MARCH FIELD AIR MUSEUM

MARCH ARB, CA

Perris / Perris Theater (# 0018) Opened in 1946, designed in an art-deco style but apparently modified at various times. It’s now owned by the city for its historical value to downtown, but closed due to structural problems.

Pictures in the below links show the theater as once having a marquee around the base of the tall sign.

Two sources:
<a href="https://www.cityofperris.org/our-city/activities/perris-city-compass/perris-theater" rel="noreferrer nofollow">www.cityofperris.org/our-city/activities/perris-city-comp...</a>
<a href="https://cinematreasures.org/theaters/2413" rel="noreferrer nofollow">cinematreasures.org/theaters/2413</a> — Perris / Perris Theater (# 0018) Credit: DB's travels

March Field Air Museum is a non-profit organization located in March ARB, California. The museum was established in 1979 and is dedicated to preserving the history of aviation and showcasing the contributions of March Field to the development of aviation. The museum features over 70 aircraft, ranging from early military planes to modern fighter jets. Among the planes on display are the B-17 Flying Fortress, the B-29 Superfortress, and the F-4 Phantom II.

In addition to the aircraft, the museum also features exhibits on the history of aviation, including the early days of flight, the role of aviation in World War II, and the development of space exploration. There are also displays on the Tuskegee Airmen, the first African American pilots in the United States military, and the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs), who flew non-combat missions during World War II.

The museum is open to the public seven days a week and offers educational programs for school groups and other organizations. It is staffed by a team of volunteers who are passionate about aviation and committed to preserving the history of March Field. Whether you are a history buff or just looking for a fun and educational outing, March Field Air Museum is a must-see destination for aviation enthusiasts of all ages.

MARCH FIELD AIR MUSEUM is a History Museum in MARCH ARB CA. US MID #8400602705

The museum is classed as HST (History Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 675,629 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

Perris / SoCal Rail Museum UP 2564 (# 0007) Originally built in 1921 for a Union Pacific subsidiary and traded UP subsidiary “Oregon Short Line” in 1923 where it was used until 1955. Retired in 1959 and wound up at this museum in 1997. See:
<a href="https://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WMJJH1_Union_Pacific_Steam_Engine_2564" rel="noreferrer nofollow">www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WMJJH1_Union_Pacific_Steam_En...</a>

The day I visited the museum there was almost no one there, which made it easier to explore the grounds but I didn’t get into any of the car barns. Pictures from visiting those at a previous time are with the tag to Southern California Railway Museum.

KC-10A Extender Conceptualized as the next generation of aerial tankers the KC-l0 combined the tasks of a tanker and cargo aircraft. Carrying more than 356,000 pounds of fuel - twice as much as the KC-135 Stratotanker – 75 personnel, and 170,000 pounds of cargo, the KC-10 could transport entire units of support personnel while re-fueling their deploying fighters enroute. The KC-10 could also be used to transport litter and ambulatory patients using patient support pallets during aeromedical evacuations.

Unlike previous re-fuelers, the KC-10's boom operator controls refueling operations through a digital, fly-by wire system. Sitting in the rear of the aircraft, the operator can see the receiver aircraft through a wide window. During boom refueling operations, fuel is transferred to the receiver at a maximum rate of 1,100 gallons per minute.

The KC-10 fleet was used extensively during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1991, Operation Allied Force in 1999 and during the War on Terror following the September 11, 2001, attack.

The museum’s KC-10 Extender tail number 84-0185 was built in Long Beach California and delivered to the United Sates Air Force, March AFB in September 1984 with subsequent assignments to Travis AFB. It was flown to March Field Air Museum in 2023 for permanent display. It remains on loan from the NMUSAF.

Source: <a href="https://www.marchfield.org/aircraft/cargo/kc-10a-extender-boeing/" rel="noreferrer nofollow">www.marchfield.org/aircraft/cargo/kc-10a-extender-boeing/</a>

Palms at a shopping area in Eastvale, California.

San Bernadino Station Amtrak 3 Southwest Chief running 3-4+ hours late.

Contact MARCH FIELD AIR MUSEUM

MARCH FIELD MUSEUM FOUNDATION INC
PO BOX 6463
MARCH ARB
CA
92518-0394

Disclaimer: please note this database is maintained by volunteers and whilst we endeavour to do our best, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the listing.

If you notice any errors or omissions in the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

< BIG SANTA ANITA CANYON HISTORICAL SOCIETY SOUTH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY >

Find more MARCH ARB CA Museums

What 3 Words

///slumped.ticking.lunged. Near March Air Force Base, California

Nearby Museums

MARCH FIELD MUSEUM FOUNDATION INC MARCH FIELD MUSEUM

Map of MARCH FIELD MUSEUM FOUNDATION INC

MARCH FIELD AIR MUSEUM Information

MID #	8400602705
Name	MARCH FIELD MUSEUM FOUNDATION INC
Alternate Name	MARCH FIELD AIR MUSEUM
Classification	History Museums, , Western
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)	953539447
NTEECC	A54
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)	201212
INCOME	753,813
REVENUE	675,629
LAT/LONG	33.887895, -117.277467
CODES	FIPS State Code: 06 FIPS County Code: 065 US Census Tract: 046700 US Census Block: 1059