Peterson Air and Space Museum
Peterson Air and Space Museum, Aviation museum at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, United States.
Description
The Peterson Air and Space Museum is an aviation collection on a military base featuring multiple buildings, including the original 1941 airport terminal and repurposed hangars. The facility displays aircraft, spacecraft, and technical equipment across several exhibition areas.
History
The museum opened in 1982 and replaced an earlier visitor center that Colonel Donald Parson founded in 1975. The collection documents the development of flight from its early days through modern aerospace technology and its role in the region.
Culture
The exhibits show how aviation and space exploration have shaped people's connection to flight, from the earliest pilots to today's aerospace technology. Visitors experience how deeply this place reflects the region's relationship with these fields.
Practical
Visitors need advance security clearance and documentation to enter the grounds, as the museum sits within an active military base. Planning ahead and bringing proper identification helps ensure smooth access.
Did you know?
The EC-121 Warning Star aircraft is the only plane open for interior tours, giving visitors a rare chance to see Cold War surveillance equipment. Walking through this aircraft reveals the specialized tools used by crews during that era.
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