Peachtree City’s Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Airbase Georgia Warbird Museum recently received the prestigious TravelBlazers Award for its role in the new Georgia World War II Heritage Trail. The museum, which is one of nine attractions on the WW2 trial, has become a geographical cornerstone and favorite amongst visitors, proudly demonstrating the remarkable history Peachtree City contains. Kym Hughes, Executive Director of the CVB, expressed her enthusiasm for the city at the annual GAACVB conference in Savannah. As the museum remains a destination worth remembering, people from all over come here to honor the sacrifices made during the war effort.

The CAF Airbase Georgia Warbird Museum: Honoring Georgia’s World War II Heritage

Peachtree City is proud of its rich World War II heritage. This remarkable history is experienced daily at the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Airbase Georgia Warbird Museum, one of nine sites included in the new Georgia World War II Heritage Trail. This program connects important sites across the state to honor and commemorate Georgia’s contributions to the war effort. Recently, the CAF Airbase Georgia Warbird Museum was awarded the prestigious TravelBlazer Award in recognition of its commitment to preserving and educating visitors about this important part of our past.

Georgia Association of Convention and Visitors Bureaus Recognizes Heritage Trail with TravelBlazers Award

The Heritage Trail, which includes the CAF museum, was recently acknowledged by the Georgia Association of Convention and Visitors Bureaus at their annual conference in Savannah with the prestigious TravelBlazers Award. This award is given to recognize the creativity, passion, and teamwork displayed by community leaders which has resulted in a variety of new destination attractions and innovative ideas that make a significant economic impact on the community and enhance the region’s vitality.

The Warbird Museum: A Staple of Tourism in Peachtree City

Peachtree City is proud to be home to the Warbird Museum, a staple of tourism that has attracted visitors from around the world. The museum, which commemorates the sacrifices and determination of the era, has become a cornerstone for why people love to visit Peachtree City. Kym Hughes, Executive Director of the Peachtree City Convention and Visitors Bureau, expressed her enthusiasm for the city being part of the WWII Heritage Trail and looks forward to welcoming visitors from throughout the state.

Experience WWII History at The Flying Museum’s Heritage Days

The Flying Museum is an amazing collection of seven still-operating WWII-era aircraft, some of which can be experienced in flight. As an advocate for teaching the history of WWII, the museum hosts the oldest and largest WWII-themed event in Georgia every year. So remarkable is this event that it has been designated a Top-20 Event by the Southeast Tourism Society. This year’s Heritage Days will take place on Saturday, October 9th, and provides an incredible opportunity to get up close and possibly even inside these warbirds that were key to America’s victory in World War II. Although the museum is currently closed to the public, it will open in the fall and promises to be a spectacular celebration of The Greatest Generation and their immeasurable contributions to American and world history.

Visit Airbase Georgia and See WWII Aircraft Up Close

The CAF Airbase Georgia is an inspiring nonprofit organization that has been proudly serving Peachtree City since 1987. Home to seven WWII aircraft, including rare types such as the SBD Dauntless dive bomber and P-63A Kingcobra, this museum is supported by its 400 members who tirelessly donate their time and money. To learn more about the airbase and museum, visit www.airbasegeorgia.org, and don’t miss the opportunity to see the planes up close this October!

Ultimately, the CAF Airbase Georgia Warbird Museum is an incredibly significant part of Peachtree City. Through its rich historical ties to World War II, the museum has attracted visitors from around the world, and it has had a positive economic impact on the city. Furthermore, being featured as a part of the Georgia WWII Heritage Trail illustrated this great significance and earned the museum recognition in the form of the prestigious TravelBlazer Award. This incredible achievement has only added to the pride the people of Peachtree City feel when talking about their esteemed museum.