Glenn H Curtiss Museum Admission Ticket

Overview

The Glenn H. Curtiss Museum, bearing the name of Hammondsport's favorite son, is located on State Route 54, one half mile south of the village of Hammondsport, New York. Dedicated to the memory of pioneer aviator, Glenn Curtiss, the museum contains a priceless collection relating to early aviation and local history. The museum also features a 75-seat theater, large open area for special events and a museum store. In addition to seeing the museum displays and exhibits, visitors are welcome to visit the Restoration Shop, talk with volunteer craftsman and watch them work on historic aircraft.

City: Rochester

Wed 25 Dec

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Wed 25 Dec

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What's Included

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Hammondsport
8419 State Route 54

This ticket must be exchanged for a direct entry ticket at the starting point of the attraction.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Children 6 and under are free
Free on-site parking is available

What To Expect

Glenn H. Curtiss Museum

Glenn Curtiss began his career as a builder of bicycles and then, motorcycles. In 1907 he became the "fastest man on earth" when he attained a speed of 136.4 MPH on his V8 powered motorcycle. An exact reproduction of this bike is one of several Curtiss motorcycles that are on display. On July 4th, 1908, Curtiss gained notoriety of a different kind when he flew his flying machine, named the "June Bug", a distance of over 5000 feet to win the Scientific American Trophy. This was the first pre-announced, public flight in America - a feat that earned him pilot's license # 1. A full-sized reproduction of the "June Bug" is one of several historic aircraft on display. In addition to motorcycles and aircraft, visitors will also see antique tools, toys, boats, and much more. There's something here for everyone!

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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GailandGary

Oct 2020

A great and very educational museum and a wonderful display of that period of time, well laid out. Thanks for the videos along the way. My husband really loved seeing this place for the first time, he was very impressed. My only suggestion would be to have a few more small benches throughout the displays for us older folks to rest our backs, this museum takes a chunk of time if you really want to see and enjoy all the materials to educate yourself.

CCH1223

Sep 2020

An very interesting museum which had displays that depicted the life of Glenn Curtiss. My husband is retired USAF and AA pilot, so, of course the planes were his first interest. There were also motorcycles, cars, articles from the Curtiss home, toys and other items....something for everyone!

Response from Host

Oct 2020

Thanks for visiting!

Alan C

Sep 2020

I am a former Naval Aviator, and yet I had forgotten how instrumental Glenn Curtis was in getting the Navy into aviation. The museum does a great job of stepping you through his fascination and finally obsession with aviation - real aircraft, replicas, models, and pictures tell a great story. But don't ignore if you are not an aviation enthusiast. Into motorcycles? Curtis was the world land speed record holder in the first decade of the 1900s ... on a self-designed motorcycle. The place has more vintage motorcycles than aircraft. Also, the antique car/truck collection is also not to be sniffed at - lots of early models. This is a great overall museum about the childhood of engine-powered frames: 2-wheel, 4-wheel, and winged. A great addition to a visit to the Corning Museum of Glass, which is only 30 minutes away.

Response from Host

Oct 2020

Thank you for your service! We have some great things related to naval aviation in the works for 2021, so we hope you can come back!