General Carl Spaatz National USAAF Museum — Attraction in Boyertown

This is the most underrated museum in PA. A little known name, General Carl Spaatz, who basically ran the war in Europe behind the big names you always hear, was an amazing person, who grew up in Boyertown, Pa. 45 minute drive from Philadelphia and 1 hour from Harrisburg. This is not just a building filled with memorabilia, this is a very well thought out and laid out museum that tells a story of people, bravery, leadership and determination during WWII that could have changed the war if General Spaatz was not present. The museum is a "Walk Through" an "Interactive Experience" and an "Escape room" Do one, two or all three, they are all great, The flow of the museum is excellent, the displays are Smithsonian level and the people who oversee the museum are amazing. I haven't enjoyed such an experience at a museum ever and I have been to the Smithsonian. Lots of detail here and people who are proud of what they have created and it shows. We will be going back here definitely. If you want to learn about the Pa tie-in to the war, especially Boyertown, or are interested in WWII History and memorabilia, or simply want to learn and appreciate a great collection, this is a must go location. Admission fee is inexpensive and varies by how much you want to do. The length of visit is anywhere from an hour to over several hours depending on what you want to see and do also the crowds are lite. (At least when we went) Again a great way to spend the day, educational, I know, that bad word, but really fun and entertaining so thats a good thing. You really need to...

Yesterday's last Museum Visit...

After finishing our 2+ hour visit at the Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles and walking back to the SUV, I spotted a sign on a building a block or 2 away.

Yesterday's last Museum Visit.

Drove over instead of driving back to the Lancaster area and began another 1-2 hour guided tour.

This Tour was dedicated to the General when at the age of 16 he was called home from a Seminary School at the age of 16 in the wake of the Rhoads Opera House Fire of January 13th, 1908.

It follows the young man from assuming duties to continue the publication of his Father's Boyertown Demokrat Newspaper to his bumpy ride through West Point, service during WW 1, WW 2 through the ranks as an Officer, starting as a 1st Lieutenant to the rank of a 4 Star General.

He was witness at the Treaty Signings of the 3 Axis Nations, Germany, Italy and Japan as the only 4 Star General.

He was also the only 4 Star General of the U.S.A.A.F. and the U.S.A.F. when he was asked to be the first Chief of Staff by President Truman.

The period displays and tributes to the Branches of Armed Services of the Era were informational as well as heart warming regarding dedication of this man, his peers and contemporaries...

It is worth the visit and continues to show how important that our history needs to be recorded and presented to us and generation's to follow.

It should be noted that this museum in it's present location is only 3 year's old and should be...

My family and I visited the museum on 8/23/2025. We found it both informative and engaging. The staff was very knowledgeable and the array of artifacts in the exhibit was vast, showing materials from the military and homefront as well. We thoroughly enjoyed the immersive experience of preparing for battle and the related escape rooms. The kids loved taking the jeep for a "ride". We look forward to returning when the flight simulator is completed. We tested our knowledge on the way home with a question and answer trivia game about things we learned. I was surprised by how much information we gleaned from this experience. The museum is a must see for those interested in the...