Charles Lindbergh House and Museum

Charles Lindbergh House and Museum Childhood home of aviator Charles Lindbergh. Restored historic home, museum, and river views! The trails are open daily from dawn until dusk.

In September of 1926, after learning about French flying ace René Ronck’s attempt at the Orteig Prize, Charles Lindbergh...
09/05/2025

In September of 1926, after learning about French flying ace René Ronck’s attempt at the Orteig Prize, Charles Lindbergh concluded that “a nonstop flight between New York and Paris would be less hazardous than flying mail for a single winter.” With that bold belief, he began making preparations by securing financial backing from a group of St. Louis businessmen and searching for the ideal single-engine aircraft to make the daring transatlantic journey.

Eventually, Lindbergh had the opportunity to meet the flying ace, Rene Ronck, while he was preparing for his historic transatlantic flight.

Image: Charles Lindbergh meeting Rene Ronck, 1927. Photo courtesy of the Yale University Digital Archives

Happy Back-to-School Week for most students here in Central Minnesota! Pictured here is a young Charles Lindbergh hittin...
09/03/2025

Happy Back-to-School Week for most students here in Central Minnesota! Pictured here is a young Charles Lindbergh hitting the books while he was studying the University of Wisconsin at Madison.

Please join us in thanking Jon for two wonderful seasons with us here at the Charles Lindbergh House and Museum on his l...
08/30/2025

Please join us in thanking Jon for two wonderful seasons with us here at the Charles Lindbergh House and Museum on his last day! An excellent guide and an unforgettable storyteller, Jon has always been a guest favorite. We thank him for his excitement for the work we do, and for all of the great experiences he created for our guests.

Please join us in sending Interpreter II Madeline a big "THANK YOU" on her last day with us here at the Charles Lindberg...
08/30/2025

Please join us in sending Interpreter II Madeline a big "THANK YOU" on her last day with us here at the Charles Lindbergh House and Museum! A gifted speaker, and talented historian, Madeline has spent the last four years sharing her knowledge with our guests. We appreciate her passion for history and our community, and thank her for all of the great work she has done for the historic site during her time here.

Please join us in thanking our Program Assistant Lacey for all of the great work she has done here at the Charles Lindbe...
08/30/2025

Please join us in thanking our Program Assistant Lacey for all of the great work she has done here at the Charles Lindbergh House and Museum, and wish her luck as we say "goodbye" to her. With today as her last day, we can't help but remember the many amazing programs and exhibits she has research, curated, and instituted here on site. We know she will be sorely missed by both by us and our guests!

In August of 1955, production was set to begin on The Spirit of St. Louis, a film chronicling Charles Lindbergh’s histor...
08/28/2025

In August of 1955, production was set to begin on The Spirit of St. Louis, a film chronicling Charles Lindbergh’s historic transatlantic flight. The role of Lindbergh was initially offered to actor John Kerr, who declined the part.

Rumors swirled that Jimmy Stewart was actively campaigning for the role. To better resemble the 25-year-old aviator, Stewart reportedly undertook a strict diet. Though 47 at the time, Stewart ultimately secured the role—prompting widespread criticism from film reviewers who questioned the age gap.

Pictured: Charles Lindbergh with the cast and crew of The Spirit of St. Louis. Courtesy of the Yale University Digital Archives.

On August 26, 1974, Charles Lindbergh died at his home in Maui.
08/26/2025



On August 26, 1974, Charles Lindbergh died at his home in Maui.

In 1931, Charles and Anne Morrow Lindbergh flew to Point Barrow, Alaska as part of a Pan Am survey to chart future air r...
08/23/2025

In 1931, Charles and Anne Morrow Lindbergh flew to Point Barrow, Alaska as part of a Pan Am survey to chart future air routes to Asia.

Anne, acting as copilot and radio operator, described the approach to Point Barrow as “flying into desolation.” Surrounded by fog and ice, it was one of the most remote and haunting stops on their trans-Arctic journey.

Her vivid account appears in North to the Orient and captures both the technical challenge and emotional weight of flying to the edge of the map.

Photo: Charles and Anne Lindbergh in Point Barrow, AK. 1931. Photo courtesy of Yale University Digital Archives.

Please join us in wishing Grace farewell on her last day with us here at the Charles Lindbergh House and Museum! A const...
08/23/2025

Please join us in wishing Grace farewell on her last day with us here at the Charles Lindbergh House and Museum!

A constant presence at our historic site over the last 8 years, Grace has had the chance to connect with thousands of guests during her tenure with us. We appreciate all of the great educational experiences she has curated and thank her for sharing her knowledge with us!

Early in his presidency, Richard Nixon invited Charles Lindbergh to join the newly established Citizens Advisory Committ...
08/21/2025

Early in his presidency, Richard Nixon invited Charles Lindbergh to join the newly established Citizens Advisory Committee on Environmental Quality. Lindbergh agreed to serve after Secretary of State William Rogers urged him to help explore how conservation efforts could enhance U.S. diplomatic relations. Another key influence was Secretary of the Interior Walter Hickel’s decision to add eight whale species to the U.S. Endangered Species list, a cause Lindbergh had long championed.

As a committee member, Lindbergh brought valuable expertise and helped shape language that positioned the Nixon administration as environmentally conscious. His involvement also provided the White House with high-profile photo opportunities, boosting the administration’s image in environmental matters.

Pilots are drawn to flying because it’s a perfect combination of science, romance, and adventure."-Charles LindberghJune...
08/19/2025

Pilots are drawn to flying because it’s a perfect combination of science, romance, and adventure."
-Charles Lindbergh

June 19 is National Aviation Day!

When Charles Lindbergh was just one year old, the Wright brothers took flight at Kitty Hawk. By the age of 25, Lindbergh made history with the first solo, nonstop transatlantic flight, helping prove to the world that aviation could be safe, reliable, and transformative. By the time of his passing in 1974, humans had walked on the moon and the age of supersonic flight had begun.

Over the course of his lifetime, Lindbergh not only witnessed the evolution of flight, he shaped it. His international fame brought visibility and investment to aviation. As a pilot, engineer, and consultant, he helped establish global air routes, improve aircraft design, and later advised on aerospace and rocketry programs that expanded the frontiers of flight.

Today we celebrate the pioneers, past and present, who continue to lift aviation to new heights.

In August 1969, Charles Lindbergh brought his passion for conservation to Brazil. During his visit, he met with the Pres...
08/15/2025

In August 1969, Charles Lindbergh brought his passion for conservation to Brazil. During his visit, he met with the President to advocate for the protection of the Amazon through national parks and nature preserves. In "Autobiography of Values," Lindbergh reflected, “Where our environment declines, both human and animal decline with it. I am amazed at how little this is generally understood…. I do not want to be of the generation that through blindness and indifference destroys the quality of life on our planet.”

This photo of Lindbergh was taken in Brazil.

Photo courtesy of Yale University Digital Archives.

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