Ready for summer flying? Summer Flight Simulator Hours start June 16 • Tue–Fri: 12–4 PM • Sat: 10–4 PM • Sun: 12–4 PM
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Ready for summer flying? Summer Flight Simulator Hours start June 16 • Tue–Fri: 12–4 PM • Sat: 10–4 PM • Sun: 12–4 PM ✈️
22156 Three Notch Rd
Lexington Park, MD 20653Museum Hours
Tuesday-Saturday: 10 AM - 5 PM
Sunday: 12 PM - 5 PM CLOSED ON MONDAYSSimulator Hours
Saturdays 10 AM - 4 PM
Sundays: 12 PM - 4 PM
Visit our museum booth at the upcoming NAS Patuxent River Air Show! Stop by to learn about the rich history of naval aviation in Southern Maryland, and discover the stories behind the people, aircraft, and innovations that shaped flight testing at Pax River. We look forward to meeting aviation enthusiasts of all ages—see you at the air show!
Welcome to the Patuxent River Naval Air Museum
Preserve. Educate. Inspire.
EXPLORE THE MUSEUM
BENEFITS OF BEING A MEMBER
All our members enjoy unlimited ticket admissions for the year, discounts in the gift shop, and advance notice of special events. As a thank you, when you purchase or renew a membership, you will receive a free simulator ride!
TOUR OUR EXHIBITS
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![Women in Aviation - PAX Museum]()
WOMEN IN AVIATION
Women in aviation have worked to break down barriers and expand opportunities. Discover their stories in our Test & Evaluation Hall.
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![Naval Aviation in Space]()
NAVAL AVIATION IN SPACE
Come and see a Lunar Sample that weights 1.145 grams and was found on the Moon’s surface next to the rim of Buster Crater.
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![Wind Tunnel Models - Pax Museum]()
WIND TUNNEL MODELS
We have one of the largest collections of genuine wind tunnel models in the country thanks to the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C.
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![Weapons Technology - PAX Museum]()
WEAPONS TECHNOLOGY
Our museum has an amazing weaponry exhibition of missiles, guns, electronic warfare, smart bombs, cruise missiles and torpedoes.
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![UCAV - PAX Museum]()
UNMANNED COMBAT AIR VEHICLES
Our exhibit features hand-launched UAS systems and smaller vehicles launched from shipborne platforms.
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![Tacamo - PAX Museum]()
TACAMO
In partnership with the TACAMO Community Veteran’s Association, our museum has the most comprehensive display of its equipment and history.
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![Maritime Surveillance]()
MARITIME SURVEILLANCE
Visit this exhibition to learn about Electronic Reconnaissance Aircraft, Anti-Submarine Warfare, Sonobuoys and more.
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![Imaging and Targeting Technology]()
IMAGING / TARGETING TECHNOLOGY
In this exhibition, you will find a Tactical Airborne Reconnaissance Pod System, a Panoramic Camera and Serial Frame Cameras.
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![Ejection Seats]()
EJECTION SEATS
We have a wide variety of these automated life-saving systems on display for you to analyze and marvel at their complexity and extremely high reliability.
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![Propulsion Technology]()
PROPULSION TECHNOLOGY
If you want to understand these incredible devices, visit our Flight Technology Hall to see and learn about them!
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![Aircraft Simulation and Training]()
AIRCRAFT SIMULATION AND TRAINING
We invite you to come to the PAX Museum and get a taste of how far simulation technology has advanced over the years!
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![Radar and Electronic Warfare]()
RADAR ELECTRONIC WARFARE
We present a variety of RADAR systems that we have been able to acquire along with newer technology such as CHAFF.
THE VENUE FOR YOUR EVENT
Do you want to celebrate a change of command, retirement, birthday party, organize a wedding reception, or hold a corporate anniversary? We have the perfect venue for you!