I have lived down the road from MAPS for many years, but I didn't realize all they do. If you like aviation and/or history, I highly suggest giving this place a visit. They have older airplanes that you can see, and different rooms dedicated to different things such as war items and art. It was really interesting to go learn and all the staff there were super helpful and more than happy to share their knowledge with us. read more

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What an amazing time at the MAPS air museum! The girls were able to sit in several helicopters, go inside of cargo planes and learn so much! read more

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Aviation has always been a passion of mine. So much so that I became a flight attendant in my mid-30s as a second career. This place is SO COOL. I came with my dad, because they were hosting an event, kind of like a resource fair for veterans. Aside from there being some really cool swag to take home with us, we also got to explore the museum itself. My dad can't do a whole lot of walking, so we didn't get to see everything in its entirety, but I did get to sit on a jumpseat on one of the aircrafts and enjoy quite a bit on this beautiful October day. I can't believe how many planes they had on display outside and how cool they are about allowing you to see them up-close, and in some cases even being able to crawl inside. I especially loved the military hospital tent, and I found that to be just as interesting as the planes. I will be back again with my son. I think he would love it here too. read more

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If I'm the area and you love aircraft and aircraft historical- this is your place Lots of restored aircraft from all eras. Most tours are guided and your entry included the tour guide. Well worth the time and cost. read more

An awesome mid-size aviation museum. In town for an event, we happened to see the sign for this on the highway. I had no idea there was an air museum up here. The next day Sweetie and I stopped by. We didn't have long, and she was tired so she only came in for a few minutes before going to the car to rest. We happened to come on the day of their pancake breakfast, so it was pretty busy. I'm sure things had been rearranged, too, to accomodate the tables. It was still laid out pretty well, with lots of planes inside along with engines, missiles, you name it. Good info on the displays too. Outside, many planes were lined up, with quite a few opened up. (I assume these came from inside.) Mainly military, since that is the mission of the museum (Military Aircraft Preservation Society,) though there are a few civilian planes. There's a fair-sized gift shop with a good selection and quite a few books and models. I would come back in a heartbeat. I'm glad they're doing well. read more

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I have seen a lot of museums, but MAPS is clearly off the better ones! They do a better job of giving a full picture, of over several wars and the people, both men and women, who served in military and volunteers. In equipment IT is very well displayed and portray in the real planes and light weapons and their models! Last time here they also had a few classic planes do a fly in and even offered actual flights in some. Now MAPS have grown to have many planes outside. Their size and numbers being too big for their large buildings! The building still has several planes inside were you get up close and personal with them! The Massillon Military Museum closed, but gave MAPS their collection of displays! MAPS has a second floor dedicated to those excellent displays easily accessible by elevator! MAPS also has a section for noted Hero's of several wars! Complete with personal and military equipment used by these men and women. Our group of seven (5 women, 2 men) were all impressed with the Museum! Important items to note: they have several tour guides that can take several groups through and give interesting facts about various items and people! They can allow people to operate an aircraft gun (no shooting, LOL) that makes it fun to observe or do! Restrooms are clean, floors were kept clean. There is plenty of parking up close in their parking lots! They have several handicap parking as well! The whole place is handicap accessible! Some short stairs may be a problem for a few! Their gift shop is large with a wide variety of items from Noel's to clothing and much in-between. See my many pictures! read more

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I happened to show up on a day when the MAPS Air Museum was having an air show of planes from World War II. The cost of admission was $15 per adult. I could have ridden in one of the planes for $400-$3,400 per person, but maybe next time... Inside the building were a souvenir store and exhibits about heroes from World War II. Outside were planes from World War II through more modern times, as well as helicopters and military vehicles. They also had a tent that contained old medical supplies (e.g., beds, stethoscope, autoclave, bandages, microscope, test tubes, and dental tools). I have visited many air museums throughout the country, and this one is medium-sized and is worth a visit especially during a special event such as the air show. Check out their website for their list and dates of special events. read more

We got married here and had the absolute best time. My guests loved going through the museum during cocktail hour. Great museum and great staff! read more

Amazing place. Tour guide was great. Former AF pilot who served in Vietnam. Will be going back to look at the outdoor plane displays. Surprised at the size of the collection. read more

This is a complete GEM! There is a rich variety of aircraft covering over 100 years. We visited on a Thursday and had an amazing tour guide. He was very friendly and knowledgeable adding to the entire visit! We will be back! read more

This museum is amazing. A guide for a tour is available upon request or you are welcome to tour on your own. A guide is able to give you little interesting tidbits as you go along, but everything is clearly labeled with details. It's a good trip for the family. There are even planes that people are welcome to climb into and out of the get a better idea of what it would have been like for the pilots of the time. The little hall of heroes is a marvelous way to help convey the stories of our war heroes of all races and genders from World War I to Vietnam. There is a small area dedicated to more current heroes from Iraq. MAPS seems to concentrate more on World War II, as we still have a few Veterans alive today to help preserve this history. I highly recommend a trip to MAPS. read more

MAPS Air Museum - The Martin Glider - Museums Near Me - North Canton, Ohio

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Wonderful Museum. For any military or plane enthusiast it's a wonderful tribute to the history of flight, and the brave men and women who developed flight, and protect our nation. You can get the full tour in about two hours, as a casual observer. But for those who wish to invest their time MAPS is an endless repository of knowledge. The staff is amazing, kind, and always willing to entertain any question. A must see for anyone young and old. read more

A hidden gem in Canton. A slice of military history honoring all branches of service! You can get up close and even sit in some of the displays. read more

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Put this on your list to visit. Wonderful indoor space and many aircraft right outside on the tarmac. Multiple exhibits, interactive computer screens, various aircraft in every stage of restoration from just starting to finished. Knowledgeable staff and ample parking. Plenty to see regarding Ohio aviation and aviators. read more

Call ahead to see if the kids can go inside the planes. If not I'd say it's for ages 9 and older. Lots of reading, really good museum for Airplane enthusiasts. read more

Another night, another event, and reason to go to MAPS! Terrific venue, great food, and the staff was so very attentive!

MAPS is a fantastic place to spend a day with your family. Come look at the almost 40 airplanes on display from a 1908 glider to a F-14 Tomcat, and soon a F-16. They have a really nice display room as well. read more

MAPS Air Museum - Museums Near Me - North Canton, Ohio

I went here on a whim with my parents, and was overjoyed at such a facility. The staff is friendly and intelligent, and they're content to let you make your own way through the museum as well as give guidance. I'm sort of a history buff, and their collection of Century - series fighters from the Vietnam era is second only to Dayton's. While they might not all have that "showroom shine" we expect from museum pieces, they're restored by volunteers, they are FAR more interactive than any ones I have ever been around. They have a used, living history feel to them; looking at that F-100 Super Sabre makes me think that's what it would have looked like in country in Vietnam, and that gives me a greater appreciation for what's been done here. The Hall of Heroes was a great surprise. It's all artifacts from local veterans, and makes you think about the people you walk by every day- how many of them had these experiences? read more

This is a nice little aviation museum. I love all the history in here and being able to get up and close to the aircraft. It always amazes me to see the level of engineering on these planes and the several other items they have here. The place is not huge, so it allows you to get in, tour, and get out without spending a whole day. The planes and items vary, many WW2 era as well as cold war era items. Some planes are board able, which is always cool! They also had a big display of Triumph bikes, caught me off guard but some nice bikes! read more

I dropped on in during a family visit. My girl checked out all their exhibits in their a/c display room & I scoped out all the a/c in the hanger & the flight line. there are some great a/c here in various degrees of static display, love them all! the staff are super friendly and informative. they have a nice little gift shop to check as well. Good fun for all ages, chock full of excitement & history. read more

This is a nice museum that is attached to the Akron canton airport.It is an entire hanger that is just Huge and has a yard outside to see even more planes.Everyone working there were veterans and were happy to tell us all about the planes they flew and what there time in the war was like.All the people were nice and my experience was great. read more

Great place to visit. This museum is full of airplanes and the history behind them. The Hall Of Heroes is enclosed and temperature maintained to preserve the uniforms and exhibits. read more

Such a great museum. Took my 2 yr old son and father in law. It was his first time there and he loved it. My son got to sit in a lot of the aircraft. The staff is very friendly and let my son sit in some things that normally they don't allow. I have been here many times and always see something different and the staff is great. read more

Took my 2.5 and 4.5 year old and they loved it. More so the 4.5 year old boy. It was bigger than we thought and worth the trip. Someone even took us into the warehouse where they restore the planes. read more

Nice but...........................unfortunately the tour guide we had for our visit somehow felt we'd be interested in his ability to memorize technical data.......we weren't.....He reminded us of Gettysburg tour guides of the same mentality, reciting minor details will somehow impress others with intelligence.......Can't recommend when there are so many other places in Ohio alone so much better read more

Took the grandson and a friend to Canton to see Football of Fame, and saw the brochure for MAPS, and was going to make a quick stop in there before heading to Erie Pa. and o to the Falls. Short stop ended being about 3 hrs. The boys had a great time. They even thought it w as better than Hall of Fame. Great Job to all!!!!! P.s. loved the C-47, my father made 3 combat jumps from one of these....Sicily, Salerno, and France. read more