Strategic Air and Space Museum
Fans of aircraft and aviation technology will be impressed by the extensive collections on display at this museum in Ashland, midway between Omaha and Lincoln. The Strategic Air and Space Museum is a fantastic place to go if you want to have a one-of-a-kind experience that combines flight simulations with aviation history, animal encounters, and more. The Strategic Air and Space Museum will captivate you whether you are a veteran or simply interested in military aviation. From the Wright brothers' first flight to the most recent space shuttle launches, the Strategic Air and Space Museum is one of the best places to visit in Nebraska, United States.
The museum, which began as the Strategic Air Command in 1959, grew over the years and moved to its current location in a modern facility in 1998. A few years later, the name was changed to the Strategic Air and Space Museum.
The museum covers 300,000 square feet and displays a wide range of airplanes, spacecraft, and changing special exhibits. The massive B-17G "Flying Fortress," the B-25N "Mitchell," and the MIG-21F "Fishbed-C" are among the aircraft highlights. Several ICBMs (Inter Continental Ballistic Missiles) are stationed outside the main building. These missiles were designed to deliver nuclear warheads but were never used, fortunately for humanity.
A planetarium with seasonal astronomy shows and motion rides for a fee that simulate being in a helicopter and riding a roller coaster are also on-site. A diverse range of traveling exhibits, permanent exhibits, and special events provide museum visitors with one-of-a-kind experiences.
- Bes Time To Visit: Year- round
- Website: https://www.sacmuseum.org/
- Admission: $12 - adults age 13 years and above, $11 - seniors or military, $6 - children ages 4-12 years, ages 3 and under - free
- Tripadvisor Rating: 4.5/5
- Location: Ashland, Nebraska
