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Prairie Aviation Museum
2929 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL 61704, United States
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Da
Review №1

Really, really good. Much better than I thought.

K
Review №2

Fun little museum. Its not big by any standards. But it is a fun little place to visit if you wish to spend an hour or two with the kids. Tons of model planes. F14 Tomcat is their crown jewel. Makes an ideal place for some cool photos. Easily noticeable from the road. Has an entry fee.

Ma
Review №3

Great little museum to visit. Nice historical planes to see. Good place for kids to explore

Ma
Review №4

This was a lovely little museum. They had nice, unique displays. The volunteer was knowledgeable and very friendly. We enjoyed seeing the cockpits if the planes on display.

Gr
Review №5

This is a very neat local aviation museum. They have 8 or 9 jets and helicopters there have been retired and available to walk around and admire. Nice facility that houses uniforms and even a flight simulator.

Ga
Review №6

Volunteers are really helpful and friendly. They have lots of indoor exhibits for such a small space and the kids really enjoyed looking at the planes in the outdoor exhibits. They also have regular open cockpit events that we plan to attend in the future.

Ch
Review №7

Interesting amount of information and sections inside. I know they have Special days where you can sit in one or more of the old planes, cool place!

An
Review №8

Our kids really liked the wide variety of displays about planes, space travel, local information about our airport, information about people from this area who have been involved in various aviation related exploits. The real planes and helicopters outside were also a lot of fun for our kids. We enjoyed it so much that we joined as members so we can return as much as we want to throughout the year.

Ch
Review №9

Its a neat little museum. You dont have a sense of scale from seeing these on TV till you stand next to one of these aircraft. $5 admission

Wi
Review №10

Nice little aviation museum. Staff was not very helpfull on the day we went.

Cl
Review №11

Neat place, cool old aircraft....didnt even know this was here...

Al
Review №12

Small and cozy museum. A must stop-by if you love museums like this and it happens to on your way.

mi
Review №13

Absolutely wonderful! The staff were nothing but friendly and helpful, and the selection of aircraft is impressive for such an out of the way place. If you attend on open cockpit days, you can see the inside of their aircraft up close and personal. I plan to go back!

Ji
Review №14

Really great museum! Its a small museum and doesnt take long to go through but a fun and interesting place to visit and take kids. We had a really nice time. Glad we went.

Bl
Review №15

A twin cities gem! The indoor museum is small but packed with a ton of really neat stuff like a mock cockpit, dioramas, LOTS of scale models, a fascinating cross section of a radial motor, uniforms, instrument panels, and much more plus an extensive gift shop with lots and lots of great die cast toys and more all reasonably priced, and the staff are all very friendly and more than willing to share their knowledge. The outdoor area has some incredible warbirds, helicopters, and various engines on display it really is a must visit spot especially for children. They do an exceptional job at preserving, and presenting aviation history. Look for open cockpit day, always a good time!

Sa
Review №16

Small museum with an outdoor collection best viewed on a nice day. The volunteers were very friendly and took a lot of time to explain things. I highly recommend it!

An
Review №17

They are very polite; great movie; amazing tour. Our girls loved it!

As
Review №18

We loved prairie aviation museum! We will be back soon

Di
Review №19

We went for Open Cockpit Day. The volunteers were very knowledgeable and several had real experience with the types of planes on display. It is small but nice treasure for Bloomington.

Ja
Review №20

Have tried 2x to go during posted hours and both times including today we found the doors locals dud another family. Highly suggest you call ahead before you disappoint your kids after 2 hours of looking forward to it. Exceptionally disappointed and will not be trying again it is has 2 negatives there wont be a third.

Ea
Review №21

Good stuff bront

Mi
Review №22

Nice for a little museum. Worker was very nice and helpful.

Ca
Review №23

We often drive by for our 2yr old to see the planes...per his request! Recently, we went for Open Cockpit Day - the little one had a lot of fun climbing in and exploring the planes.

Ta
Review №24

Open cockpit day is a blast for the kiddos the museum is fun and the volunteers are super nice and knowledgeable

Da
Review №25

One of the best museums in central Illinois, the open cockpit days should not be missed.

Er
Review №26

My 2 year old was thrilled to be able to sit up in the helicopter and check out all the cool airplanes. The gentlemen at the museum spent time undivided time with us even though they were busy preparing for a special event. We loved the tour and all the interesting facts and stories.

Ph
Review №27

Fun place to visit and to volunteer on Open Cockpit Days.

Da
Review №28

Small number of aircraft and not in restored condition but for an old Vietnam vet. very enjoyable and brought back tons of memories. Well worth the time and money.

Ve
Review №29

Very good one

Ba
Review №30

The best museum in central Illinois

Sc
Review №31

Its a shame to see such amazing aircraft wasting away stored outdoors, but you can get up close and personal with some iconic aircraft! They do the best with what they have, Ill be stopping by again if Im ever close by again.

Ma
Review №32

Stumbled up this airplane show & museum . After we were done my informed me that he wanted to go into the Air Force like 2 of his uncles did..

Mi
Review №33

This place is amazing great place to learn about aviation and american history.

Sh
Review №34

People here are really helpful and nice.

Da
Review №35

Love this place,, and you should stop,, very knowledgeable staff.

ju
Review №36

Very unexpected quality air museum given city size. Volunteers were very knowledgeable and friendly.

Ja
Review №37

Very Informative museum

as
Review №38

Veey beautiful old Navy air force plane.

Al
Review №39

Open cockpit day is always fun.

Sh
Review №40

I enjoyed visiting museum

St
Review №41

Not much to see for $4

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  • Address:2929 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL 61704, United States
  • Site:http://prairieaviationmuseum.org/
  • Phone:+1 309-663-7632
Categories
  • Museum
  • Non-profit organization
  • Tourist attraction
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:Closed
  • Wednesday:10am–3pm
  • Thursday:10am–3pm
  • Friday:10am–3pm
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:Closed
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Restaurant:No
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