22156 Three Notch Rd
Lexington Park, MD 20653

Hours
Tuesday: Saturday 10:00am-5:00pm
Sunday: 12:00pm-5:00pm
Monday: Closed
*We are closed on Thanksgiving Day,
December 24th, 25th & January 1st

Welcome to the Patuxent River Naval Air Museum

Inside the PAX museum you will find a large number of aircraft that contributed to American aviation history.

Become immersed in our exhibits and enjoy the work of great artists in the art gallery.

Come visit us and learn more about our legacy in St. Mary’s County through our exhibits.

Also, check out our upcoming events which you can participate in and enjoy.

Before leaving, check out the gift shop for aviation themed items and one of a kind museum merchandise!

EXPLORE THE MUSEUM

  • Test and Evaluation Hall - PAX Museum

    TEST AND EVALUATION HALL

    The Test and Evaluation Hall features multiple aircraft, along with main galleries, exhibitions and the theater room.

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  • Flight Technology - PAX Museum

    FLIGHT TECHNOLOGY

    This where you will find our popular Flight Simulators, art galleries, aircrafts models, and the main auditorium.

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  • Flight Line - PAX Museum

    FLIGHT LINE

    Visitors are welcome to get a close look at 25 different Navy and Marine Corps aircraft.

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BENEFITS OF BEING A MEMBER

All our members enjoy unlimited ticket admissions for the year, discounts in the gift shop, and advance notice of special events. As a thank you, when you purchase or renew a membership, you will receive a free simulator ride!

TOUR OUR EXHIBITS

  • Women in Aviation - PAX Museum

    WOMEN IN AVIATION

    Women in aviation have worked to break down barriers and expand opportunities. Discover their stories in our Test & Evaluation Hall.

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  • Naval Aviation in Space

    NAVAL AVIATION IN SPACE

    Come and see a Lunar Sample that weights 1.145 grams and was found on the Moon’s surface next to the rim of Buster Crater.

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  • Wind Tunnel Models - Pax Museum

    WIND TUNNEL MODELS

    We have one of the largest collections of genuine wind tunnel models in the country thanks to the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C.

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  • Weapons Technology - PAX Museum

    WEAPONS TECHNOLOGY

    Our museum has an amazing weaponry exhibition of missiles, guns, electronic warfare, smart bombs, cruise missiles and torpedoes.

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  • UCAV - PAX Museum

    UNMANNED COMBAT AIR VEHICLES

    Our exhibit features hand-launched UAS systems and smaller vehicles launched from shipborne platforms.

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  • Tacamo - PAX Museum

    TACAMO

    In partnership with the TACAMO Community Veteran’s Association, our museum has the most comprehensive display of its equipment and history.

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  • Maritime Surveillance

    MARITIME SURVEILLANCE

    Visit this exhibition to learn about Electronic Reconnaissance Aircraft, Anti-Submarine Warfare, Sonobuoys and more.

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  • Imaging and Targeting Technology

    IMAGING / TARGETING TECHNOLOGY

    In this exhibition, you will find a Tactical Airborne Reconnaissance Pod System, a Panoramic Camera and Serial Frame Cameras.

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  • Ejection Seats

    EJECTION SEATS

    We have a wide variety of these automated life-saving systems on display for you to analyze and marvel at their complexity and extremely high reliability.

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  • Propulsion Technology

    PROPULSION TECHNOLOGY

    If you want to understand these incredible devices, visit our Flight Technology Hall to see and learn about them!

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  • Aircraft Simulation and Training

    AIRCRAFT SIMULATION AND TRAINING

    We invite you to come to the PAX Museum and get a taste of how far simulation technology has advanced over the years!

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  • Radar and Electronic Warfare

    RADAR ELECTRONIC WARFARE

    We present a variety of RADAR systems that we have been able to acquire along with newer technology such as CHAFF.

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THE VENUE FOR YOUR EVENT

Do you want to celebrate a change of command, retirement, birthday party, organize a wedding reception, or hold a corporate anniversary? We have the perfect venue for you!