Mitchell Gallery of Flight, Aviation museum at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, United States.
Description
The Mitchell Gallery of Flight is located in Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport and displays a broad collection of aircraft from different eras. The exhibition includes military equipment and technical innovations that illustrate the development of aviation.
History
The gallery preserves artifacts from World War I, including original propellers from the Matthews Brothers Woodworking Company of Milwaukee. These early pieces demonstrate the local role in the early aviation industry.
Culture
The gallery honors local aviation pioneers like Richard Bong, recognized as the top-scoring American fighter pilot. Visitors can learn about these figures and their role in shaping flight history.
Practical
The gallery is located in the airport terminal and is accessible 24 hours daily without requiring a flight ticket. Visitors can explore the exhibits conveniently between flights or as a day outing.
Did you know?
A special section displays Milwaukee In Space with a laser experiment from St. Mary's Hospital that flew aboard Space Shuttle Columbia in 1991. This object connects the city's history to space exploration in an unexpected way.
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