Step Inside the Hangars
Pilot Your Visit
Take a self-guided tour to explore multiple hangars filled with more than 50 restored civilian and military aircraft – plus more static displays on the grounds of the musuem.
Displaying one of the largest collections of actively flying WWII aircraft in the Upper Midwest, the Dakota Territory Air Museum in Minot offers a rare chance to get up close with plaines that still take to the skies.
Must-See Aircraft
The Polar Pumpkin
This bright orange Cessna 185 N90SN is the only single-engine airplane ever flown solo to both the North and South Poles by the same pilot. North Dakota native and Alaskan bush pilot, Art Mortvedt landed at the South Pole in 1999 and the North Pole in 2013 while conducting scientific research about polar explorations for NASA and the University of Innsbruck.
Supermarine Spitfire Mk IX
One of only about 10 Mk IX Spitfires still flying today, “Half-Stork” is a World War II-era fighter that flew 74 combat missions across Europe. First flown in 1936, it served with both the Polish and Free French air forces, including a flight over Normandy just nine days after D-Day. This rare aircraft offers visitors an up-close look at a true icon of aviation and military history.
Huey Helicopter
Climb into the pilot’s seat, flip switches, and live out your flight dreams inside a real Vietnam-era Huey helicopter. Built in 1969, this Bell UH-1 Iroquois currently serves Minot Air Force Base as part of the 54th Helicopter Squadron. First used in the Vietnam War, the Huey was the first turbine-powered helicopter and remains essential to military operations. Today, it supports the 91st Missile Wing, flying security patrols and transporting forces across North Dakota’s Minuteman III missile fields.
Artifacts That Tell A Story
With over 12,000 artifacts, the Dakota Territory Air Museum tells the personal stories behind aviation history. Step into the past through uniforms, medals, knives, and weapons brought home by North Dakota veterans, along with a large Japanese good luck flag. Track the evolution of flight through airplane engines from the 1900s to the 1980s, and vintage Minot firetrucks that have been restored to their former glory.
Special Events & Workshops
The Dakota Territory Air Museum hosts several exciting events throughout the year, including the popular Wings & Wheels, where vintage cars and aircraft come together for an unforgettable display.
For kids, the museum offers workshops and hands-on classes like the Learn and Build Model Session and Space Camp, providing young visitors with unique learning experiences.
Get Ready for Takeoff
Open from mid-May to mid-October, the Dakota Territory Air Museum operates with seasonal hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.
This affordable attraction offers a great value compared to other regional museums, with admission priced about one-third less than than other air museums in North Dakota, making it an ideal destination for families and aviation enthusiasts alike.