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Prarie Aviation Museum


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Prarie Aviation Museum Highlights the History of Aviation from the Wright Brothers to Illinois Astronauts. View or take a ride in the restored legendary DC-3 that has assumed a place of honor as one of only seven aircraft listed on the National Register of Historic Places.


Admission: Adults: $4; Children 6-11: $2; 5 and under and members: FREE.
Hours: Tues - Sat 11AM - 4PM. Sun 12 noon - 4 PM. Closed Monday and major holidays.
Address: 2929 East Empire
Phone: 309-663-7632
Our Website:www.prairieaviationmuseum.org

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