Stafford Air & Space Museum

06/18/2026

This is exactly the kind of post we love to see!

We love hearing from visitors who discover something unexpected, inspiring, or unforgettable during their time at the museum. Whether you're exploring Oklahoma for the first time or have called it home for years, we hope every visit leaves you with a new appreciation for aviation, space exploration, and the incredible stories behind them.

Thank you for visiting, for supporting the museum, and for taking the time to tell others about your experience. We truly appreciate it!

WEATHERFORD Have you ever known about something for a really long time and just didn't bother to check it out? Well, that's my experience with the Stafford Air & Space Museum in Weatherford. As I've said before, I would often visit family and friends in Amarillo so I passed through Weatherford all t...

06/18/2026

What a pleasure it was to welcome the Route 66 Centennial Caravan for lunch yesterday as they continue their journey along America’s Mother Road. Thank you for stopping by and allowing us to be part of this historic celebration.

We were especially honored to have the opportunity to recognize and pay tribute to Dr. Baker with a special memorial display during the luncheon.

Safe travels as you continue your adventure down Route 66—we wish you many memorable miles ahead and look forward to cheering you on from Weatherford!

06/18/2026

A huge thank you to Ruben on the Road for shining a spotlight on the Stafford Air & Space Museum!

We are honored to be featured and grateful for the opportunity to share the incredible story of General Thomas P. Stafford, the history of aviation and space exploration, and all that makes our museum a must-see destination along Route 66.

Visitors from around the world continue to discover Weatherford, Oklahoma and the amazing artifacts, exhibits, and experiences found right here at SASM. We appreciate Ruben helping spread the word and inspiring more travelers to add the museum to their journey.

If you haven't seen the feature yet, be sure to check it out—and if you're traveling Route 66, make plans to stop by and experience one of the nation's premier aerospace museums!

Thank you, Ruben, for your support of museums, history, and the stories that connect us all.

As the Route 66 Centennial Caravan continues across the Mother Road, Ruben on the Road stops in the Stafford Air and Space Museum.

06/17/2026

We loved getting to show Ruben on the Road around the museum! We are so grateful for opportunities like this to share General Stafford’s story and mission for the museum. Thank you, NewsChannel10 for helping us maintain the legacy!

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06/16/2026

🚀 Trivia Tuesday!

How fast does the International Space Station travel as it orbits Earth?

The answer: about 17,500 miles per hour!

At that speed, astronauts aboard the ISS orbit Earth about every 90 minutes which is roughly 16 orbits per day.

Did you learn something new?

06/15/2026

Take a trip down memory lane! 📸

We've added a new "Event Photos" section to our website where you can browse pictures from some of our previous events. Whether you're looking for familiar faces, favorite memories, or just want to see what we've been up to, be sure to check it out!

Click the link below to explore our Event Photos gallery and relive the fun.

06/14/2026

Today, we honor the American flag — a timeless symbol of freedom, resilience, sacrifice, and the opportunity to dream big.

Here at the Stafford Air & Space Museum, we are proud to preserve the legacies and stories of the aviators, astronauts, and trailblazers who carried the spirit of the American flag into the skies and beyond our atmosphere.

Happy Flag Day!

06/12/2026

This is your sign to plan your next adventure!🚀✨

Come find out why Weatherford, Oklahoma is known as "Space City on Route 66" here at the Stafford Air & Space Museum. Whether you're a space enthusiast, history buff, or a roadtrip adventurer, this is a stop you won't want to miss.

06/09/2026

🛰️ Welcome to our first Tuesday Trivia!

Today's question: What was the name of NASA's first human space program?

If you guessed Mercury, you're correct!

Project Mercury was NASA's first human spaceflight program, helping send the first Americans into space and laying the groundwork for the missions that followed.

Did you know the name, or did you learn something new today?

06/08/2026

Houston, we have grass!🌱⭐

One of the most noticeable changes at Shooting Star Park lately has been all the new greenery. What was once mostly dirt and equipment is starting to look like the community gathering place we've all been waiting for.

Thanks to GreenShade for all the hard work that's gone into every square foot of this project.

There's still more to come, but we're getting closer every day. Mark your calendars for our grand opening on July 18th and keep an eye out for more progress updates!