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Air Zoo

Air Zoo is a science & technology museum & planetarium in Portage, Michigan. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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About this museum

What is Air Zoo?

The Air Zoo, founded as the Kalamazoo Aviation History Museum, is an aviation museum and indoor amusement park next to the Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport in Portage, Michigan. The Air Zoo holds many historical and rare aircraft, including the world's fastest air-breathing aircraft, the SR-71B Blackbird. Many of its antique planes are airworthy. Among its other attractions are a 180-degree theater that projects a simulation of a B-17 bombing mission during World War II; and various amusement rides, including flight simulators of a rocket trip to Mars, a U.S. Navy F/A-18 Hornet, a stunt biplane, a hot air balloon, a U.S. Navy F-14A Tomcat that served aboard USS America, and more. Air Zoo is a Smithsonian Affiliate.

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The record

Museum details

Name
Air Zoo
Type
Science & Technology Museum & Planetarium
City
Portage
State
Michigan
Website
http://www.airzoo.org
IMLS Museum ID
8409500236
Coordinates
42.23010, -85.55738
What kind of museum is Air Zoo?

Air Zoo is classified as a science & technology museum & planetarium in the IMLS Museum Data Files. Browse more science & technology museum & planetariums →

Where is Air Zoo located?

Air Zoo is located in Portage, Michigan at approximately 42.23010, -85.55738. See the map above.

Does Air Zoo have a website?

Yes — the IMLS record lists http://www.airzoo.org. Hours and admission can change, so check the official site before you visit.

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