Our Mission
The Alameda Naval Air Museum preserves and shares the history of Naval Air Station Alameda.
We provide educational tours, event spaces, and a historical library for public use.
Our mission is to educate, preserve, and inspire through the stories of naval aviation history.
Contact us via the form below or email us directly at **nasalamedamuseum@gmail.com**.
**Mailing Address:**
Alameda Naval Air Museum
2151 Ferry Point
Alameda, CA 94501-5093
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Museum Overview
Our museum preserves materials, photos, and stories from World War II through the base’s closure in 1997.
A grant from the Economic Development Agency funded $750,000 in upgrades to Building #77 in 2004.
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Volunteers
Volunteers established the museum to highlight Naval Air Station Alameda’s history and its support of the Pacific Fleet.
The museum shares stories from World War II, the Korean War, Vietnam, and Desert Storm.
Visitors can explore historic newspapers, including publications from Pearl Harbor, and relive pivotal moments in history.
Our collection includes artifacts, photos, models, guidebooks, uniforms, medals, and awards.
The museum aims to preserve the station’s legacy for future generations to learn and be inspired.
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Societal Impact
World War II changed society, bringing men, women, and minorities together in the workforce for the first time.
Health insurance and childcare were introduced to improve worker well-being, productivity, and retention.
Labor and government achieved record-breaking production by overhauling aircraft and engines at unprecedented speeds.
The war effort brought thousands to industrial production jobs, reshaping rural and urban communities nationwide.
In 1945, NAS Alameda had 45,000 personnel—almost double the city’s population of 25,000 residents.
The base covered one-third of Alameda Island.
Volunteers host visits for students and groups to learn about the history of Naval Air Station Alameda.
More than 250 trades united at NAS Alameda, creating a legacy of professionalism and craftsmanship.