Moffett Field Museum

Arts & Entertainment · Mountain View, CA

This museum is a true hidden gem for history buffs, especially those interested in aviation and military history. Reviewers consistently highlight the immersive WWI trench exhibit and the impressive collection of WW2 memorabilia. Plan to spend more time than you expect, as there's a surprising amount to see and explore.

Aviation History
Docent-Led Tours
Good for Children
WW1 & WW2 Memorabilia

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Exhibits documenting the history of aviation & aircraft, plus a gift shop & docent-led tours.

Ratings & Reviews

★ 4.6658 Google reviews

Amara Place★★★★★
Definitely a hidden gem! It’s one building, but stocked full of WW1 and WW2 memorabilia. They had a WWI exhibit that showed what it would’ve been like in the trenches. Lots of old newspaper clippings all the way back to the late 1800s/ early 1900s to the JFK assassination. They have a few small to medium sized planes and helicopters outside with placards describing what they are and were used for. Awesome view of Hangar One.
2 months ago

Ro Co★★★★★
What an awesome experience! I've always wanted to visit the Moffett Field Museum, and even driving onto Moffett Field was an incredible experience. I took my son, and we had an absolute blast. There is so much to see, with countless historical artifacts that tell the story of Moffett Field and its important role in the Bay Area. One of the best parts was meeting people who served in the military and hearing their firsthand stories and experiences. It really brought the history to life. This place is truly amazing, and there's so much history to explore. It's the perfect place to bring an inspired young child who loves NASA, aviation, or the military. It was an unforgettable experience for both of us, and I can't wait to come back again. Highly recommended!
2 months ago

Fran C★★★★★
An unforgettable Deep Dive into Aviation History! Truly a Hidden Gem in the Area! We had a truly fabulous Saturday at the Moffett Field Museum. It's an intimate space, but there is an incredible amount of history and carefully curated discoveries packed into every corner. The highlight of our visit was a full, free tour around the museum with Reggie, who is an absolute treasure. He brought the history of Moffett Field to life through vivid stories, personal anecdotes of his time flying, his squadron, and his deep knowledge of the aircraft. He was funny, interesting, and incredibly engaging, he wasn't just reciting a speech, but genuinely bringing everything to life with questions, anecdotes, and his own memories of how things worked or where he travelled in the world. We even got to climb inside the cockpits of the training simulators and look inside museum aircraft to truly experience life as, for example, an Air Force pilot or technical engineer. The displays were thoughtful and interesting, featuring uniforms, equipment, a video on how the dirigibles and blimps worked, and a really great audio simulation to experience being a sonar operator listening for nuclear submarines. We weren't expecting much when we arrived, and at first, the amount of information can be a little overwhelming. Just take your time and wander, or even better, ask one of the docents or volunteers to show you around for a more immersive experience. Highly recommend! Maybe you'll even be lucky enough to get Reggie's tour!
8 months ago