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50 Years: Opening Day

AirSpace by National Air and Space Museum

Jun 25, 202627:18Government & Organizations

On July 1, 1976, the National Air and Space Museum opened its doors to the public. It was an unforgettable debut for an iconic building, complete with a flyover from the Air Force’s Thunderbirds, speeches from President...

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