Liberty Aviation Museum, Aviation museum in Port Clinton, US
Description
The Liberty Aviation Museum is a museum in Port Clinton, Ohio, that displays military aircraft, civilian planes, and aerospace artifacts in its exhibition halls. The collection shows planes from different periods and includes a working 1928 Ford Tri-Motor that still operates.
History
The museum opened in July 2012 and focuses on preserving aircraft from different periods of aviation history. It works with the Experimental Aircraft Association to maintain and operate vintage planes for educational purposes.
Culture
The museum displays uniforms and props from television shows like Hogan's Heroes and M*A*S*H, connecting aviation history with popular entertainment. These items let you see how the history of flight appeared in shows that shaped popular culture.
Practical
The museum opens Monday through Friday and visitors can also visit the attached Tin Goose Diner for breakfast. The facility sits near Lake Erie and is easy to reach with parking available on site.
Did you know?
The museum has a restoration workshop where visitors can watch technicians and volunteers repair vintage aircraft. This open workshop shows the hands-on work needed to keep historic planes flying.
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