The New England Air Museum is the largest aviation museum in New England and is a private, non-profit educational institution that was organized in 1959. Three larger hangars and an outdoor display contain more than 100 aircraft with permanent exhibits that include the oldest surviving aircraft in the U.S. – the 1870 Silas M. Brooks Balloon Basket, as well as an S-39 Amphibian plane – the first aircraft built in Connecticut by aviation pioneer Igor Sikorsky. Featured year-round are many historical aircraft and exhibits including a focus on World War II’s Tuskegee Airmen, and a display about Amelia Earhart alongside a Lockheed Model 10 Electra – the same type of plane flown by the female aviator. The Air Museum is dedicated to preserving and presenting historically significant aircraft and related artifacts, engaging visitors through high-quality exhibits helping them to understand aviation technology and history and inspiring students through innovative and hands-on educational programs.
FREE admission is available for veterans and active duty military personnel.
What is NARM?
The North American Reciprocal Museums Association (NARM), offers free admission to over 1,000 reciprocal museums in the United States. With a NEAM family membership and up, you will become part of this program. Attached is a list of over 100 museums in New England you can visit.
The New England Air Museum is located on 36 Perimeter Road (off Route 75) on the North end of the Bradley International Airport airfield in Windsor Locks, Conn. It is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Memorial Day through Labor Day; the museum is closed on Mondays during the winter season.
Directions: Take I-91 North or South to Exit 40 (Route 20). Take second right exit off Route 20 and turn right onto Route 75 North. Continue for 2.8 miles. Take left at Museum sign onto Perimeter Rd for 1.7 miles. The Museum will be on the right.
If you are coming from Bradley International Airport, follow the signs to Route 75 and turn left and head east onto Schoephoester Rd. Turn left onto Route 75 North. Drive 2.2 miles and turn left onto Perimeter Rd. at the Museum sign.
FREE onsite parking and plenty of room for buses.
Intro & History of Astronomy Tuesday, November 12th, 10AM - 11AM Join us to learn all about what you see in the sky at night! We will be joined by experts from the Astronomical Society of Greater Hartford to learn about the basics and history of astronomy! TICKETS
Monday November 4, 2024: Aerospace Engineering: Meet retired aerospace engineers, practice riveting with our Restoration Team, learn how aircraft and spacecraft fly from our public programs team, build and launch a straw rocket, and more! Join us for a special day at the museum just for homeschoolers. Event includes hands-on activities, opportunities to meet retired aerospace […]
Get ready for an extraordinary experience at the Halloween in the Hangars Brew Fest, happening on Saturday Oct 26ht from 6pm to 10pm at the New England Air Museum. This incredible event will showcase local breweries, live music, and food trucks. Attendees will have the exclusive opportunity to indulge in their favorite brews inside a […]
Join us for a Halloween Open Cockpit Day at the museum! Trick or treat throughout the hangar, climb aboard historic aircraft, listen to spooky (and not so spooky!) stories about our aircraft, and more! This event is included with admission. Costumes encouraged!
Celebrate the achievements of organizations and individuals across Connecticut at the League's annual Awards of Merit ceremony and reception! This year we'll gather at the New England Air Museum in Windsor Locks for the awards presentation, followed by a catered reception with a cash bar in one of the museum's impressive hangars. Sip, nosh, and socialize in […]
Get ready for a high-energy, hands-on adventure at the New England Air Museum’s Touch-a-Truck on Saturday, October 12, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM! It’s an unforgettable day where families and aviation lovers can dive into the thrill of exploration, touch massive vehicles, and enjoy delicious food—all in one place! What to Expect: • […]
U.S. Navy Blimps in WWII - How They WorkedTuesday, October 8th, 10AM - 11AM Join us on Tuesday, October 8th at 10AM to learn all about U.S. Navy Blimps! This program will give a brief history blimps during World War II, and cover the science behind how blimps fly! TICKETS
VIP Viewing of the F-15C Join the New England Air Museum for a fundraiser to celebrate the arrival of the museum's F15C Eagle! This event features a keynote presentation by Col. Michael "Shot" Glass of the 104th Fighter Group, a VIP viewing of the interior of the F-15 cockpit, appetizers, cash bar, and more! Friday, […]
For one day only the NEAM restoration team will be offering tours of the Restoration Hangar! Listen to the crew as they discuss their newest projects and techniques. This event is included with standard admission. LEARN MORE
Impact from Russia/Ukraine Conflict Richard Aboulafia & Kevin Michaels Richard Aboulafia and Kevin Michaels will provide the latest developments to the armed services in response to lessons learned from the ongoing war and how it will impact future service procurement and the defense supply chain. This event will be held both in-person at the New England […]
Get ready to soar into an unforgettable Labor Day at the New England Air Museum! We're thrilled to invite you and your family to experience a day packed with hands-on aviation excitement and educational fun. From getting a close-up look at our new F-15C to testing your piloting skills in our cutting-edge simulators, there's something […]
Join us for Open Cockpit Day at the museum! Climb aboard a selection of our historic aircraft, see our Union Engine run, and more! This event is included with general admission. TICKETS Aircraft are subject to change, restrictions may apply. Library passes are not valid on open cockpit days. Win an $85,000 2024 Corvette and […]
Enjoy family-friendly drop-in programs every Wednesday-Sunday through August 17. These programs are included with general admission and offer a variety of engaging activities.
Enjoy family-friendly drop-in programs every Wednesday-Sunday through August 17. These programs are included with general admission and offer a variety of engaging activities.
Enjoy family-friendly drop-in programs every Wednesday-Sunday through August 17. These programs are included with general admission and offer a variety of engaging activities.
Enjoy family-friendly drop-in programs every Wednesday-Sunday through August 17. These programs are included with general admission and offer a variety of engaging activities.
Enjoy family-friendly drop-in programs every Wednesday-Sunday through August 17. These programs are included with general admission and offer a variety of engaging activities.
Enjoy family-friendly drop-in programs every Wednesday-Sunday through August 17. These programs are included with general admission and offer a variety of engaging activities.
Take a peek behind the scenes into our Storage Hangar! Explore the aircraft in our collection that are not currently on public display. This experience is included with general admission. Tickets are $23.00 for ages 15 and up, $18.00 for seniors 65 and up and $13.00 for ages 4 to 14. New England Air Museum […]
Enjoy family-friendly drop-in programs every Wednesday-Sunday through August 17. These programs are included with general admission and offer a variety of engaging activities.
