PBY Memorial Foundation Naval Heritage Center
The PBY MEMORIAL FOUNDATION, established September 22, 1998, is dedicated to the preservation of Naval aviation history, the PBY Catalina, and the Seaplane Base at Oak Harbor, Whidbey Island, Washington.
Our initial mission was to preserve the PBY and all seaplanes once based at the seaplane facility on Whidbey Island. We now include all aircraft that have been based and flown from NAS Whidbey Island from 1942 to the present day.
Beginning with the past and moving through to the present day, young and old alike will enjoy a memorable journey through history at the PBY Memorial Foundation Naval Heritage Center located at NAS Whidbey Island in Oak Harbor Washington. From display rooms dedicated to all wars and conflicts from WWII to today, to impressive artifacts, a flight simulator and more, the PBY Memorial Foundation Heritage Center promises to educate and entertain!
11 Display Rooms
Over 2500 sq. ft. house 11 display rooms dedicated to eras in history from WWII, the Korean Conflict, Vietnam, the Gulf War, Afghanistan and Iraq.
Artifacts
Interesting artifacts include an actual PBY nose turret, a Catalina engine, a PBY wing, vintage aircrew clothing and more... Including a Christmas card postmarked Dec. 6, 1941 - U.S.S. Utah. - one of the last pieces of mail to ever leave the ship before she was attacked and sunk in Pearl Harbor - Dec. 7, 1941.
Models
You'll find models of every aircraft ever flown out of NAS Whidbey Island since it first opened in 1942.
Flight Simulator
It's your time to fly! While visiting the PBY Memorial Foundation Naval Heritage Center, fly the PBY on our flight simulator. You'll get a better idea of how to fly the big Cat!
Missing Man Table and Honors Ceremony
Presented by the POW/MIA Public Awareness Project. The TABLE is small, set for one, symbolizing the failty of one prisoner against his captors. The TABLE is round to show our everlasting concern and commitment for our Men - still missing. The white TABLECLOTH symbolizes the purity of their intentions. This is a hallowed display to remind us they may still be alive, or at least find "closure". ....more
Library
Historical books, documents and photo files are available for viewing in our library.
Gift Shop
Caps, tee-shirts, totes, pins, books, videos, model kits, postcards and more.
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