Museum of Florida History

Black Wings: American Dreams of Flight

January 28 - April 22, 2012
Museum of Florida History

A Smithsonian exhibition examining African American contributions in aviation will be on view at the Florida Department of State's Museum of Florida History, Tallahassee, Florida, January 28 through April 22, 2012. "Black Wings: American Dreams of Flight" examines the contributions of African American aviators from the past and present who helped make the dream of careers in flight and space exploration possible.

Divided into six sections, "Black Wings" chronicles the evolution of aviation through the stories of African Americans who dreamed of flight, left their mark and helped pave the way for those who would follow. Some of the flight engineers highlighted in the exhibit have direct ties to Florida.  The exhibition was made possible by the generous support of the MetLife Foundation. 

The Museum of Florida History, Division of Cultural Affairs, is located in the R. A. Gray Building at 500 South Bronough Street, in downtown Tallahassee.  Museum hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Sunday and holidays, noon to 4:30 p.m.; and every third Thursday from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m.  While at the Museum, take time to browse in Florida's History Shop and enjoy lunch or a snack at Fat Sandwich café.  For more information, contact 850.245.6400