Glenn L. Martin Aviation Museum

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Address(1)P.O. Box 5024
Address(2)Martin State Airport
CityMiddle River
StateMaryland
Zip21220
CountryUSA
Contact 
Phone410-682-6122
Fax 
GiftshopYes

Description

General Information
Founded in 1990, the Glann L. Martin Aviation Museum is a private, non-profit tax exempt organization. The museum's purpose is to maintain an educational institution for the preservtion, promotion, and documentation of aviation history in Maryland, specifically with regards to Glenn L. Martin and the contributions of his successful company.

All funds required for the purchase, restoration, daily maintenance and display of museum memorabilia and aircraft are derived from public donations. Members of the museum share a desire to preserve aviaton history. We welcome those who share the same interests.

Location
Located at the Martin State Airport, the Glenn L. Martin Aviation Museum operates as a traditional museum. On display is the history of the Glenn L. Martin Company including many historical items, industrial models of rockets and aircraft, wind tunnel models, photographs of the growth of the company, and the people who worked there.

General Information

    Hours of operation
    Open every Saturday, 1 Pm to 5 pm (except holidays), Room 115, Hangar 5.
    General Meetings
    1st Monday of every month at 7:30pm (except holidays). Visitors are welcome to attend.
    Group Tours
    Group tours may be arranged by reservation - Please call (410)-682-6122. Bus parking is available.
    Free Parking
 
 
Exhibits - By Primary role
Attack - U.S. Air Force 'A' 1962-Present
 Vought A-7D (Corsair II) Serial No: 69-6197 
Bomber - U.S. Air Force 'B' 1924-Present
 Martin RB-57A (Night Intruder) Serial No: 52-1446 
 Martin RB-57A (Night Intruder) Serial No: 52-1467 
Fighter - US ARMY 'F' 1948-Present
 North American F-100F (Super Sabre) Serial No: 56-3905 
 North American F-100F (Super Sabre) Serial No: 56-3899 
 Republic RF-84F (Thunderflash) Serial No: Unknown 
Fighter - U.S. Air Force 'F' 1962-Present
 McDonnell-Douglas F-4C (Phantom II) Serial No: 64-0919 
Trainer - U.S. Air Force 'T' 1948-Present
 Lockheed T-33A (Shooting Star) Serial No: 53-5854 
Other aircraft & exhibits in storage and not available for viewing are:
  • F-101F (Voodoo)
  • F-105G (Thunderchief)
  • F9F (Cougar)
  • F-100 (Super Saber)
  • P&W R2800 Radial Engine
  • 50' wind tunnel model of the JRM Mars Sea Plane
  • Aft Fuselage and Tail of a P6M Sea Master Jet Sea Plane

 

Reviews / Comments by our visitors
 Bill Kilgore
 lemon goove, California

I have a tool box that belonged to Theodore Pajak. It is marked 1940 G.L.M 6884.Does anyone have any info on this man? thanks, Bill (bilgore@cox.net)
12/14/2009 @ 12:19 [ref: 9192]
 Richard W Kyke
 Sacramento, California

I worked fo Martin's from Late 1952 to 1957. I started at Strawberry Point on P5M's and we ran tests for the P6m engine in the test cell at Strawberry Point. Moved to test hanger and worked on many different models A's B's D's and am in a video we shot for the Airforce with bomb loads and different configerations. If you have a copy I am the tall skinny guy loading the bombdoors in the video. I went to work for Capital Airlines and Merged with United and now retired.I nave not been back since I moved to Ca. Richard W. Kyle
09/21/2009 @ 13:24 [ref: 9116]
 Tony Anzick
 Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

I am 67 years old, grew up on Pelczar Ave in Middle River. My dad worked for Glenn L. Martin Co. I remember when the Canberra flew in, I think Martins was going to modify it to a two seater. I was in the crowd that day. My dad was Tony John Anzick a forman at plant 2 for years. Worked on the PBM's, also the huge SeaMaster. I have got to bring my grand kids to the museum. I know dad would have loved it, he surely loved working there. Dad passed away on 10-20-1976
04/12/2008 @ 07:16 [ref: 7336]
 Howard Bowman
 Ormond Beach, Florida

I just came across your web page and became aware of your museum. I am the sole surviving member of the flight/test crew for the original OLD LADY the XPB2M-1R. I was also a member of the Navy Test and ferry crews which accepted the JRM-1 aircraft and ferryed them to NAS Alameda. At my first opportunity I plan to visit your facility. My present are (85) places some restrictions on extensive travel. Best wishes. Sorry you were unsuccessful in acquiring one of the JRM AIRCRAFT when they were declares surplus.....
05/28/2007 @ 08:46 [ref: 5940]
 Buck Dean
 Belcamp, Maryland

I see some people think that some of our planes are in sad shape. Would those people like to help us put the planes in good shape??? Tha planes are taken care by volunteers, We need more Volunteers, So don't criticize come down and help us.
08/22/2006 @ 07:46 [ref: 5203]
 Buck Dean
 Belcamp, Maryland

I see some people think that some of our planes are in sad shape. Would those people like to help us put the planes in good shape??? Tha planes are taken care by volunteers, We need more Volunteers, So don't criticize come down and help us.
08/22/2006 @ 07:46 [ref: 5202]
 Nancy
 Middleriver, Maryland

My dad was Albert S. Ozier, and he worked as a tool draftsman for Mr. Glenn L. Martin from 1940's until 1975. Is there anyone out there that remembers working with him ? My personal memories are "open House Day" at the airport to see where our parents worked , and the annual company picnics at Carlins amusement Park with Mr. Martin splended in his white suit standing on the stairs of the entertainment hall . I have been raised with pride in our Government ,in our military and in our flag . I was also raised with respect and pride for the hardworking people that made up our community , and I feel that respect everytime I pass Martin-Marrietta and see our military planes . God Bless .
07/08/2006 @ 15:45 [ref: 5124]
 Lewis Berman
 Baltimore, Maryland

I worked there in the late 80's and early 90's, when the museum was founded. The listing of aircraft at the museum doesn't include an operational Martin 404. Visit the passenger cabin, and you'll see how comparatively cramped it is to fly today.
03/21/2006 @ 06:35 [ref: 4894]
 Lester Sacks
 Halethorpe, Maryland

I was born on Dogwood Dr. in Middle River in 1942. My father and mother worked at Martins. I watched the big air ships land in the water from my back yard.
09/20/2005 @ 00:39 [ref: 4446]
 Gene DiGennaro
 Baltimore, Maryland

I have been a member of the museum since its inception in 1990. We have changed our name and scope slightly. We are now known as the Glenn L. Martin Maryland Aviation Museum. We have expanded our vision to include contributions by other Maryland firms and Maryland to the field of aerospace. Our website has changed to http://www.marylandaviationmuseum.org We now have a guest speaker program for our monthly meetings. These speakers have included test pilots, astronauts, aero-historians, and military commanders. I have noticed that others have commented on the condition of our aircraft on outdoor display. As anyone involved in this field knows, maintaining display aircraft outdoors is a difficult task. This is especially true with an all volunteer group such as ours. We are currently planning new indoor facilities so that our aircraft can move out of the elements and more of our archival material can be displayed. For more details, contact our website or call 410-682-6122. Gene DiGennaro Jr. Baltimore Md.
09/07/2005 @ 10:16 [ref: 4417]


 

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Last updated: 02/14/00.

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