Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site

The Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site is an aviation museum and memorial complex that displays original aircraft, military equipment, photographs, and personal objects from African American pilots. Two restored hangars house interactive exhibits and orientation films that tell the story of their experiences during World War II.

The training facility at Moton Field opened in 1941 as the birthplace of the first African American military pilots. The program emerged from efforts to integrate aviation and give these pilots a chance to serve in combat during the war.

The site honors how African American pilots challenged racial barriers through their military service and proved their capabilities on the battlefield. Their achievements became a turning point in the fight for military equality.

The site is open Tuesday through Saturday, and visitors can explore the two hangars with interactive exhibits and join guided tours. Plan to spend at least two to three hours to see everything thoroughly and take in the content at a comfortable pace.

The site preserves the original PT-17 Stearman biplane that early pilots used for their first flight training. These aircraft show how basic the training technology was, yet how crucial for building piloting skills and confidence.

Location: Tuskegee

GPS coordinates: 32.45723,-85.68038

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:48