Glenn H. Curtiss Museum

Website
8419 State Route 54
Hammondsport, NY 14840
Phone: 607-569-2160

The Glenn H. Curtiss Museum showcases early aviation innovation and local history, a volunteer-run restoration hangar, and gift shop.

How to Enjoy:
Glenn Curtiss had a need for speed which spans from bicycles, to motor cycles, to airplanes, and the first travel trailer. The collection of vintage motorcycles and aircraft is extensive. Many of Curtiss' inventions are still in use today.

Related Places:
Aviation fans should visit the National Soaring Museum in Big Flats, NY or take a flight over the Finger Lakes with Costa's Flying Service in Painted Post, New York.

Trivia:
Glenn Curtiss piloted the first publicly announced flight in America on July 4, 1908.

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