Owls Head Transportation Museum

A working museum that preserves and operates a large collection of pre‑1940 aircraft, automobiles, motorcycles, bicycles and engines. The site emphasizes live demonstrations and vehicles kept in running condition rather than static displays.

Located next to Knox County Regional Airport on Maine’s MidCoast, the museum hosts regular events (Wings & Wheels airshow, New England Auto Auction) and provides visitor information, hours and event calendars on its official site.

Explore a focused, restoration-driven collection with many items maintained in operating condition.

Look out for:

• Restored pre‑1940 aircraft you may see taxiing or flown at events.

• Vintage automobiles, motorcycles and bicycles from the museum’s collection.

• Working engines and interpretive displays that demonstrate mechanical technologies.

• Seasonal special events such as the Wings & Wheels airshow and the New England Auto Auction™.

Best way to experience it:

Check the museum’s official “Plan Your Visit” page or events calendar before you go, time your visit for special events or demonstration days, and allow extra time to read labels and talk with volunteers who often provide hands‑on insights.

• Confirm current hours, admission and event schedules on the museum website before visiting.

• Museum is adjacent to a small regional airport; noise and active aircraft are common during events.

• Some exhibits and demonstrations are scheduled or seasonal—not everything runs daily.

• Limited on‑site food services; plan accordingly for meals and weather if visiting outdoor displays.