How do I get more information on hosting an event and schedule a tour?

Please fill out the event inquiry form on our website and someone from the events team will contact you with more information.

How much does it cost to rent the museum for an event?

Rental pricing depends on what spaces are being rented. The event team will review pricing details with you.

How many people can the museum accommodate for an event?

Our largest individual hangar can seat 250 people for traditional seated dinner service but can accommodate many more for reception style events, and even more with a full museum rental. Please discuss with your event manager. 

Do you offer event packages?

Yes, we offer packages that include space and equipment rental, wedding coordination, and museum activations. All packages are fully customizable.

How long can I rent the museum for?

Rental rates are based on a five-hour event but can be extended if necessary.

Does my rental include setup and breakdown time for vendors?

Yes, two hours of setup and one hour of breakdown is included in your rental. We can accommodate additional time on a case-by-case basis.

Do you offer a payment plan?

Most contracts divide rental fees into three payments, due before the event date. Please discuss with your event manager if you are interested in a customized payment plan.

Who is responsible for tables, chairs, linens, and dinnerware?

The museum offers a selection of tables and chairs. Linens, plates, silverware, etc. can be provided by your caterer or an event rental company.

Can I hire my own vendors (DJ, photographer, coordinator, etc.) or must I select from a preferred vendor list?

You are welcomed to bring in your own vendors. We can also make recommendations for vendors who are familiar with the New England Air Museum.

What is your alcohol policy?

Alcohol service and consumption is allowed if provided by your licensed caterer. Self-serve bars are not allowed. All local liquor laws apply.

Do you offer on-site wedding coordination? If so, what services are included and is there an additional fee?

Yes, on-site wedding coordination is available as an optional package. These services are available for an additional fee and include wedding timeline creation, vendor management, day-of coordination, ceremony facilitation and more. Please ask your event manager for more information.

Do you have an outdoor area for events?

The museum has brand new courtyard situated conveniently between our hangars, as well as an outdoor display area. Both areas can be transformed for an event.

What type of décor is allowed in the museum?

The museum allows freestanding and tabletop décor. Décor cannot be affixed to aircraft or museum exhibits. Candles must be enclosed.

Is the museum handicapped accessible?

A wheelchair accessible parking area is available close to the museum entrance. Wheelchairs are also available for your guests. All areas of the museum are also wheelchair accessible, including the mezzanines which have elevator access.

Where is the museum located and what’s the best way to get there?

The New England Air Museum is easy to reach for all your guests, no matter how they plan on getting here. Conveniently located just 10 minutes from Bradley International Airport and local train stations, we are also easily accessible by car from locations such as:

-- Springfield, Massachusetts (25 minutes)

-- Hartford, Connecticut (30 minutes)

-- Boston, Massachusetts (1 hour 50 minutes)

Our three hangars transform into a stunning backdrop for a progressive evening, with separate spaces that provide distinctive settings for your ceremony, cocktail hour and dinner event.

Named by The Connecticut Bride and Hartford Courant as a top historic venue in Connecticut, The New England Air Museum makes a unique and memorable setting for your special day.

Facilities and Capacity

The New England Air Museum has three heated and air-conditioned hangers, two mezzanines, two meeting rooms and an outdoor display area.

Military Hangar

Our largest hangar, featuring military aircraft. This hangar is most often used for dinner and dancing and can seat 250 people comfortably, with plenty of space for dancing.

Civilian Hangar

This hangar is most often used for cocktail hour, with a spacious mezzanine that looks over the entire hangar. This hangar is dedicated to unique, civilian aircraft.

B-29 Hangar

Make a statement with our B-29 Superfortress as an impressive backdrop for your ceremony. Guests can either sit alongside you as you say your vows or can watch from our second mezzanine.

Private Suite:

Our meeting rooms can be transformed into a private room for your wedding party to retreat to.

Services Offered

Tours and interactive activities are available to make your cocktail hour fun and exciting for guests of all ages. The New England Air Museum’s flight simulators provide your guests the opportunity to experience flight under the guidance of our flight instructors, and we provide easy access to many of our aircraft cockpits, creating unique photo opportunities for you and your guests.

Other services include:

-- Wedding coordinator services

-- Banquet table and chair rentals

-- Museum professional staff, including docents with extensive aviation knowledge

-- Complimentary access to the museum for your guests

-- Complimentary parking for your guests

-- Complimentary wi-fi access

Vendors

Top vendors from across Connecticut and Massachusetts work with the New England Air Museum. Your event manager can make vendor recommendations ranging from photographers, entertainers and florists to photo booths and audio visual production.

Accommodations

There are many hotels in the local area. The New England Air Museum works with:

-- Sheraton Hartford Hotel at Bradley Airport

-- Marriott Hartford/Windsor Airport

-- Residence Inn by Marriott Hartford/Windsor

-- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Hartford-Bradley Airport

Location

The New England Air Museum is easy to reach for all your guests, no matter how they plan on getting here. Conveniently located just 10 minutes from Bradley International Airport and local train stations, we are also easily accessible by car from locations such as:

-- Springfield, Massachusetts (25 minutes)

-- Hartford, Connecticut (30 minutes)

-- Boston, Massachusetts (1 hour 50 minutes)

The New England Air Museum is a unique setting for a variety of events, ranging from corporate meetings and teambuilding events, fundraisers and galas, bar & bat mitzvahs, retirement parties and more!

All event rentals at the museum include complimentary access to the museum for your guests, on-site parking, and Wi-Fi. Our museum professional staff and knowledgeable docents will also be present for your event to discuss aircraft and exhibits.

Facilities & Capacity

The New England Air Museum has three heated and air-conditioned hangers, two mezzanines, two meeting rooms and an outdoor couryard and display area.

Military Hangar

Our largest hangar, featuring military aircraft. This hangar has the most open floor space and is perfect for seated dinners for up to 250 guests or receptions for up to 400 guests. It can also transform into an auditorium space for up to 550 guests.

Civilian Hangar

This hangar is most often used for cocktail hours, with a spacious mezzanine that looks over the entire hangar. This hangar is dedicated to unique, civilian aircraft.

B-29 Hangar

Make a statement with our B-29 Superfortress as an impressive backdrop for your meeting or event. Plenty of available floor space makes this hangar a versatile space and the beautiful mezzanine features natural light and overlooks the entire hangar.

Meeting Rooms

The museum’s multipurpose meeting rooms can accommodate up to 200 guests and come equipped with audio visual technology.

Museum Activations

The museum offers a variety of interactive activations that can be incorporated into any event, including:

-- Flight Simulators

-- Scavenger Hunts

-- Open Cockpits

-- Flight Science Demonstrations