October 19, 2022

WINGS OVER THE ROCKIES AIR & SPACE MUSEUM

7711 E Academy Blvd, Denver, CO 80230

“The Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum is located on the former Lowry Air Force Base in Denver, Colorado, United States. The museum preserves the history of Lowry AFB's operations from 1938 to 1994 in its collections, archives, and research library.” -  Wikipedia

When I was planning my destinations in Denver, this museum was not on my radar.  But then I was given a 5-site City Pass with Wings Over the Rockies as one of my choices; it fit into my schedule, so I decided to check it out. 

The museum’s collection is housed in one large hangar on the former Air Force Base.  There were aircraft and land vehicles of all shapes and sizes and included some non-military craft as well.  Each exhibit had an informational sign giving facts and anecdotal snippets, which I enjoyed reading.  There were planes designed, built, and tested in Colorado.  Some were successful, others were not.  There were other exhibits around the hangar such as the Colorado Aviation Hall of Fame, Aviation Uniforms, Model Airplanes, and a room dedicated to the Colorado Air National Guard.

I have been to other air and space museums around the country.  Many have been so big that I lose interest, but I thought this museum was the right size and was a delightful stop.