Vintage Flying Museum, Aviation museum at Meacham International Airport, Fort Worth, United States.
The Vintage Flying Museum displays thirty preserved aircraft in a reconstructed World War II B-29 hangar at Meacham International Airport.
William and Charlyn Hospers established the museum in 1990, starting with their B-17G Flying Fortress aircraft named Chuckie acquired in 1979.
The museum maintains partnerships with three aviation organizations: the B-29/B-24 Squadron, Invader Squadron, and Greatest Generation Aircraft.
The museum offers educational programs for students, including Take Flight Days that provide children with hands-on aviation learning experiences.
The facility houses FIFI, one of two remaining operational B-29 Superfortresses, and Diamond Lil, among two functioning B-24 Liberators worldwide.
Location: Fort Worth
Address: 505 NW 38th St # 33S, Fort Worth, TX 76106 76106
Phone: +(817)6241935
Website: https://vintageflyingmuseum.org
GPS coordinates: 32.81221,-97.35623
Latest update: March 3, 2025 10:33
Fort Worth brings together its cattle trade past with a strong arts scene and open green spaces. Visitors can explore the history of the American West at the Stockyards, while museums like the Kimbell Art Museum, the Modern Art Museum, and the Amon Carter Museum display art collections spanning from ancient times to the present. The National Cowgirl Museum tells the stories of women who shaped the frontier. The city offers parks and gardens, including the Fort Worth Botanic Garden and the Water Gardens with their terraced pools. The zoo houses animals from different continents. Downtown, Sundance Square features restaurants and shops, while historic sites like Log Cabin Village and Thistle Hill invite exploration. Those looking for music and local atmosphere can visit venues such as Billy Bob's Texas or the White Elephant Saloon.
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