Valkyrie Cafe, Museum Of The U.s. Air Force

As the largest military aviation museum in the world, I had high expectations when coming here. I ended up leaving with my expectations fulfilled and exceeded. The staff helped me in the beginning by guiding me and showing me a map (which I have included photos of in my review). The museum is organized into eras and battles and a few of them are as follows: Early Years, WWII, Korean War, Southeast Asia War, Cold War, Missile Gallery, Space Gallery, Research and Developmental, and Presidential Gallery. These are all divided and everything is clearly marked. Admission is completely free and the whole museum is temperature controlled in the summer and winter. There are several bathrooms spread throughout the museum. If you were to completely walk through and read everything in this museum, it would take you many days. If you’re not looking too much into details, it can be done in just a couple hours. There is a lot of walking, but everything is wheelchair accessible. The museum is very clean and it is a fascinating place to learn about the history of the United States. There are guided tours available and there is also a gift shop that has many interesting items.

I love this place. I am an avid lover of planes, and the air force, and since it is about a 100 miles from my city, we usually go here for a day trip. I had high expectations for the biggest air force museum, and it was fulfilled. I saw the exact plane JFK was carried on, and the first ever air force one. Very good place, and also admission is free, except for the simulations and stuff, which they are 5 bucks a head.

I've been going here since I was a kid. My grandparents brought me when I was 3 and I've always had a love of aviation. Literally the largest aircraft collection/museum in the world. I have memories of going here for birthdays, school trips, and just because. They have a nearby restoration area and take great care to cherish the exhibits. There is so much here to learn about and from. Also, there is a great gift shop with gifts and toys for all ages. There are events that they sometimes do with community organizations and guest speakers. There are motion simulators and a theater. Just all around an amazing place to go. It is so easy to spend an entire day here.

Love this place! Can’t believe it’s free! There is so much history here. Great place to visit! The cafe & gift shop is also reasonably priced.