Activity Overview
The Aviation Museum of Kentucky is a public aviation museum located at Lexington's Blue Grass Airport. It features a number of fascinating exhibitions related to aviation, including historic airplanes, old photographs, and informative documents. Children and adults alike will be amazed by the civilian and military aircraft on display, including helicopters, biplanes, and a replica of the state's first airplane. It's a great place for your family to stop for an hour or two if you're interested in aviation history.
Things to Do
- Learn about aviation history by viewing the detailed exhibits in the museum.
- Climb aboard the AH-1 Cobra helicopter and imagine what it's like to fly inside of one! Don't forget to bring along your camera to take photos.
- Don't miss the replica of Kentucky's first airplane, the 1908 Quadruplane.
- Practice your flying skills by using one of the museum's flight simulators!
Aviation Museum of Kentucky Insider Tips
- Make the most of your visit by taking a guided tour with a volunteer docent - they know all kinds of intriguing facts about the aircraft on display.
- If your child is fascinated by aviation, consider signing up for the museum's summer camp, which allows children to practice flying using a simulator, learn about the science, technology, and history of aviation, and help plan and conduct a flight over Kentucky!
- Attend an event at the museum - they vary from lectures on aviation to fun-filled events starring vintage airliners.
Fun games for the whole family
Making science into family fun
Giving the little ones a laugh
Fun, creative activities
Exercise for the mind
Entertainment for the whole family
Great fun when you're stuck at home