The whole family is bound to enjoy a visit to the excellent College Park Aviation Museum, which is affiliated to the Smithsonian Institute.
Located on the site of the oldest continually-operating airport in the world, dating back to 1906 when Wilbur Wright came here to instruct the first military pilots, the museum boasts over 27,000 square feet of exhibition space.
Filled with a brilliant collection of original and reproduction historic aircraft, the museum also features regular temporary exhibits and has many fun inter-active activities for junior aviation enthusiasts to experiment with.
The on-site gift shop stocks aviation and science -related toys, children’s books and clothing.
Address: College Park Aviation Museum, 1985 Corporal Frank Scott Dr, College Park, MD 20740, Phone: 301-864-6029
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