Liberty Aviation Museum
Liberty Aviation Museum
4.5
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
The Liberty Aviation Museum is a newer "working" museum that opened in July of 2012 at the Erie-Ottawa International Airport (PCW Carl Keller Field) in Port Clinton, Ohio. Within the museum, we have our WWII B-25 Mitchell"Georgie's Gal", 1928 Ford Tri-Motor, WWII PBY-6A Catalina, WWII Stearman PT-17, WWII TBM Avenger, 1929 Tri-Motor restoration, 1947 Goodyear Blimp Bus, classic cars, vintage fire trucks, WWII American & German vehicles, Sherman Tank, & 2 WWII PT boats, one currently under restoration. We have many items that are on rotating display that may not always been on display throughout the year during your visit. Please contact us if you are interested in viewing a specific item. On permanent display within our galleries is the WWII uniform of actor Clark Gable, the original & prop collection from the show Hogan's Heroes, Alan Alda's robe from Mash & more! Please visit our website for more information & to learn about airplane rides & other special events throughout the !
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Little Homeschool Blessings
447 contributions
Sep 2021
We can visit the three rooms of the museum; watch a movie about the gentleman that flew his plane to transport people, children, and supplies early on the islands; visit the hanger where work is being done on several planes;, and watch planes come in and go out. The museum also has a restaurant the Tin Goose Diner that you can pick up something to eat.
It was interesting. We'd have given it a higher rating, but it was very expensive for the size.
It was interesting. We'd have given it a higher rating, but it was very expensive for the size.
Written December 30, 2021
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Ryan Dunn
2 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Very cool place. Have a number of aircraft and aviation-related artifacts and historical items. Some of these relate to the history of aviation in the Lake Erie islands. They also have many other exhibits and items not explicitly related to aviation, mostly related to military and prior wars. E.g., vehicles from WWII, costumes from "Hogan's Heroes," a genuine PT boat in the process of restoration. Note: there's a second PT boat in the parking lot waiting it's turn. Interesting. Many models and dioramas as well. Not every exhibit is labeled or described, but most are. In the back hangar there are several restoration projects ongoing, and some that appear to be waiting restoration. This is clearly a working museum and a labor of love. Overall, a very interesting way to spend an afternoon.
Written August 12, 2023
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papergurl444
Youngstown, OH7 contributions
Sep 2024 • Couples
It's a good thing I picked up a magazine at a rest stop and scrolled through to find this amazing place. As many times as we have visited Port Clinton, we never knew about the aviation museum. There are items here you won't see anywhere else. It's a must see. As a bonus, very friendly volunteers are on site to answer any questions and provide more insight as to what you are looking at. Recommend for anyone who happens to be in the area. It won't disappoint.
Written September 6, 2024
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sharronc413
Findlay, OH298 contributions
Dec 2020 • Family
This is thought of as a summer attraction but it is great get away for young children for about one hour to look at the planes and cars
There are actual planes taking off and we loved the gift shop and the diner the staff is great. Very knowledgeable. It is sparkling clean
We enjoyed it very much
There are actual planes taking off and we loved the gift shop and the diner the staff is great. Very knowledgeable. It is sparkling clean
We enjoyed it very much
Written December 5, 2020
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teacherman71
Oregon, OH30 contributions
Apr 2022 • Family
Great place to visit. Many working vintage airplanes on site. Staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. We were able to look inside the bomb bay of a world war 2 fighter. They have several restorations in progress, and did a nice job explaining the work to us. The Tin Goose Diner has really good food at a reasonable price. My daughter and I had a blast!
Written April 2, 2022
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Ohio Traveller
Westerville, OH398 contributions
Aug 2022
This is such an interesting place! There are 2 buildings, one with mostly well organized displays and one with workshops where restoration is happening. There are also several random items (like the robe worn on Mash, the baseball uniform from Major League, Clark Gabel's discharge papers from World War II, and items from the Titanic.) We're so glad we decided to stop. Hopefully next time the Tin Goose Diner will be open (it was closed this year because of labor shortages).
Written August 19, 2022
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barb t
Hartville, OH287 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
An Aviation Museum in little Port Clinton? Really? Yes Really and it is a gem. It is not huge but it is full of interesting things. From planes to old firetrucks, to items from shipwrecks. If you love to pick up good books on where you are visiting like I do, they have loads of them.
Something we did not know about is the Tin Goose Diner, right there attached to the museum, a 1950's diner and the food is delicious. Make this a "go to" place when you are in the area, perfect for all ages from little ones to grandparents.
Something we did not know about is the Tin Goose Diner, right there attached to the museum, a 1950's diner and the food is delicious. Make this a "go to" place when you are in the area, perfect for all ages from little ones to grandparents.
Written September 8, 2023
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Candyps
Atlanta, GA63 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
This is a really nice aviation museum. So much to see and the people are super great! Jennifer at the desk knows everything you need to know about the museum. We got to visit with several boat and aviation restoration experts. Thanks!!
Written September 29, 2022
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Kenton M
Mentor, OH47 contributions
Jul 2022
Very large collection of military items - especially WWII. Most prominent item B25 bomber fully restored and operational. Also some classic cars. All clean and neat and good signage to identify. Somewhat odd video in 1st area depicting flights to PIB. Dont miss the back building which has most of the military stuff and items they are working to restore including a PT boat. Food ok in connected diner.
Written July 9, 2022
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Melissa R
Grand Rapids, MI412 contributions
May 2021 • Family
A diverse collection of Ford Tri-Motor, war equipment, autos, Hollywood memorabilia and more. There is so much to see in this place! Many restoration projects in the works including a boat and plane! Allow enough time to see all the buildings and peruse the gift shop.
Stop at the Tin Goose Diner for dessert and watch planes take off and land. A great afternoon of fun. Perfect for all ages and interest levels.
Stop at the Tin Goose Diner for dessert and watch planes take off and land. A great afternoon of fun. Perfect for all ages and interest levels.
Written May 13, 2021
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I read from one of the reviews that the tour takes about 2 hrs. Is that 2 hrs of walking or are there electric chairs or something available for those of us that can't walk that far or long? Thank you for your answer as this will determine whether we can make it.
Written August 26, 2016
Hello, the Liberty Aviation Museum does have 3 wheelchairs that can be used during your visit. We do have chairs throughout the facility and depending on your interest level will determine how long your self guided tour will take. We do have volunteers and staff usually roaming throughout the buildings that can answer questions you may have. If you have any other questions, please don't hesitate to contact the Liberty Aviation Museum at (419)732-0234.
Written September 15, 2016
I read from one of the reviews that the tour takes about 2 hrs. Is that 2 hrs of walking or are there electric chairs or something available for those of us that can't walk that far or long? Thank you for your answer as this will determine whether we can make it.
Written August 26, 2016
Hello, the Liberty Aviation Museum does have 3 wheelchairs that can be used during your visit. We do have chairs throughout the facility and depending on your interest level will determine how long your self guided tour will take. We do have volunteers and staff usually roaming throughout the buildings that can answer questions you may have. If you have any other questions, please don't hesitate to contact the Liberty Aviation Museum at (419)732-0234. The museum has 2 separate hangars so you will have to exit from hangar #1 to tour hangar #2. It is a short walk to hangar #2 or you can drive over and park near the door of the second hangar entrance.
Written September 15, 2016
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