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Red-Tail P-51D Mustang In Flight Exhibit Photo: NPS Photo

Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site

National Historic Site · Alabama

Before the first African American military pilots became known as the "Red Tails" they wore striped tails as they began their flight training in the Army's PT-17 Stearman bi-plane.

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  • LocationTuskegee, AL
  • Entrance No fee listed
  • HoursToday: 9:00AM - 4:30PM
  • Weather now85°F Sunny
  • Alerts No active alerts

Their flying adventure started at Moton Field, in Tuskegee, Alabama, where the Army Air Corps conducted a military test to determine if African Americans could be trained to fly combat aircraft.

Topics
  • African American Heritage
  • Aviation
  • Civil Rights
  • Social Movements
  • Wars and Conflicts
  • World War II
A World War II flight simulator and PT-17 bi-wing training plane
Take a "Walk Back In Time" in Hangar #1 to see the faces and visit the places where cadets trained as America's first African-American military pilots and support crews. — NPS Photo

Things to Do

3 experiences from the National Park Service, plus every activity offered in the park. Check details on NPS.gov before you go.

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Visitor Centers

  • Hanger buildg at Tuskeegee Airman

    Tuskegee Airmen NHS Visitor Center

    Visitor Center

    The Hangar #1 Museum houses the Visitor Center and is open Monday-Saturday. Step inside the Orientation Room and be taken back to the 1940s through a re-creation of some…

    1616 Chappie James Ave, Tuskegee, AL (334) 727-1247 Directions

    Details
    The Hangar #1 Museum houses the Visitor Center and is open Monday-Saturday. Step inside the Orientation Room and be taken back to the 1940s through a re-creation of some of the sights and sounds of Moton Field. A 4-minute video that introduces the visitor to the Tuskegee Airmen. Here visitors can pick up a copy of the Park brochure and other printed materials including a JR. Ranger booklet.

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Hours

Today: 9:00AM - 4:30PM · Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site

Hours details
  • Tuskegee Airmen National Historic SiteToday: 9:00AM - 4:30PM

    The park is open Monday-Saturday 9:00 am - 4:30 pm CST. The park is closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.

    Monday9:00AM - 4:30PM
    Tuesday9:00AM - 4:30PM
    Wednesday9:00AM - 4:30PM
    Thursday9:00AM - 4:30PM
    Friday9:00AM - 4:30PM
    Saturday9:00AM - 4:30PM
    SundayClosed

Entrance fees

No entrance fees listed.

Address

1616 Chappie James Ave.
Tuskegee, AL 36083

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Weather & conditions

85°F
Sunny · feels like 85°
  • Today 86° 64°
    Sunny
    4% rain
  • Tomorrow 87° 64°
    Sunny
    4% rain
  • Thursday 86° 65°
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    4% rain

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What to expect by season

The weather in Tuskegee is generally sunny, averaging around 218 sunny days annually. Average rainfall is 52 inches a year, with an average snowfall of 0 inches. The high temperature in July is around 92 degrees, and average low in January is around 42 degrees.

Photos

  • Female Mechanic works on military aircraft
    Many are amazed to learn of the vital role women played as part of the Tuskee "Airmen" Experience. — Air Force Historical Research Agency
  • Small Yellow training plane used in the Civilian Pilot Training Prograj - J3 Piper Cub
  • Two airplane hangars - Hangar #1 in foreground and Hangar #2 in background at Moton Field.

Getting There

1616 Chappie James Ave.
Tuskegee, AL 36083

To reach Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site... From Atlanta, GA - Take I-85S towards Montgomery, AL for approximately 127 miles to Exit 38.

Full directions

Turn left at the stop sign and travel 1/2 mile and turn left on Chappie James Ave. Follow the signs to the Parking Area on left. Follow the path downhill to the Historic Site. From Montgomery, AL - Take I-85N towards Atlanta, GA for approximately 36 miles to Exit 38. Turn right at the stop sign and travel 1/2 mile and turn left on Chappie James Ave.

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Mailing address: 1616 Chappie James Ave., Tuskegee, AL 36083

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