Chennault Aviation and Military Museum

Chennault Aviation and Military Museum

Chennault Aviation and Military Museum
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Located in one of the last standing buildings from the World War II Selman Field Army Air Corps Navigation School, the Chennault Aviation & Military Museum highlights northeast Louisiana's impact on aviation and military history. Admission is always free. Exhibits feature weaponry, uniforms, photographs, documents and other artifacts. A growing collection of military aircraft is located outside. All branches of the U.S. military are featured, from World War I through the present day, and there are also exhibits on Selman Field (which trained over 15,000 navigators) and Delta Airlines (which was born in Monroe from a regional crop dusting service). An extensive exhibit is dedicated to the life and times of Gen. Claire L. Chennault (a northeast Louisiana native) and his Flying Tigers fighter group.
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CasperNomad
Nevada, TX15 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Couples
All you need to know about American wars and associated history.
Very well arranged.
If you were in the military, you will have flashbacks.
Our guide Kay is a walking encyclopedia which includes personal stories about individuals in the museum.
A must see stop in Monroe.
Written August 23, 2023
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droddy112
Leesville, LA49 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2020 • Solo
This place is amazing...no way was I expecting this level of history and showmanship from the workers. I went solo but gave me the complete rundown. Then was let loose to explore on my own. I am an avid amateur historian and I could appreciate this museum even though I’m in the Army. Would recommend this to anyone!
Written September 2, 2020
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PhantomB222
Jonesborough, TN467 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2023
Really great museum with such nice people. Roy and Holly were just the greatest hosts. Roy knew his stuff and you can tell he enjoys showing people around. Holly clearly has a passion for the museum and what it stands for. Thank you for a wonderful Harvest Host visit. If you want to really see the museum, give yourself 3 hours. We will be back to learn even more.
Written February 26, 2023
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LeeAnn B
Daytona Beach Shores, FL76 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2021 • Couples
If you are in Monroe and have time, this is a must-see, especially for children to learn how our freedoms have been protected. Historical military artifacts from World War I to recent engagements are primarily arranged with the individual who actually used the items. Excellent exhibit on General Chennault’s life and leadership of the Flying Tigers. We spent 3 hours and could have easily spent longer!
Written January 20, 2021
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Joseph
Jennings, LA3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2019
I knew of the General before going to the museum. I learned more than I could have thought possible. Very informative. Nice layout. The staff was incredibly informative, friendly, and courteous. I highly recommend going there when in the Monroe area.
Written July 17, 2020
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Melodycthomas
Long Island, NY1,491 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2021 • Couples
This is a small but very well designed museum. Displays are neatly organized with story boards that relate the histories of local servicemen and servicewomen as well as exhibits about larger scenarios. Plenty of artifacts are donations from folks who served in the conflicts. This is definitely a must-see museum. See if you can get a tour by Kay. She is full of fascinating stories.
Written November 27, 2021
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Roam17355
West Monore, La1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
I recently visited the Monroe Aviation museum in monroe, La. I was very pleased with the exibits and displays. The overall experiense was wonderful and educational.
Written July 7, 2003
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feverfresh
marietta, ga23 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2014 • Family
My husband is a HUGE aviation fan. He went there because there is a Chennault Air Force base in Illinois. He was hoping to learn more about the man, but that wasn't to be.
Written July 24, 2014
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Cindyingramphotos
66 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2013 • Solo
The Chennault Aviation & Military Museum is a wonderful place to spend a day and read and listen to the history. Most times when I go , I see at least one veteran visiting or several which makes the place much more than just a museum. In the US, there were many soldiers that came through Selman field for training,so the history is here. I watched a group of kids in the Chennault room listening to the granddaughter of General Chennault explain about her grandfather. It is amazing having someone talk about the General that grew up with him. It is worth a side trip after going to see the "Duck Dynasty" attraction s. Who knows you may see one of the Robinson family at the Museum. Uncle Si was there recently in the Vietman room visiting with a group of soldiers . Uncle Si even had his gallon of tea,
Written November 10, 2013
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char1scott
Mobile, AL503 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2020
This was an amazing museum. Chock full of artifacts from veterans of all the military conflicts. Well presented and well told.
Written October 23, 2020
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  • Tue - Sat 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM