The American Flag inside of the Air & Military Museum of the Ozarks hanging above an attack chopper.

A trip back in time! We love those. Our family had such a nice time here, and we learned so much. The staff at the Air & Military Museum of the Ozarks deserve a huge THANK YOU from my family. You were knowledgeable and patient answering all our questions. We were certainly treated with a level of service and respect that can only be considered as historical as your memorabilia.

U.S. Air Force jet and army jeep on display at the Air and Military Museum of the Ozarks.
Confederate Bill $10 Civil War currency.
Simulator at the Air & Military Museum of the Ozarks.

Memorabilia

When you first pull up and see the building, you’ll wonder how a museum of any value could be behind those doors. I promise you, that’s an illusion! This is truly a hidden gem with thousands of pieces of military memorabilia. The front area has displays with smaller memorabilia while the areas in the back house large military vehicles and equipment.

Lockheed T-33 jet and army vehicle on display at the Air and Military Museum of the Ozarks.
U.S. Army WWII 81 mm mortar on display at the Air & Military Museum.
Army supply truck on display at the museum.

Air & Military Museum of the Ozarks is a “hands on experience”

The boys were able to handle certain pieces of memorabilia under the careful supervision of staff members. They were able to learn the history behind different military firearms and hold them while posing for photographs. The “Tommy Gun” was certainly a hit!

My oldest holding an old firearm at the museum.
My youngest posing with an old firearm at the Air and Military Museum of the Ozarks.
My youngest holding an old firearm at the museum.
My oldest holding a Tommy Gun at the Air and Military Museum of the Ozarks.
My youngest holding a Tommy Gun at the museum.

Sitting in the AH-1S Cobra Helicopter with the instrument panel on was mind blowing for the boys! By boys, I also mean my husband. Our docent was patient and knowledgeable when answering their questions. Learning about the gauges, controls, and history of the chopper was definitely the highlight of the visit! Learn about the flight simulation here!

My youngest sitting in an AH-1S Cobra Attack helicopter at the Air and Military Museum of the Ozarks.
My oldest sitting in an AH-1S Cobra Attack helicopter at the Air and Military Museum of the Ozarks.

They were also able to enjoy sitting in a Lockheed T-33 Jet and some of the Jeeps. I certainly recommend this place for field trips or birthday parties!

My youngest sitting in an old army jeep at the Air and Military Museum.

More information on the Air & Military Museum of the Ozarks

Admission is very reasonable at $5.00 per adult and $3.00 for children 6-11. They don’t have a way to accept cards as payment so make sure you have cash for admission.

THRIFTY TIP! Every year in November they have an admission FREE open house! You can learn more about their FREE open house here!

You can get more information about the Air & Military Museum of the Ozarks by visiting their website. If you have Facebook, you can also get more information by visiting their Facebook page.

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Worthy of notable mention

The Railroad Historical Museum is only 9 minutes from the Air & Military Museum of the Ozarks. Admission is FREE or you can make a donation if you would like. If you have a little extra time, it’s worth visiting. Learn more about the Railroad Historical Museum here! Need directions?