Birmingham, AL – February 5, 2018 – Join the Southern Museum of Flight in celebrating Black History Month! Throughout the month of February, the Southern Museum of Flight honors the achievements of Black Aviation Pioneers by offering special topic tours and programs. School groups can request complimentary tours entitled “Pioneers of Flight” and “Overcoming Obstacles.” A highlight of these special programs includes an exhibit honoring Alabama’s famed Tuskegee Airmen – the first black military pilots in the United States. Visitors will also have the opportunity to view the documentary film, Tuskegee Airmen, part of Alabama Public Television’s Patriots and Pioneers series, and participate in hands-on activities such as the construction of a balsa wood glider. Black Aviation Pioneers programs at the Southern Museum of Flight provide a spotlight on significant periods in American history, and this tribute highlights such extraordinary achievements that continue to provide inspiration for anyone who dares to dream!
The Southern Museum of Flight is 501 (c)(3) nonprofit museum dedicated to investigating, preserving and promoting the rich stories of Southern Aviation and to providing exciting, interactive educational programming for people of all ages. Through collaborative partnerships with the community, the Southern Museum of Flight provides a continuum of exhibitions, displays and educational services with a sincere devotion to cultural and historical literacy.
For more information on this event or other events going on at the Southern Museum of Flight, please visit our website at www.southernmuseumofflight.org.
