national museum of the mighty eighth air force

The museum is dedicated to keeping aviation alive. They preserve aircraft of past generations and keep them flying.

it was a cold rainy day so this was perfect indoor activity. Very nicely done. All exhibits were exceptional. My favorite were in interactive computers. Lots of authentic stuff donated to the museum. Very nice theater room.

The leader of a program we were attending In Jekyll Island told us about this museum near Savannah. It is well organized and in addition to its major attraction, a restored B-17 bomber, it gives a complete overview of an important aspect of World War II. A helpful researcher in the museum's library was able to find a partial record of my late brother-In-law's service.

Very nice and very informative on the start of WWII. Great perspective from a B17 crew member with nice, realistic visuals. Could really spend a lot of time here and not get bored in the least.. Employees very sweet and helpful.

Much of what was presented I already knew first hand from her.The stories of the men and women who became the Greatest Generation is well told. It is a dynamic presentation of the background leading up to and military history of WW II. The museum is more than a static display of warplanes. I am sorry she did not live to see the Museum. Aircraft lovers and history buffs alike will love it. I only allowed 2 hours to see it. It was not enough. I have to return to see the rest of the story.

If you're looking for an aviation museum, you might be disappointed. You will see some aircraft, but, they are specific to the story of the Mighty Eighth Air Force. If you're looking for a story, told through memorabilia, videos, and displays, honoring the men, and women that fought for the freedom of Europe, and the USA, this is the place for you. If your lucky, as my wife and I were, you'll get to hear stories told by men that were there.

Spotted the museum billboards on the way south to Florida. Decided to visit on our return trip. Really good decision on our part. Spent 2 hours touring the museum and could easily have spent another hour or two. A must see destination for any WWII history or aviation buff. Probably not a great museum for young children.At the end of your tour, don't miss the wall featuring the Medal of Honor winners with their bios. Definitely will put a lump in your throat. And finally a section on the WASP. It was of special interest to us since we have a friend whose mother was a member.Don't miss this museum! Now if they only had a B-24. Maybe someday.

Decided to check it out on whim. The staff was warm and informative. We found a variety of things to see. The size of the B-17 inside was incredible. It keep me interested and I am not much of a history buff. I really enjoyed the way we were able to share the flight mission experience. Having a research library was a real bonus. The indoor dining looked like a British outdoor cafe. We had already had lunch or we would have stopped in. The memorials were well done and we found even more planes outside. There is a chapel we did not take in due to rain. We spent way more time there then first thought.

Out of the way if you're staying in Savannah, but we hit it on our way home since it is right off I-95. Very well done with many real WWII relics and interactive exhibits. I also like that I can do it on my own pace. Great place for history buffs and a fine tribute to the Eighth Air Force!

This museum is exceptionally well done from start to finish. I recommend taking some time especially on the first part of the exhibit to read the timeline board along the wall which hits some of the highlights. Also, take a minute to go inside the church and see the beautiful stain glass windows done by SCAD. The B17 inside is impressive, but just one of the many exhibits to see.

My husband and I used a cold February day to take in an indoor experience. This was a bonus. We were inspired, educated, entertained and very pleased with this well-planned and thorough reporting of The Eighth Air Force's contribution to the Allied victory. There was considerable memorabilia and information from and about German forces as well as the American and English air forces. Large exhibits included a B-17 and smaller fighters. Interactive films and explanations were excellent as well. A mock up of a Germam POW camp was another unique feature. We spent four happy hours there which included a great hamburger in the English pub restaurant.

The Volunteers/Staff at this museum were so welcoming, we were treated like long time friends. Museum is nicely laid out with interesting displays. A bit too much "reading" for my personal taste. Could use a few more interactive displays. This being said, it is well worth a visit. Be sure to take a map of the displays as it is a bit of a maze. Just a very short drive outside Savannah. Enjoy!

This was my third visit to this museum and this time I brought friends to share it with. The museum does an amazing and heartfelt job of preserving and telling the story of World War II and the men AND WOMEN who flew and supported the airplanes that fought for superiority of the skies.The museum is located two minutes from I-95 - coming from the interstate, it is on your left side, behind two hotels - watch for the sign because the sign can be missed. The museum, on the other hand, cannot be missed. The parking lot is spacious - an easy stop if you're driving a motor home or pulling a trailer.Everyone inside was welcoming and friendly, including a pair of World War II vets we were honored to spend time with. Several exhibits are interactive; GO TO THE THEATERS, beginning with the briefing room - THEY ARE AWESOME!A handful of retired airplanes are on the grounds and the B-17 Flying Fortress "City of Savannah" is being restored center stage inside. Take a stroll out back, too - an impressive array of memorials, and lots of space for reflection awaits you. Stop in at the vintage chapel to pray in solitude, if you wish.Plan to spend a few hours here - or plan to return to catch up on all that you missed! (A small restaurant is available inside most days for lunch, so you can take a break as needed.) This museum is absolutely first rate - not to be missed.

Many things to see and the art was wonderful. I liked seeing the old movies of the war and the history. It was nice to show our son the history of the flights.

Visited the Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum on February 8. To start with it was very easy to find. It is right off exit 102 on I-95 outside of Savannah GA. There is ample parking and several places for gas and food are close by. We happened to get there on a day when admission was free. The web site has excellent information on the location, the museum itself and everything you will find there, which we had reviewed before going. There are docents everywhere to point out interesting things and answer any questions you may have.There are some static exhibits outside, a B-47, Mig 17 and F-4 but it was what was on the inside that was most impressive. Each bomb, fighter and support group of the 8th is identified and most have their own display cases full of memorabilia, all well-displayed and easily viewed. I took many photos of the displays, without flash as most are enclosed in glass cases. Interestingly, especially for the kids in the audience, there are movies in small theaters, each of which have a theme - ground crew, briefing room, etc. There are three altogether. Each one will feed you into the next so you are well-versed by the time you hit the other displays and there are many. Most impressive is the B-17. The display depicts the plane being loaded for a mission. Suspended from the ceiling of the exhibit hall are full-sized, vintage fighters such as a P-51, Messerschmidt 109, a Stearman trainer and even a smaller version of the B-17. All very well done. We spent over two hours in the museum and enjoyed every minute of it. As an Air Force veteran of a much later conflict and a different Air Force (I was in the Pacific in the 13th and in the States I served in SAC) I appreciate the sacrifice of those who flew in the Mighty Eighth, which was absorbed into the Strategic Air Command during my time of service. I think it is of paramount importance that museums like this one be supported. Memory of what these brave men and women did to protect our country and the rest of the world may well be lost unless we have places for people to visit and experience, if only in their imaginations, what these great Americans did for us, so long ago. Highly recommend it.