Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site

A must-see museum for aviation and history buffs alike! Moton Field in Tuskegee, Alabama, is the home of a massive museum dedicated to the Tuskegee Airmen. The Tuskegee Airmen were the first African American pilots in U.S. military service. Constructed in 1941, the airfield was the primary flight training facility for these pilots during World War II. Almost 1,000 pilots trained here. The site also trained over 15,000 men and women to be navigators, meteorologists, and other supporting crewmen.

The museum includes a visitors center, located at Hangar 1, with plenty of exhibits and restored planes to enjoy. Hangar 2 continues the Tuskegee Airmen experience with exhibits focusing on their combat experience and post-war legacy. Plan to spend about 1-2 hours at this site, soaking in all the historical information, as well as walking the grounds. There's a great scenic overlook available for picnicking, relaxing, and reflecting on the site's history.

This is just one of many inspirational stops you'll find along the U.S. Civil Rights Trail, which documents the decades-long fight for rights that spanned many cities and states. If you'd like to stay a few nights, Hipcamp has you covered with tons of nearby sites.