The Museum of Flight

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

05/28/2026

If you had witnessed the first hot air balloon flight, it would have definitely looked something like this.

Only a few days left to get tickets! Xyla Foxlin, the award-winning engineer, pilot, and YouTube sensation, is coming to...
05/28/2026

Only a few days left to get tickets! Xyla Foxlin, the award-winning engineer, pilot, and YouTube sensation, is coming to Seattle for a fireside chat about maker culture at The Museum of Flight! 🛠 Friday, May 29 at 7:00 PM. Ticket link in comments.

Part of Beyond the Horizon, a new speaker series from The Museum of Flight celebrating bold thinkers and risk-takers in aerospace.

Check out these vintage in-flight menu covers from our collection! Which one is your favorite?
05/27/2026

Check out these vintage in-flight menu covers from our collection! Which one is your favorite?

05/27/2026

On May 27, 1958, the McDonnell F-4 Phantom made its first flight. Did you know that this jet fighter was designed without a gun? Get the story from The Museum of Flight's Senior Curator Matthew Burchette.

05/26/2026

Ticket Alert 📣 Only a few days left until Xyla Foxlin's fireside chat at The Museum of Flight! Join us on Friday for an inspiring evening of creativity and DIY awesomeness. Tickets ➡ https://tmof.click/3QKzEFg

05/26/2026

Happy Birthday Sally Ride! Join us in a few weeks for Sally's Day, June 27, 2026. We'll be celebrating the legacy of the first American woman in space with all-ages STEM activities!

05/25/2026

Part 3 of this little miniseries wraps up our trip to the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force by heading into one of their secure storage hangars. Come along with us to learn about the final entries in the Century Series F-105, F-106 and the elusive F-107.

Enjoy the video? The Museum of Flight is a non-profit organization. Support our work by making a donation!

Huge thanks to the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force for hosting us!

Visit The Museum of Flight ➡️ https://museumofflight.org/

Check out The Museum of Flight's Podcast ➡️ https://museumofflight.org/podcast

Today, and every day, we honor those who gave their lives in service to their country. The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Par...
05/25/2026

Today, and every day, we honor those who gave their lives in service to their country.

The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Park at the Museum, seen in this photo, is always free and open to the public, no Museum admission needed. It was established thanks to the efforts of Vietnam veterans to create a space for contemplation and remembrance.

The Museum of Flight is open today for our normal operating hours, 10 AM to 5 PM.In commemoration of Memorial Day, admis...
05/25/2026

The Museum of Flight is open today for our normal operating hours, 10 AM to 5 PM.

In commemoration of Memorial Day, admission this weekend is free for veterans and active duty military.

Please join us at 11 AM for a Memorial Day musical performance, followed at 2 PM by a presentation about the Women Airforce Service Pilots of World War II by Dr. Katherine Landdeck.

Xyla Foxlin, the award-winning engineer, pilot, and YouTube sensation, is coming to Seattle for a fireside chat about ma...
05/24/2026

Xyla Foxlin, the award-winning engineer, pilot, and YouTube sensation, is coming to Seattle for a fireside chat about maker culture at The Museum of Flight! 🛠 Friday, May 29 at 7:00 PM. Get tix ➡ https://tmof.click/3QKzEFg

Part of Beyond the Horizon, a new speaker series from The Museum of Flight celebrating bold thinkers and risk-takers in aerospace.

05/24/2026

One video wasn't enough! We're continuing our investigation of the Century Series aircraft in Part 2 of this Curator on the Loose! miniseries. Join The Museum of Flight's Senior Curator Matthew Burchette on a journey through the National Museum of the United States Air Force in Dayton, Ohio to check out the F-102 and F-104. And make sure you stay tuned for Part 3!

Huge thanks to both the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force and the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park for putting up with our antics for this episode!

Visit The Museum of Flight ➡️ https://museumofflight.org/

Check out The Museum of Flight's Podcast ➡️ https://museumofflight.org/podcast

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9404 E Marginal Way S
Seattle, WA
98108

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Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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