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Texas Air Museum-Stinson Chapter - Museum with Historic Aviation and Military Exhibits
1234 99th St, San Antonio, TX 78214, United States
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Da
Review №1

The Texas Air Museum has an extraordinary collection of aeronautical history for enthusiasts. There are numerous models exhibits, dioramas, and actual aircraft (military and civilian) which enables the visitor to become part of aviation history! The museum provides more opportunity to let your dreams of flight awaken!

Pa
Review №2

An eclectic museum featuring a lot of information about a lot of things. Not sure I would rate it with the best I have seen but for the location and budget, I think it was well worth the visit. Quite a few interesting displays and most of the stuff had good description cards and it was easy to navigate. Staff was friendly and helpful and it is definitely handicap accessible all being on one level with a concrete floor. The outside aircraft were in miserable shape but - that goes with the elements.

Li
Review №3

Today we showed up and I was just amazed at what I saw. Its a great place to stop by for a research analyst and if you have served before. I wanted to stay longer but we had things to do and i just took one picture cause it better you go in to see for your self.

Mi
Review №4

Its not Smithsonian quality. Many mannequins and display cases look like hand-me-downs. But what they lack in pizazz, they make up for in volume and history. The admission fee is low--and I rarely say that. If you are really interested in reading everything, you could easily spend the whole day here. I ended up spending an hour and a half. Enjoyed the curator as well.

Ro
Review №5

What a gem! Many thanks to John Tosh and his associates for making us feel so welcome during our overnight stay. The museum was a real delight filled with memorabilia spanning many decades. Very quiet at night and close to downtown, the Alamo and the River Walk. Spent 1 night here. No power, water or sewer, but you park on a grassy level spot and we had 5 RVs staying here on the night we were here. There was space for all. Thank you again Texas Air Museum.

Al
Review №6

Better than a movie ! Why ? Because this is History!. My Son enjoyed every airplane and It feed his imagination. I bought him a Pilot Badge and two airplanes in the gift shop. Well Be Back. . ***Fast foward to September 22 , 2020 Its one year later. My son still loves , Aviation , and had his first one hour, Air Tour , in a Cesna. Always encourage your childs interest. My Sons dream is to become a pilot and Ill do everything I can to help you achieve that Dream , My Son. Love You Buddy . One year ago the museum feed his imagination and now hes been up in the air.

Te
Review №7

If you have even a slight interest in historic military aviation, this is worth the stop. We spent over 3 hours here and enjoyed every minute. The curator knows his stuff and can answer just about any question you can throw at him. In fact, be sure to ask him about the Stinson family who founded this airport. Its an amazing story that sets up the entire visit. Very affordable way to spend a day.

An
Review №8

Spend a lovely afernoon here with my family. The people were super friendly have have the best stories to tell. The layout is nice and easy to navigate. Its not a huge space, but it contains lots of wonderful exibits. Worth the go if you are interested.

Je
Review №9

Great tour guide. So informative. I didnt realize the Stinson family was played such an important role in flight history around the world.This museum has chairs to sit during the presentation or breaks along the tour.There are bathrooms available and a gift shop.I highly recommend this place.This is a museum. There are fragile items, displays, aircraft etc. So please keep a watchful eye on your children.There is free parking on site.The museum building is an old aircraft hangar so it is cold in the winter and extremely hot in the summer. So choose your visit date accordingly.Id also recommend eating at the Big Bib down the street inside Stinson Airport.

Ch
Review №10

This place is filled with both civilian and military aviation memorabilia, as well as some old aircraft and replicas. If you are an aviation enthusiast, I would highly recommend stopping. We spent about two hours there, but did not take the time to read most of the information or we wouldve been there for several more hours.

Lu
Review №11

This museum has tons of historical artifacts focused on San Antonios rich aviation history! And a great place to learn about aircrafts.

Mo
Review №12

Great archives of the history of aviation from different eras, wars and places!

Je
Review №13

So the building is an old hangar. It’s a bit dirty & dusty - it’s no Smithsonian. BUT, this is clearly a labor of love. Mr. Tosh & his volunteers run an excellent local museum. This is an important nod to the role of & connections with SA has in relation to (military) aviation. There’s a small space with chairs in which a few people can view a historic speech JFK gave in Texas the day before the tragedy in Dallas. This alone is worth the visit. There are exhibits & planes kids can climb on & in. My students loved it.

Al
Review №14

Great place to go if you dont mind no air conditioning but the staff there is great, very helpful and nice. The price also very affordable

De
Review №15

Quiet and informative. Great history lessons. Welcoming staff.

Ri
Review №16

A nice little aviation museum hidden at the Stinson airfield. Place is open to the air and can get hot during certain parts of the day.

Ca
Review №17

Great place to visit. A lot of fun and very educational. We learned a lot about the history of flight and planes in San Antonio Texas.

Ca
Review №18

A lot of things to see and learn about. Very interesting with informative and friendly staff.

Jo
Review №19

Small, privately funded look into aviation history, specifically military aviation. Loved visiting and seeing this snapshot of history. Took the kids and they like it as well.

Ro
Review №20

Interesting place. Great exhibits but operating on a shoestring. Well worth your time though

Cy
Review №21

Great field trip for my scouts, volunteers where very informative and helpful

Br
Review №22

A lot to see. Great for everyone in the family.Very educational and fun at the same time.

Jo
Review №23

Has some interesting displays but needs work on the building and displays

Er
Review №24

I showed up during closed times, but a peek in the hangar window revealed a surprising collection of artifacts on display. I should come back and see the rest... And from better angles!

Ro
Review №25

A great and fun time.

Ro
Review №26

Great place to take the kids, very very fair priced. Make sure to ask for the owner Mr. Tosh, he is great to talk to about the history

Ma
Review №27

The man who greeted us (Pete Jones), was really a great way to be greeted. There were some cats and it smelled bad but you dont really notice. Very entertaining experience and very cheap. Be sure to ask as many questions as possible.

Je
Review №28

Interesting collection of items and the staff is very knowledgeable.

Da
Review №29

Takes an hour or two but can spend all day!! John and the guys have lifetimes of knowledge and experiences. Take the time to sit and talk!!! Wonderful People with a great passion for life and History!!!

Sa
Review №30

Took my kids and they loved it

Br
Review №31

Lots of models and replicas. Plus a lot of memorabilia, uniforms​, etc going back to the Great War

Ma
Review №32

Very interesting

Sa
Review №33

So cool! No AC, but so cool! So much history!!!!

Gr
Review №34

Wonderful museum with so much history, many cool airplanes and friendly volunteers with lots of knowledge about history.

Ki
Review №35

Wonderful tour: Very much historical and technical information, well presented. I had no idea!

Ch
Review №36

Great place for kids

Sa
Review №37

A lot of history in the museum with a very friendly staff

Lu
Review №38

Hidden gem. Go visit today.

Tr
Review №39

Good place for air shows

Sh
Review №40

Heritage of technology

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  • Address:1234 99th St, San Antonio, TX 78214, United States
  • Site:https://www.texasairmuseum.org/
  • Phone:+1 210-977-9885
Categories
  • Museum
  • Tourist attraction
Working hours
  • Monday:9am–4pm
  • Tuesday:9am–4pm
  • Wednesday:9am–4pm
  • Thursday:9am–4pm
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:9am–4pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Restaurant:No
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