Glenn H. Curtiss Museum

The Glenn H. Curtiss Museum in Hammondsport showcases original and reproduced early aircraft, motorcycles, automobiles and regional transportation history tied to aviation pioneer Glenn Curtiss. The 57,000 sq ft facility houses restored planes (Jennys, Robins, Commandos), early motorcycles and period cars across permanent and rotating exhibits.

Visitors can self‑tour galleries or book a guided 45‑minute tour by reservation. The museum offers free on‑site parking, wheelchair‑accessible entrances and practical visitor information on its website for hours, admission and group visits.

Start with a compact orientation gallery that outlines Curtiss’s work in aviation and motor engineering, then move through aircraft restoration displays and the transportation collections.

Look out for:

• Original and reproduction early aircraft such as the 1912 "Headless Pusher" and 1917 JN‑4D "Jenny".

• Early motorcycles and automobiles, including a 1904 Curtiss Hercules motorcycle and turn‑of‑the‑century cars.

• Restoration workshops and interpretive panels explaining engineering advances.

• Family‑friendly displays suitable for teens and adults interested in technology and regional history.

Best way to experience it: Allow 1.5–2 hours for a relaxed visit; call or email to reserve a guided 45‑minute tour if you want curator commentary or are visiting with a group.

• Check seasonal hours before you go (May–Oct: 9 AM–5 PM; Nov–Apr: 10 AM–4 PM).

• Admission fees apply; members and children under 6 are free.

• Guided tours require advance reservation (email education@curtissmuseum.org or phone listed on the site).

• Free on‑site parking and wheelchair‑accessible entrances available.