Museum of Flight
Seattle, WA 98108-4046
Phone: (206) 764-5700
- Hours:
- Mon-Wed 10am-5pm, Thu 10am-9pm, Fri 10am-5pm
Editorial Review for Museum of Flight – by Nicole Christie
The Scene
It all began in 1968, when the Pacific Northwest Aviation Historical Foundation placed its first exhibits at the Seattle Center. In 1983, the exhibits made their debut in the restored Red Barn before making the Great Gallery their home in '87. This cavernous space offers visitors the opportunity to experience the aviation industry firsthand.
The Collection
Become a fighter pilot for a moment when you jump into the cockpit of an F/A-18, or pay your respects to space exploration at the Apollo exhibit and Rendezvous In Space. Visit Boeing's original plane, the B&W, in the awe-inspiring six-story steel and glass Great Gallery. Then, wrap up your tour with a lesson on the early days of aviation in the Red Barn, Boeing's original plant, and a walk through presidential history aboard the first Air Force One.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoLittle pilots are welcome to climb into the cockpits in The Hanger, which houses a collection of tiny kit planes built to actually fly. Or if younger visitors prefer to call the shots from outside the plane, they can check out what's up behind the scenes.
The ExtrasFor a live-action experience, take a tour of Boeing's Everett plant. You'll see 747s, 767s and 777s under construction.
User Reviews for Museum of Flight
05/05/2008 Posted by berg9201
I don't think this museum is very everyone. It's pretty small. The main room has many planes on the floor and hanging from the ceiling. Supposedly they have planes outside that you can visit. There's also another room filled with history of flight. However, I personally don't care much about aviation so I found it a bit boring.
Pros: have special exhibitions, good for rainy days
Cons: boring unless you love airplanes
11/21/2006 Posted by kee22
The Museum of Flight is a good museum..but, it's kind of small. The exibits are pretty interesting. I especially liked seeing the old Air Force One. Overall, it is a good cultural experience.
Pros: Interesting, can see an Air Force One
Cons: small museum
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