MASCOUTAH AEROSPACE MUSEUM

MASCOUTAH, IL

Cahokia Mounds from Interstate Highway 55, Collinsville, IL Built between 1050 and 1350 AD, these mounds are the last remnants of the city of Cahokia, the largest pre-Columbian settlement in North America, and the center of the Mississippian Culture, which was located along the Mississippi River in the vicinity of modern-day St. Louis, Missouri. The mounds vary in size, with the largest mound, Monks Mound, stands 100 feet tall, with other mounds and archaeological sites covering an area of 2,200 acres (890 hectares), which cover much of the ancient city. The city was abandoned before European contact, though evidence suggests that its influence stretched throughout the Mississippi River, Ohio River, Tennessee River, and Missouri River basins. The mounds became the center of a state park in 1923, to prevent encroachment from the expanding suburbs east of St. Louis. The mounds were designated a National Historic Landmark in 1964, and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1966. In 1982, the Cahokia Mounds were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Cahokia Mounds from Interstate Highway 55, Collinsville, IL Credit: w_lemay

Mascoutah Aerospace Museum in Mascoutah, Illinois is a museum dedicated to the history of aviation and space exploration. The museum features multiple interactive displays and exhibits of aircraft, spacecraft, and other aviation memorabilia. The museum is home to over 35 aircraft, including a Boeing 727, a KC-135 Stratotanker, and a Lockheed T-33A. There are also multiple exhibits of space exploration, including the Apollo 11 Command Module and a replica of the International Space Station.

The museum also houses a library dedicated to the history of aeronautics, aviation, and space exploration. Visitors can view archival documents, books, photographs, and artifacts detailing the history of flight. There are also hands-on activities for children such as a flight simulator and a model rocket building area.

The museum also offers educational programs for schools, scout troops, and other youth organizations. Visitors can participate in guided tours, special presentations, and interactive activities. The museum also hosts a variety of events throughout the year, such as a bi-annual air show and aircraft fly-in. The museum also organizes field trips and other educational opportunities.

The museum is open six days a week, from 10am to 5pm, closed on Mondays. Admission prices vary depending on age, but there is a discounted rate for groups of 10 or more. The museum is located near Scott Air Force Base, allowing visitors to explore the history of aviation and space exploration.

MASCOUTAH AEROSPACE MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in MASCOUTAH IL. US MID #8401700835

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

Cahokia Mounds from Interstate Highway 55, Collinsville, IL Built between 1050 and 1350 AD, these mounds are the last remnants of the city of Cahokia, the largest pre-Columbian settlement in North America, and the center of the Mississippian Culture, which was located along the Mississippi River in the vicinity of modern-day St. Louis, Missouri. The mounds vary in size, with the largest mound, Monks Mound, stands 100 feet tall, with other mounds and archaeological sites covering an area of 2,200 acres (890 hectares), which cover much of the ancient city. The city was abandoned before European contact, though evidence suggests that its influence stretched throughout the Mississippi River, Ohio River, Tennessee River, and Missouri River basins. The mounds became the center of a state park in 1923, to prevent encroachment from the expanding suburbs east of St. Louis. The mounds were designated a National Historic Landmark in 1964, and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1966. In 1982, the Cahokia Mounds were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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St. Louis Skyline from Interstate Highway 55, East St. Louis, IL
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MASCOUTAH AEROSPACE MUSEUM
1313 W MAIN ST
MASCOUTAH
IL
62258-1065

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MASCOUTAH AEROSPACE MUSEUM Information

MID # 8401700835
Name MASCOUTAH AEROSPACE MUSEUM
Alternate Name
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 364159545
NTEECC A50
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 1
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 38.493327, -89.818081
CODES FIPS State Code: 17
FIPS County Code: 163
US Census Tract: 504303
US Census Block: 3021