Over 70 aircraft and spacecraft exhibits
The Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden City showcases over 70 aircraft and spacecraft spanning aviation history, from Charles Lindbergh's Curtiss Jenny to the Apollo Lunar Module, organized across eight chronological galleries on the grounds of the former Mitchel Air Force Base.
Indoor · Rainy-day pick · Quiet-friendly · Ages 2+; pricing varies by age
The museum can be quieter on weekdays, which works well if you prefer a less crowded visit.
An IMAX theater and planetarium are on-site; combo tickets bundle museum and planetarium admission.