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My Story – Mark McBride

Member's Bio

I am a retired college Professor of History and High School history teacher and have been collecting and reenacting Civil War and WWII since I was in High School.

Our unit is dedicated to preserving military history, artifacts and the veterans who made it. We have worked with many museums and Historical Societies, but the Prairie Aviation Museum is our favorite because they have a great group of dedicated vets and people who believe in what they do and appreciate the small contribution we make with their Open Cockpit Days.

We have 2 WWII jeeps to maintain, they have all their aircraft to maintain and do a great job. Our main impressions include the 21st Illinois Volunteer Infantry for the Civil War and the First Special Service Force in WWII. 

 

My Story

Prairie Aviation Museum

2929 E Empire Street
Bloomington, IL 61704
309.663.7632

2025 Schedule

Closed until April 5, 2025
April 2025 Schedule – Open Saturdays and Sundays 11 – 3
May 2025 Schedule – Open Saturdays and Sundays 11 – 3
Open Cockpit Day –  May 17 10 – 3
June 2025 Schedule – Open Saturdays and Sundays 11 – 3
Open Cockpit Day –  June 21: 10 – 3
July 2025 Schedule – Open Saturdays and Sundays 11 – 3
Open Cockpit Day –  July 19: 10 – 3
August 2025 Schedule – Open Saturdays and Sundays 11 – 3
Open Cockpit Day –  August 16: 10 – 3
September 2025 Schedule – Open Saturdays and Sundays 11 – 3
Open Cockpit Day –  September 20: 10 – 3
October 2025 Schedule – Open Saturdays and Sundays 11 – 3

Closed November 2025 – Reopens April 4, 2026

Admission Fees:
Adults and children 12 years and older – $5.00.
Children 6 to 11 years of age – $3.00.
Children 5 and under – Free.
Museum members and Active military – Free

Special Event Day Admission:

6yrs. & older           $5.00

5yrs. & younger        Free

Museum members and Active military – Free

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Special Requests

We will attempt to accommodate special requests made in advance
by email or phone message (309)-663-7632.

Email: [email protected]

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