National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force

The National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force is a military museum in Pooler dedicated to the Eighth Air Force, a unit that flew crucial missions during World War II. The institution displays aircraft, equipment, photographs, and firsthand accounts from those who participated in combat operations.

The museum opened in 1996 to preserve the legacy of the Eighth Air Force, which conducted strategic bombing campaigns over Europe during World War II. This air unit became known for its central role in the intensive aerial campaigns that shaped the European war effort.

The museum houses thousands of personal letters, photographs, and recorded stories donated by veterans and their families, revealing what life was really like for those who served. These collections show how people experienced the war through their own words and memories.

The museum is open daily from 10 AM to 5 PM, with Sunday hours beginning at noon, and remains closed on Mondays. The location near Savannah makes it convenient to reach and fit into a regional travel plan.

Inside the museum hangar, visitors can watch technicians restore a B-17 Flying Fortress called City of Savannah piece by piece. This ongoing project reveals the detailed work required to return a historic aircraft to its original condition.

Location: Pooler

Inception: May 14, 1996

Address: 175 Bourne Avenue, Pooler, GA 31322

Phone: +19127488888

Email: marketing@mightyeighth.org

Website: https://mightyeighth.org

GPS coordinates: 32.11551,-81.23646

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:43