Children's Museums

DeLand Naval Air Station Museum

Name: DeLand Naval Air Station Museum
Address: 910 Biscayne Blvd, DeLand, FL 32724, DeLand, FL, US
Telephone: (386) 738-4149
Rating: 4.7

★★★★☆ 4.7 (145 reviews)

📍 910 Biscayne Blvd, DeLand, FL 32724

📞 (386) 738-4149

🌐 www.delandnavalairmuseum.org

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🕐 Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	8 AM–12 PM
Thursday	Closed
Friday	Closed
Saturday	8 AM–12 PM
Sunday	Closed

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About DeLand Naval Air Station Museum

Museum on a former military airfield. Museum with a collection of military artifacts, housed in the former Master of Arms Residence. The museum is housed in the former Master of Arms Residence at a decommissioned Naval Air Station, preserving military history in its original location. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 145 visitors.

Quick Facts

💡 Did You Know?

🏛️The museum is housed in the former Master of Arms Residence at a decommissioned Naval Air Station, preserving military history in its original location
⭐The museum features a Vietnam-era PT boat, one of the last remaining examples of this historically significant vessel class
⭐The museum operates entirely on volunteer staff with no admission fee, relying on donations and a gift shop for sustainability
⭐ERAU (Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University) students actively work on F-14 jet restoration projects at the museum, providing hands-on educational experiences
⭐The museum features restoration projects including a TBF bomber and allows visitors close, personal interaction with exhibits rather than viewing them behind glass

💬 What Visitors Say

🕐Plan your visit for Wednesday or Saturday mornings (8 AM-12 PM), as this all-volunteer museum has limited hours. These are the only times to access the exhibits.
💡Engage with the volunteer staff and students from ERAU working on aircraft restoration projects—they are highly knowledgeable and enthusiastic about explaining the exhibits and answering questions. This interactive experience is what sets the museum apart.
💬Admission is completely free with optional donations. Don't miss the gift shop for unique souvenirs, and consider making a donation to support the all-volunteer operation.
💡Bring children ages 8+—the museum offers hands-on, up-close experiences with historical aircraft and vessels (including a Vietnam PT boat and TBF bomber restoration) that are engaging for kids rather than just behind-glass displays.
💡Request a guided tour upon arrival—staff members like Jill provide personalized walkthroughs of exhibits and restoration projects, significantly enhancing the educational experience and storytelling.