spacecraft, as well as the Red Barn®—the original manufacturing facility of The Boeing Co. More than 100,000 individuals are served annually by the Museum’s on-site and outreach educational programs. The Museum of Flight is accredited by the American Associations of Museums, and is an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution. Diversity & Inclusion Statement:
The Museum of Flight is dedicated to providing a welcoming experience for all visitors, staff, volunteers, learners, and community members. We respect, celebrate, and honor all people and the unique perspective they bring to our institution. All voices are valued and heard and all people are seen and respected. Diversity, inclusion, equity and cultural responsiveness are part of everything we do and we are committed to building an inclusive environment with equitable treatment for all. For more on our inclusion initiatives please visit the link below. https://www.museumofflight.org/About-Us/D-and-I

From the Archives 📦 Photograph of servicemen of the 318th Engineers, U.S. Army, repairing roads in the Bethincourt area ...
10/18/2026

From the Archives 📦 Photograph of servicemen of the 318th Engineers, U.S. Army, repairing roads in the Bethincourt area of Meuse, France on October 5, 1918. An American observation balloon is visible in the distance.

Image Credit: The Marc A. Lagen World War I Collection/The Museum of Flight

Happy Birthday Mae Jemison! Born October 17, 1956, she earned chemical engineering and medical degrees and served in the...
10/17/2026

Happy Birthday Mae Jemison! Born October 17, 1956, she earned chemical engineering and medical degrees and served in the Peace Corps, bringing healthcare to communities in Africa. In 1992, she became the first Black woman to reach space, serving as a mission specialist on STS-47, NASA's 50th Space Shuttle mission.

STS-47 is also notable for being the first spaceflight to include a married couple and a Japanese astronaut aboard the Space Shuttle. The Museum Collection includes a small piece of that historic mission in the form of a commemorative medal. It features both the American and Japanese flags, as the mission was a joint venture between NASA and the National Space Development Agency of Japan (NASDA).

What else do you notice about the medal?

10/17/2026

How do I handle my 100,000 cell phone photos? What should I do with that box of family heirlooms in the closet? Can archivists preserve emails so historians in 200 years can study them? Ali Lane, an archivist and the Digital Asset Coordinator here at The Museum of Flight, answers your questions about archives and collections.

“7 Questions With…” is possible thanks to The Museum of Flight’s donors. Support the series with a tax-deductible gift today ➡️ https://tmof.click/4jIJHEH

Explore The Museum of Flight’s Digital Collection for free! ➡️ https://digitalcollections.museumofflight.org/

Hear other thought-provoking speakers at The Museum of Flight’s Public Programs Series ➡️ https://tmof.click/4gUSAZg

Plan your visit to The Museum of Flight ➡️ https://tmof.click/4jTW5lE

Listen to The Museum of Flight’s Podcast ➡️ https://tmof.click/4glVcix

Note: These questions were sourced from social media and are presented using their original language.

0:00 Intro
0:15 How do I organize my family’s old photos?
2:46 How would you preserve Wikipedia?
4:31 Can emails be preserved like old letters?
6:14 Collector or hoarder?
7:03 What do I do with all my cell phone photos?
8:17 Has a museum artifact ever made you cry?
9:31 What’s the best part of being an archivist?

Meet Lynda Eck! Her career as a stewardess (and then flight attendant) spanned seminal moments in air travel, from the “...
10/16/2026

Meet Lynda Eck! Her career as a stewardess (and then flight attendant) spanned seminal moments in air travel, from the “Golden Age of Flying” to 9/11. Today, she volunteers at the Museum as a Pavilion Interpreter on Thursday mornings. Check out the latest post on the Blog sharing stories and insights from Lynda's 35 years in the skies. This is Part 4 of a Jet Age Feminism series.

Meet Lynda Eck! Her career as flight attendant spanned seminal moments in air travel, from the “Golden Age of Flying” to 9/11. In this post, we'll share stories and insights from her 35 years in the skies.

Thank you, volunteers! This week, we had the chance to recognize the 571 volunteers who donated a total of 73,771 hours ...
10/16/2026

Thank you, volunteers! This week, we had the chance to recognize the 571 volunteers who donated a total of 73,771 hours to The Museum of Flight this year. Without their help, The Museum of Flight simply would not be what it is. They assist with everything from greeting visitors to installing light fixtures.

We are especially grateful to acknowledge Tom Allan, Harvey Hawks and Greg Hunter, who earned their 7,500-hour award this year, and Steve Ellis, who received his 10,000-hour award.

Join us for an evening of elevated style. ✈👗 Fashion in Flight returns to the Museum on November 7 with designers from a...
10/15/2026

Join us for an evening of elevated style. ✈👗 Fashion in Flight returns to the Museum on November 7 with designers from around the Northwest, live music, red-carpet photos and a post-show after-party. Presented in partnership with Fashion District NW. Tickets and info at the link in comments.

10/15/2026

It's Sewing Lovers Day and we're just here admiring the artistry and skill that went into creating these vintage flight attendant uniforms. See them yourself at "Runway to Runway," a special exhibition on display now through January 18, 2027 at The Museum of Flight.

10/14/2026

How many people does it take to haul the wing of a Canadair CT-133? 🤔

Swing by the Aviation Pavilion to check out the newest member of The Museum of Flight's aircraft collection!

Mark your calendars for Hops & Props, Saturday, February 20, 2027 at The Museum of Flight. Enjoy 3 oz pours from a selec...
10/14/2026

Mark your calendars for Hops & Props, Saturday, February 20, 2027 at The Museum of Flight. Enjoy 3 oz pours from a selection of more than 100 of the Pacific Northwest's finest craft beers and ciders, an epic food spread from McCormick & Schmick's, live music and more as you explore the Museum's galleries.

This annual event sells out fast. Museum of Flight Members enjoy an exclusive discount and presale. Tickets for Members go on sale at 10 AM PT, Thursday, November 12, and the public sale begins at 11 AM PT, November 12.

10/13/2026

Did you know that a Seattleite designed the legendary Vought F4U Corsair?

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