The National WASP WWII Museum
The National WASP WWII Museum seeks to educate and inspire all generations with the story of the WASP: Women Airforce Service Pilots – the first women to fly American’s military aircraft – women who forever changed the role of women in aviation!
The museum is conveniently located just minutes off Interstate 20 at 210 Loop 170 in Sweetwater, Texas. Pilots flying over Sweetwater can land at Avenger Field – the Sweetwater Airport (SWW). The museum is a short distance away. For assistance with directions or in setting up special tours, call 325.235.0099.
Regular days and hours of operation are Wednesday through Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free.
News and Events
Congressman Mike Conaway Speaking about the WASP Congressional Gold Medal
Click on this link to see and hear Congressman Mike Conaway giving his speech in support of the WASP Congressional Gold Medal. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_Zy4pv8Row
The Museum Will Be Closed July 4th and Open July 5th
Air Race Classic Pilots Will Land at Sweetwater June 23rd
Avenger Field Will Be the Second Stop for the June 2009 Air Race Classic
Celebrate 80 Years of Women’s Transcontinental Racing!
CONGRATULATIONS to Captain Kelly Burris and Co-Pilot Erin Recke for winning this year’s race!
