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Carpetbagger Aviation Museum and its collection

Carpetbagger Aviation Museum is a museum in Harrington. The museum features exhibits related to: weapons and war and aviation.

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Carpetbagger Aviation Museum
Sunnyvale Farm, off Lamport Road
Harrington
NN6 9PF Harrington

Visitor information Carpetbagger Aviation Museum

Opening hours

The Museum is closed for the winter, it will re-open on Saturday, March 3oth 2024. Please check the website for details.

Admission

The Museum is closed for the winter, it will re-open on Saturday, March 3oth 2024. Please check the website for admission prices for 2024.

Facilities

Wheelchair accessible

Location & Map

Sunnyvale Farm, off Lamport Road, Harrington

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Exhibitions

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Carpetbagger Aviation Museum Reviews

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Carpetbagger Aviation Museum in Harrington, England, offers visitors a glimpse into the covert operations of World War II. Located on the site of a former airfield, this small museum focuses on the secret missions of the 801st/492nd Bomb Group, known as the "Carpetbaggers." The exhibits showcase various artifacts, photographs, and documents related to these clandestine operations. Visitors often appreciate the personal stories and memorabilia from the airmen who served here. The museum's strength lies in its specific focus and the preservation of this lesser-known aspect of WWII history. However, some visitors note that the museum is relatively small and may not take long to explore thoroughly. The volunteer staff is generally praised for their knowledge and enthusiasm, though opening hours can be limited. While the museum provides an interesting experience for those interested in military history, particularly WWII aviation, it may not appeal as much to casual visitors or those expecting a larger, more comprehensive museum experience.

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