Air Force Armament Museum
Many of the top military museums either require Department of Defense identification to get entrance or have exorbitant pricing for civilians to help cover upkeep costs, which can be discouraging to travelers interested in learning about military achievements and history. The Air Force Armament Museum on the Florida Panhandle, on the other hand, is available to the general public every day and charges no admission price, making it extremely accessible and enhancing its reputation as one of Florida's most interesting museums. Most exhibits have educational placards next to them that provide thorough explanations of all the different planes and armaments.
The halls house planes, missiles, and relics from several of America's most famous wars, some of which date back to the 1940s or earlier. The gun vault, where a lengthy room displays exhibit cabinets loaded with antique and modern guns and describe the history and most amazing features of each weapon in detail, is a must-see. And the museum is still expanding, with a new addition dedicated to the achievements of the Eglin Air Force Base and recognizing the achievements of African Americans in the Air Force set to open in the spring of 2022. This museum is fantastic for both hard-core military enthusiasts and those just interested in big, bold things, with interactive activities, loads of educational possibilities, and over two million visitors so far.
Location: 100 Museum Dr, Eglin Air Force Base, FL 32542
Website: afarmamentmuseum.com