SILENT WINGS MUSEUM

LUBBOCK, TX

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Silent Wings Museum, located in Lubbock, Texas, is a museum dedicated to the history of gliders and the role they played in World War II. The museum is housed in the original Lubbock airport terminal building, which was built in 1942 and served as a training facility for glider pilots during the war.

The museum features a variety of exhibits that showcase the history and technology of gliders, as well as the bravery and dedication of the men who flew them. Visitors can explore displays of vintage gliders, engines, and other equipment, as well as learn about the training and tactics used by glider pilots during the war.

One of the highlights of the museum is a full-scale replica of a Waco CG-4A glider, the primary glider used by the U.S. Army during World War II. Visitors can climb inside the glider and experience what it was like to fly one of these remarkable aircraft.

In addition to its exhibits, the Silent Wings Museum also hosts a variety of events and educational programs throughout the year, including lectures, film screenings, and special exhibits. Whether you are a history buff, an aviation enthusiast, or simply interested in learning more about this fascinating chapter of World War II history, the Silent Wings Museum is a must-visit destination in Lubbock, Texas.

SILENT WINGS MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in LUBBOCK TX. US MID #8404801832

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

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SILENT WINGS MUSEUM
6202 N. I 27
LUBBOCK
TX
79403

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SILENT WINGS MUSEUM Information

MID # 8404801832
Name SILENT WINGS MUSEUM
Alternate Name
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 756000590
NTEECC A57
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 33.650484, -101.835785
CODES FIPS State Code: 48
FIPS County Code: 303
US Census Tract: 980000
US Census Block: 1028