Strategic Air and Space Museum

The Strategic Air and Space Museum is an aviation museum in Nebraska featuring military aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft from various eras of flight history. The exhibition spreads across multiple buildings with different sections dedicated to air force technology and space exploration.

The collection started in 1959 as part of Offutt Air Force Base and was later moved to become a standalone institution. The move happened in 1998 to a new location near Interstate 80, allowing the museum to expand its displays significantly.

The museum displays aircraft and rockets that shaped aviation history, and these machines remain central to how visitors understand technology and human achievement in flight.

The museum sits conveniently near Interstate 80 between Omaha and Lincoln, making it easy to reach by car. Visitors should plan for several hours to see the displays, as the facility includes both indoor galleries and outdoor exhibition areas.

A striking feature is the suspended Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird displayed inside a glass atrium, a reconnaissance aircraft that reached record speeds during the Cold War era. Additionally, several large missiles stand in the outdoor areas for visitors to examine up close.

Location: Nebraska

Inception: 1959

Address: 28210 W Park Hwy, Ashland, Nebraska 68003-3525

Phone: +14029443100

Website: https://sacmuseum.org

GPS coordinates: 41.01800,-96.32000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:23