Aero Space Museum
Tourism Region: Southern Alberta
The Aero Space Museum Association of Calgary was founded in 1975. The Museum is housed in a former 1942 British Commonwealth Air Training Plan Hall. The Museum's Mission is to Promote the Appreciation of Western Canadians contributions in Aviation and Space.
About the Collections
Substantial number of historical aircraft both civil and military; one of the largest aeronautical engine collections in North America; Comprehensive research library and archives; Uniforms; Artwork, etc.
Approximate number of objects in the collections: 50,000
Archives
Letters, postcards, logbooks, photographs, maps, journals, posters, etc.
Prints and Drawings •
Films and Videos •
Photographs •
Textual Records
Decorative Arts
Costumes •
Textiles or Tapestries
Fine Arts
Aviation and War Art
Culture:
American •
Canadian •
European
Period:
Historical
Other Period: War - First World War
- Second World War
Media:
Painting •
Photography •
Prints and Drawings
Miscellaneous:
War Art
Human History
Transportation; Bush/Northern flying; Civil and Military aviation
Communications Devices
•
Local History
•
Maps, Charts, Plans or Blueprints
•
Medals
•
Military History and Technology
•
Transportation
: Aviation
Services & Activities
Gift Shop; Tours; Workshops; Aircraft Restoration; Special functions
Research Services
The library and archives are available to the public by appointment only.
Archival Records •
Information Centre •
Library
Other: Duplication of archival photos
Educational Programs
The museum offers programs for all ages with a special focus on the Alberta grade six curriculum - Theory of Flight; also special programs on Space and courses on amateur radio operations.
Classes or Workshops
•
Family Programs
•
Films
•
Lectures
•
School Programs
: Age 0-4 (Pre-School)
: Age 5-11 (k-6)
: Age 12-17 (7-13)(Quebec: Secondary 1-CEGEP)
•
Seniors Programs
Other: Hands-on activities; simulators
Visitor Services
Gift Shop; Washrooms; Picnic Area
Films and Videos
•
Guided Tours
: English
•
Accessible by Public Transportation
•
Children's Activities or Services
: Nursing area or Change Table
•
Meeting Room Rental
•
Parking Facilities
: Free
: Bus
•
Gift shop
•
Special Needs Facilities
: Parking
: Signs
: Washrooms
: Wheelchair access
•
Washrooms
Volunteer Services
Volunteer Services Available •
Volunteer Training Offered
Number of Volunteers: 200
Member Privileges
- 10% in Gift Shop
- Newsletter-4 times a year
- Magazine-4 times a year
- Members Nights-Guest Speakers
Food Services
No in house food services
Picnic Area •
Reception Facilities
Other: Many restaurants within a short driving distance.
Internet Services
General Information •
Collections •
Events •
Education •
Online Giftshop or Bookstore •
Other Internet Services
Other Services
Room and facility rentals; workshops; volunteer programs
Publications and Products
Newsletter - Aero Post News
Quarterly Magazine - Calgary Flypast
Annual Reports •
Brochures •
Educational kits •
Magazines •
Newsletters •
T-Shirts or Sweatshirts or Caps •
Videos
Featured Images
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For © contact Aero Space Museum. All rights reserved.
For © contact Aero Space Museum. All rights reserved.
For © contact Aero Space Museum. All rights reserved.
Map
Location
| Address: |
4629 McCall Way NE Calgary, Alberta T2E 8A5 See Map |
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| Telephone: | 1-403-250-3752 |
| Fax: | 1-403-250-8399 |
| Email Us |
Hours of Operation
Operations:
Year Round
Open: Open from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., seven days a week
Closed:
Christmas Day and New Years Day.
Admission:
Charged
Adults - $7.00; Seniors (60 and over) - $4.50; Students (12 to 17 years or with valid student ID card) - $4.50; Children (6-11) - $3.50; under 5 are free; Family (two adults and 4 children 17 years of age or under) - $18.00
Discounts:
Groups
