Empire State Aerosciences Museum

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250 Rudy Chase Dr

Schenectady, NY 12302

+1 (518) 377-2191

http://www.esam.org

The Empire State Aerosciences Museum is a one of a kind cultural resource located at the Schenectady County Airport in the Town of Glenville at the site of the former General Electric Flight Test Center. Dedicated to interpreting aviation, particularly as related to New York State, the museum offers visitors a variety of enjoyable and educational experiences including interpretive exhibits, a spectacular collection of restored aircraft, the State's largest aviation library, as well as phenomenal education programs.

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4.511 reviews

Maria E.

7/4/2017

Empire State Aerosciences Museum is an awesome way to spend the day with your family. ESAM is an aviation museum that spans the beginning of flight through the dawning of the space age, with an...

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Catherine D.

6/2/2023

This place is incredible and extremely child friendly! The volunteers who run the operation are beyond spectacular and are extremely helpful. I have two under three who were extremely excited for...

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Carl D.

10/28/2018

Very unique experience. Worthwhile stopping whether you are interested in history or aviation, but set your expectations in advance that this won't be an expensive day, so don't expect it to be...

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Matt W.

7/9/2017

Somewhere hidden inside the Empire State Aerosciences Museum is a great museum trying to get out of the shell of a tired old one. The collection here isn't the issue per se. The outdoor air park...

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Juanita B.

7/3/2021

We went the other day w a variety of ages from 5-adult. It was fabulous. Staff & volunteers were wonderful. A hidden gem! Two inside exhibits a good# of which allow you to climb on in & see/touch...

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