Deserves more visits.
I stopped here a few years ago, and they have even more stuff now.
Earlier last month, Wonderhussy came to Boron, and this museum was closed (when she visited the Borax & team museum (not toward a weekend)). And the sole docent hear about this (which I confirmed), and also noted she knows about the new EAFB century series museum outside the West gate. I'd say this (the Saxon Museum/Boron Aero Museum has some competitive advantages).
I swung by to briefly get some cards for an SR-71 friend and also send some to the Nat. Air and Space Museum friends) to eep them aware of what's happening on the West Coast.
They are going to do a 70th retrospective on the B-52 BUFFs next year (2025).
They need help, as well as stuff, to be open more days...
Read moreStopped here because I was in the area. Saw the aircraft outside on Google maps and went for a few pics. Went inside and this place is packed with awesome things. Models, art, information, aircraft parts, engines, fuselages, flight simulators, just so much history and technology all in one place. Allison (I hope I remembered correctly) was very welcoming and friendly and it's clear she is knowledgeable and passionate about the displays.
Entrance was free, which is always nice, and this place depends on donations and merch sales to keep it running so definitely bring a few bucks for some of the really cool things you can buy there, and leave a...
Read moreThe museum in Boron is a small collection of artifacts concerning the Edwards Air Force Base (formerly Modoc) and events and people there. It is Free. It is a quick stop, It has some unique and interesting tidbits of information, if you are into aerospace history. It is funded only by donations, so with a location like Boron, it is very underfunded. The volunteers inside can also give you lots of local history, and rip your ears off with local politics. For me, I will check in every couple of years to see what new has happened. It is a good stretch of the legs between Las Vegas and all...
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