Upcoming Events

1-Day Barnstormer Camp

Aviation Museum 500 NE Captain MIchael King Smith Way, McMinnville, OR, United States

Join the Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum as we explore Bessie Coleman’s pioneering journey to become the first Black woman and first Native American descendent to earn a pilot’s license. Coleman’s inspiring life story, related through a live theatrical performance by her great-niece Gigi Coleman, encourages individuals to achieve their dreams. Come along with us...

Holidays at the Hangar 2023

Aviation Museum 500 NE Captain MIchael King Smith Way, McMinnville, OR, United States

Join Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum for their annual Holidays at the Hangar Event from December 15 - 30, from 4:30 - 8pm daily. (*Closed Christmas Eve & Christmas Day) Details Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum is excited to bring back our annual Holidays at the Hangar event, from December 15 -30 in the Evergreen...

de Havilland Venom Exhibit Reveal featuring the USAF Band Brass Quintet

Aviation Museum 500 NE Captain MIchael King Smith Way, McMinnville, OR, United States

Join Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum for a reveal of our newest exhibit, the De Havilland DH112 Venom. The plane will be located on the far-side of the Aviation museum, near Vietnam aircraft and will be celebrated at 1:30 pm. The Air Force Brass Quintet band will be following the reveal with a performance at...

Unleashing the Venom – Museum Members Only

Aviation Museum 500 NE Captain MIchael King Smith Way, McMinnville, OR, United States

Join us for the unveiling of the Museum’s newest aircraft, the de Havilland DH 112 Venom. Enjoy complimentary beverages and hors d’oeuvres and be the first to see our new exhibit. This event is for Museum Member's only and names will be verified upon RSVP. If you would like to attend but are not a...

Storytellers Series: The Submarine Hunters – Protecting the U.S.

Aviation Museum 500 NE Captain MIchael King Smith Way, McMinnville, OR, United States

Presenter: John Bronson Descriptions & illustrations of the museum’s sole exhibit on Maritime Air Patrol / Anti-Submarine Warfare aircraft is highlighted.  Specifically described are the development of the defenses against submarines around North America. The application of anti-submarine warfare aircraft is illustrated and described. Location: Aviation Room 201 Cost: Included with Admission

Storytellers Series: Vietnam War Aircraft – How They Were Used Part I

Aviation Museum 500 NE Captain MIchael King Smith Way, McMinnville, OR, United States

Presenter: John Bronson Descriptions & illustrations of what led to the Vietnam War, what the US was attempting to accomplish with its aircraft, illustration of the types of missions assigned to tactical aircraft, and which of the Museum aircraft accomplished each mission. Four mission types are described and illustrated in some detail: Forward Air Control (FAC),...

Unveiling the F-84 Cockpit & Celebrating Veteran Denny Smith

Aviation Museum 500 NE Captain MIchael King Smith Way, McMinnville, OR, United States

On July 1, 2023, Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum is unveiling the cockpit viewing stairs of the Republic F-84F Thunderstreak aircraft to commemorate the service of Denny Smith, veteran, and former Oregon Congressman. The viewing stairs are rarely relocated, making viewing this cockpit a special occurrence. The ribbon cutting will take place at 1 pm,...

Storytellers Series: Century Series Fighters – America’s Need for Speed

Aviation Museum 500 NE Captain MIchael King Smith Way, McMinnville, OR, United States

Descriptions & illustrations of the museum’s collection of American jet aircraft is highlighted, specifically the Century Series Fighters: F-100 through F-106 including the design changes to achieve supersonic flight.

Storytellers Series: The Terrible Teens – The Newer Fighters

Aviation Museum 500 NE Captain MIchael King Smith Way, McMinnville, OR, United States

Descriptions & illustrations of the Museum’s collection of the newer US fighter aircraft. Specifically described are topics that led to the development of the Teen Series as a result of the Vietnam experience.

Storytellers Series: The Air Defense Fighters – Protecting U.S.

Aviation Museum 500 NE Captain MIchael King Smith Way, McMinnville, OR, United States

Presenter: John Bronson Descriptions & illustrations of the Museum’s collection of American jet interceptor aircraft, is highlighted. Specifically described are the Fighters: F-94, F-89, F-102, F-101, F-104, and F-106, including the system equipment specifically installed for the Air Defense mission. How these aircraft are used, including where they were stationed is covered. Other elements of...

Event Series Open Late for Holidays

Open Late for Holidays

Aviation Museum 500 NE Captain MIchael King Smith Way, McMinnville, OR, United States

Just for the Holidays, Evergreen Aviation Museum will be open for extended hours from Dec. 26th thru Dec. 29th. We will remain open until 6 PM so guests can enjoy our festive holiday decor and lighting. Come enjoy the magic of the season!