| Old Rhinebeck Aerodome |
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The Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome presents antique aeroplanes in their natural setting and recaptures the thrill and excitement of old-time flying from the period of 1900 to 1939. Visitors to the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome can see outstanding World War I and earlier aircraft in action and watch this colorful era brought back to life amidst the roar of rotary engines and the smell of burnt castor oil. We pride ourselves in flying original aircraft or accurate copies powered with original engines. This attraction is situated in historic Rhinebeck, New York and can be easily reached by car using Taconic State Parkway or the New York Thruway. Parking and picnicking facilities are free. Tour our Air Museum buildings full of vintage aeroplanes, engines, cars, etc. Bring along your cameras - excellent picture and video opportunities.
The Aerodrome is open daily from 10:00 AM until 5:00 PM May 15 through October. EXCITING AIR SHOWS are held every week-end from mid-June through mid-October. Saturday shows Pioneer and Lindbergh Era. Sunday shows feature World War I aircraft; two different shows. Show time is 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM (one performance). The shows commence with a vintage fashion show and parade of antique cars which involve audience participation. Group visits for the airshows can be accommodated with advance reservations. Group tours of the museum are also available (Mon.-Fri.) by prior arrangements. Call the office at 845-752-3200 to set up a visit for your group.
BARNSTORMING RIDES in a 1929 open-cockpit biplane (New Standard D-25) are available before and after the shows. Flights are approximately 15 minutes from start to finish and cost $40.00 per person.
The RHINEBECK AERODROME MUSEUM will continue the lifelong work of Cole Palen, its Founder, to preserve early aviation history. The Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome performs its world-famous airshows and activities in the tradition of Cole Palen .
The museum is a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Corporation. Memberships are available and welcome. Members receive a quality newsletter that provides status updates of the Aerodrome's various projects and often takes a look back at the history of the Aerodrome itself. Donations to the museum are also welcome and are tax deductible to the extent provided for by law. It is with pride and pleasure that we share Cole Palen's dream, aviation's rich heritage and its colorful past.
Text courtesy Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome
General Information
Hours of operation
May 15 thru Oct: Daily 10:00
- 5:00pm
Airshows
Mid-June thru Mid-October:
Weekends 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Museum Admission (weekdays)
Adults: $6.00
Seniors: $5.00
Children (6-10): $2.00
Under 6: Free
Airshow Admission (weekends - includes museum)
Adults: $12.00
Seniors: $10.00
Children (6-10): $5.00
Under 6: Free
Prices subject to change
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Reviews / Comments by our visitors
| Blaine R , Pennsylvania |  This was an outstanding experience with the sites and sounds of recreated vintage aircraft in thier natural enviroment, the air. My 3 year old loves it too and watches the home movies I took over and over again. Highly recomended. 09/09/2008 @ 09:53 [ref: 8413] |
| Edgar , New York | Great place, the only other place you can actually fly in vintage aircraft is on Long Island at the American Airpower Museum in Farmngdale. Go to both for a great time. 02/14/2008 @ 10:29 [ref: 6767] |
| Hugh Schoelzel , Connecticut | Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome had a wonderful 2007 season, entertaining and educating over 20,000 people with 20 flying vintage airplanes (plus over 50 more in our museum). We also added a second "rides" biplane, to accommodate the large demand for this thrill of a lifetime, plus we added new "rides" in our antique cars. We have a great 2008 season planned for you, and recommend you check our website www.oldrhinebeck.org for the latest updates. Hugh Schoelzel - Volunteer 02/04/2008 @ 07:54 [ref: 6734] |
| Kevin Downey , New York | The Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome is worth the drive up from New York City. It is the only aviation museum that I know of where they actually fly the airplanes. I'm a pilot and I've visited many aviation museums. This one comes alive when they start firing up those old airplane engines. Just Go! 06/15/2007 @ 06:43 [ref: 5974] |
| Megan New York, New York | I Loved it there,my uncle Mike volunteers and I went up there and met pretty amazing people like Cliff,JOE,Chris and everyone else!I had a wonderful time and my whole family loved it my sister Kim,brother,John and my Mom and Dad! 12/19/2004 @ 18:55 [ref: 3639] |
| Scott Shea Londonderry, New Hampshire | MUST SEE!! 10/15/2004 @ 20:15 [ref: 3485] |
| AAC Cadet Leader , New York | October 2004 UPDATE: Those who are interested in the current problems at Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome and the efforts of many former volunteers and staff members who have recently been fired by the current Board of Directors at ORA, should review the following link: www.theaerodrome.com The ongoing conversation is listed in Forum section under the topic, Other WWI Aviation. The thread is titled, "Troubles at Rhinebeck Museum". 10/11/2004 @ 13:57 [ref: 3461] |
| AAC Cadet Leader , New York | October 2004 UPDATE: Those who are interested in the current problems at Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome and the efforts of many former volunteers and staff members who have recently been fired by the current Board of Directors at ORA, should review the following link: www.theaerodrome.com The ongoing conversation is listed in Forum section under the topic, Other WWI Aviation Thread titled, "Troubles at Rhinebeck Museum". 10/11/2004 @ 13:56 [ref: 3460] |
| AAC Cadet Leader , New York | October 2004 UPDATE: Those who are interested in the current problems at Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome and the efforts of many former volunteers and staff members who have recently been fired by the current Board of Directors at ORA, should review the following link: www.theaerodrome.com The ongoing conversation is listed in Forum section under the topic, Other WWI Aviation Thread titled, "Troubles at Rhinebeck Museum". 10/11/2004 @ 13:54 [ref: 3459] |
| Jill Hoffman , Connecticut | The Old Rhinebeck Aerodome is great family fun. My husband and I have been attending it for years. I attended college in the area and since graduating return every year to take in the beautiful countryside and to see some wonderful old planes. Our two children ages 3 and 6 also both love to attend and watch the show. 09/23/2002 @ 19:50 [ref: 2497] |
External pages about this museum
| http://www.oldrhinebeck.org/ |
Last updated: 02/14/00.
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