Welcome to the Field of Firsts Foundation,
partner organization to the
College Park Aviation Museum!
College Park Airport is the world's oldest continuously-operating airport and the site of many "firsts" in aviation.
The College Park Aviation Museum celebrates the history of the College Park Airport and tells the remarkable stories of the "Field of Firsts."
The Field of Firsts Foundation fuels support for the College Park Aviation Museum, owned and operated by the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission. We invite you to join us for a visit or as a member to discover all the museum has to offer.
Supporting the
College Park Aviation Museum
The Field of Firsts Foundation is a non-profit foundation dedicated to raising funds to support the educational programs, special events, exhibits and conservation, and other work of the College Park Aviation Museum.
Membership is a vital source of support for the museum.
100% of your membership goes to support the College Park Aviation Museum!
PastPort to History:
Commemorating America’s 250th
In 2026, the United States of America turns 250!
M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County invites you to use the booklet PastPort to History: Commemorating America’s 250th, to discover the lived experiences and roles of Prince Georgians in American history.
The PastPort program will run January 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026.
Learn about free admission at all M-NCPPC sites in 2026, and more about the Pastport program, at the link below
This 250th, explore history and culture in your own backyard!
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Plan your visit
Open Tuesday-Sunday, 10am-4pm
Closed Mondays and holidays
About the museum
College Park Airport is the world's oldest continuously-operating airport, open since 1909.
The College Park Aviation Museum preserves and shares the exciting history of the airport, this "Field of Firsts."
Tours and Groups
The museum offers guided tours for schools and groups of 10 or more.