National Soaring Museum

Located a short drive east of Corning, NY, the National Soaring Museum displays and preserves the history of motorless flight. The museum features a collection of gliders, interactive flight simulators, and fun educational programs.

In addition to the permanent collection and exhibits, the museum also hosts traveling exhibits, such as the centennial celebration of soaring and a festival of trees. The National Soaring Museum is one of only two museums in the United States dedicated solely to motorless flight, and the local area is referred to as the "Soaring Capital of America." Along with the National Warplane Museum and the Glenn H. Curtiss Museum in Hammondsport, the area is renowned as a national aviation center.

The museum opens for visitors from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily. During January and February the museum remains closed on Saturdays and Sundays. The museum conducts tours for groups with a two-week advance notice.

The National Soaring Museum is located a little over 80 miles south of Syracuse Hancock International Airport. It is also about 20 miles north of the New York state line. Local destinations include the National Warplane Museum, Harris Hill Amusement Park, Finger Lakes Wine Country, West End Gallery, Canfield Park, and Vitrix Glass Studio.