Of Air and Space
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PrintDiscusses the role of the Smithsonian in the history of flight; including Dr. Langley's Aerodrome experiments. Brief discussion of the history of the establishment of the National Air Museum and the subsequent creation of the National Air and Space Museum. Planning and design of the new building, and a description of the exhibits and facilities are included. Highlights of the opening in July 1976.
Smithsonian Institution History Bibliography
National Geographic Vol. 153, 6 (Journal)
Institutional History Division, Smithsonian Institution Archives, 600 Maryland Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20024-2520, SIHistory@si.edu
June 1978
pp. 819-823