Children's Museums
Rowland Freedom Center
📍 300 County Airport Rd C4, Vacaville, CA 95688🌐 www.rowlandfreedomcenter.org
🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–4 PM |
About Rowland Freedom Center
Rowland Freedom Center is a children's museum in Vacaville, CA. Houses a 1912 Gonzalez Flyer aircraft, one of the early pioneering aircraft designs from the aviation era. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 113 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Aviation Museum
- Mission
- Honor, education, and patriotism through military history
- Main Attraction
- 1912 Gonzalez Flyer aircraft restoration
- Location
- 300 County Airport Road, Vacaville, CA
💡 Did You Know?
- Houses a 1912 Gonzalez Flyer aircraft, one of the early pioneering aircraft designs from the aviation era
- Contains an artifact from the USS Arizona battleship that was sunk during the Pearl Harbor attack in World War Two
- Offers completely free admission with a donation-based funding model to sustain operations
- Features multiple vintage World War Two military aircraft and vehicles as part of its military history collection
💬 What Visitors Say
- Admission is free with donations accepted - this is a donation-supported museum, so consider contributing to help preserve the exhibits and keep the venue operating
- Staff members are exceptionally welcoming and knowledgeable - don't hesitate to ask questions or mention if you're a veteran, as they show genuine interest in visitors and may offer informal tours of specific exhibitions
- Check the Events page and calendar before visiting as the museum has occasional closure dates. Notable events include the Decades Dance - planning ahead ensures you don't miss programming or find the museum unexpectedly closed
- This small but well-curated museum features rare pieces including a part of the USS Arizona from Pearl Harbor along with vintage WWII aircraft and military vehicles - arrive with time to thoroughly explore the displays as they're densely packed with significant historical artifacts
- The museum is excellent for children ages 8 and up interested in military history and aviation - the 1912 Gonzalez Flyer aircraft and WWII vehicles are particularly engaging for young learners
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