Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site
Designation: National Historic Site
Location: Alabama
📘 Park Overview
Before the first African American military pilots became known as the "Red Tails" they wore striped tails as they began their flight training in the Army's PT-17 Stearman bi-plane. Their flying adventure started at Moton Field, in Tuskegee, Alabama, where the Army Air Corps conducted a military test to determine if African Americans could be trained to fly combat aircraft.
🌤 Weather Information
The weather in Tuskegee is generally sunny, averaging around 218 sunny days annually. Average rainfall is 52 inches a year, with an average snowfall of 0 inches. The high temperature in July is around 92 degrees, and average low in January is around 42 degrees.
🚗 Directions
To reach Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site... From Atlanta, GA - Take I-85S towards Montgomery, AL for approximately 127 miles to Exit 38. Turn left at the stop sign and travel 1/2 mile and turn left on Chappie James Ave. Follow the signs to the Parking Area on left. Follow the path downhill to the Historic Site. From Montgomery, AL - Take I-85N towards Atlanta, GA for approximately 36 miles to Exit 38. Turn right at the stop sign and travel 1/2 mile and turn left on Chappie James Ave.
Images
One of the most beloved and recognized airplanes of World War II - North American P-51D Mustang
Credit: NPS Photo
Take a "Walk Back In Time" in Hangar #1 to see the faces and visit the places where cadets trained as America's first African-American military pilots and support crews.
Credit: NPS Photo
Many are amazed to learn of the vital role women played as part of the Tuskee "Airmen" Experience.
Credit: Air Force Historical Research Agency
Visitors are surprised to see the small size of the airplane in which First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt took a flight with Negro Pilot Charles A. Anderson.
Credit: NPS Photo
Come, experience the "power of place" where the Tuskegee Airmen blazed a trail that led to the civil rights movement.of the 1950's and 1960's.
Credit: NPS Photo
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Entrance Fees
No entrance fees listed.
Entrance Passes
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3-Day Weather Forecast
Friday, Apr 17
Sunny
High: 93.7°F | Low: 59.9°F
Humidity: 55%
Wind: 7.2 mph
Rain Chance: 0%
UV Index: 2.4
Sunrise: 06:11 AM
Sunset: 07:14 PM
Moon: New Moon (0%)
Visibility: 5 mi
Dew Point: 67.2°F
Cloud Cover: 0%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Saturday, Apr 18
Sunny
High: 82°F | Low: 63.9°F
Humidity: 66%
Wind: 8.5 mph
Rain Chance: 0%
UV Index: 2.4
Sunrise: 06:10 AM
Sunset: 07:15 PM
Moon: Waxing Crescent (1%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 66.6°F
Cloud Cover: 0%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Sunday, Apr 19
Overcast
High: 65.5°F | Low: 51.4°F
Humidity: 54%
Wind: 14.3 mph
Rain Chance: 0%
UV Index: 1.6
Sunrise: 06:09 AM
Sunset: 07:16 PM
Moon: Waxing Crescent (3%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 52.8°F
Cloud Cover: 0%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Park Alerts
Park Events
Ranger-led Talk at Hangar 2
Learn more about the Tuskegee Airmen
Date: Jan 30, 2026 12:00am to Jan 30, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Hangar 1 Talk
10 minute park ranger chat about Tuskegee Airmen.
Date: Feb 18, 2026 12:00am to Feb 18, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
STEM DAY 2026
Join us for STEM Day at Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 10:00 AM CT. This special event celebrates the donation of a remote-controlled P-51 Mustang model aircraft and will feature hands-on STEM activities focused on aerodynamics, force and motion, aircraft design, and engineering principles.
Programming will also highlight the historic flight training conducted at Moton Field during World War II. Living history interpretations of the U.S. Army Air Forces during World War II will be presented to enhance students’ understanding.
The event is open to K–12 students, educators, families, and the public. Schools planning to bring groups of 10 or more are required to make a reservation in advance.
Date: Apr 23, 2026 12:00am to Apr 23, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Visitor Center & Contacts
📍 Physical Address:
1616 Chappie James Ave.
Tuskegee, AL 36083
🏤 Mailing Address:
1616 Chappie James Ave.
Tuskegee, AL 36083
📞 Voice Phone: (334)421-0340
✉️ Email: tuai_information@nps.gov