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National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force

Based on 998 Reviews

175 Bourne Ave., Pooler, GA 31322

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Info & Amenities

Located just miles from Downtown Savannah where the Eighth Air Force began on January 28, 1942, the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force tells the compelling story of ordinary people whose lives were transformed by extraordinary commitment and sacrifice.
Thousands of artifacts including a restored B-17 Flying Fortress, photographs and oral histories donated by veterans and their families tell these stories in a way that takes the visitor to WWII England and on missions above occupied Europe.
The National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force is an experience that should not be missed.

Business Status

Open For Business

COVID-19 Safety Measures

Savannah Safe
Social Distancing

25% capacity at one time, face masks required by staff, social distancing encouraged, interior doors are kept open to minimize touching handles, hand sanitizing stations throughout.

Hours of Operation

Sun. 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Mon. Closed
Tue. 10:00 AM- 5:00PM
Wed. 10:00 AM- 5:00PM
Thur. 10:00 AM- 5:00PM
Fri. 10:00 AM- 5:00PM
Sat. 10:00 AM- 5:00PM

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Weddings

The National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force is proud to have and pleased to offer several beautiful and unique rooms within The Museum for special event rentals. We make our special event rooms in this incredible facility available for rental in order to support The Museum. We would be delighted to have the opportunity to welcome you and your guests and would be pleased to be the host location for your special event. We have three rooms in which we host events, The Rotunda is impressive and is our largest room – with soaring 30’ ceilings; it is a circular room 90’ in diameter. The Rotunda seats 260 and has a rental fee of $1950.00. The Art Gallery, recently redecorated, is a beautiful room, home to the Museum’s private collection of aviation art; it seats 130 and rents for $950.00. The High Wycombe Room, smaller and more intimate with botanical prints, beautiful mirrors and charming wall sconces and will seat 80 - 90 and rents for $750.00. Our rental fees include 5 hours of event time, all tables and chairs, the set up and breakdown, all event coordination and an event manager. These rates are our Saturday rates; prices will vary for Sunday through Friday. The capacities listed include space for dinner and dancing.

Facilities

Amenities

Largest Room: 0'

The General Lewis E. Lyle Rotunda

Square Feet: 4,566 sq. ft.
Banquet Capacity: 300
Theater Capacity: 400

Colonial Group Inc., Art Gallery

Square Feet: 3,250 sq. ft.
Banquet Capacity: 180
Theater Capacity: 260
Classroom Capacity: 125

High Wycombe

Square Feet: 1,872 sq. ft.
Banquet Capacity: 100
Theater Capacity: 150
Classroom Capacity: 110

Flight Room

Classroom Capacity: 36

Hunter Board Room

Square Feet: 360 sq. ft.
Classroom Capacity: 10

Reviews

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Based on 998 Reviews

journalmytrips | Nov 30, 2021

“Well presented history”

This museum features the history of the Mighty Eighth especially during World War2. There are several areas where you can stop to see a video. One large area has several planes on display. There...

Road61329591240 | Nov 3, 2021

“A don’t miss for Ww2 buffs”

Very good museum for military fans. Wonderfully restored aircraft and World War II items. Plan an spending hours as there is so much to see. Don’t overlook the garden. The restaurant has excellent...

330114 | Oct 11, 2021

“Wonderfully displayed museum. ”

WW2 HISTORY is where this museum begins. So well exhibited the photo's, uniforms and information in this museum. Video's, docents, airplanes and the outdoor grounds are so worth your admission fee!