Columbia Air Center—Determined to Fly
Fundraising Campaign
College Park Aviation Museum has been developing the permanent exhibition Columbia Air Center – Determined to Fly in collaboration with community members since 2022.
This exhibition will feature groundbreaking new research, never-before displayed artifacts and images, and innovative, engaging digital elements.
The exhibition is set to open Fall 2025, and you can help fund this project to its completion.
Why you can make a difference and support local history
The groundbreaking exhibition Columbia Air Center—Determined to Fly is an opportunity to demonstrate your meaningful commitment to fostering local history, community, diversity and inclusion.
By sponsoring the exhibition, you will be contributing to:
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Preserving the overlooked history of the nation’s first licensed Black-owned and operated airport
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Supporting unrepresented communities and local stories
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Enhancing lifelong learning at the museum for K-12 students through interactive displays and hands-on exhibits
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Cultivating the Humanities and STEM
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Enhancing accessibility and relevance of information for visitors of all ages and abilities
How to support
To directly donate to the Columbia Air Center—Determined to Fly exhibition, please click the button below.
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You can also donate directly to the Field of Firsts Foundation
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Attend the Columbia Air Center—Determined to Fly Exhibition Preview Fundraiser event on Saturday May 3, 2025. The event will be from 2-4pm. Details coming soon.
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Learn more about the
Columbia Air Center History Project
Current exhibition supporters
Field of Firsts Foundation, Inc.
Natural and Historic Resources Division, M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County
Information Technology Services Division, M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County
Anacostia Trails Heritage Area, Maryland Heritage Areas Program
The Jones Family, Herbert Jones III and Rodney Jones
Maryland Humanities Marilyn Hatza Memorial SHINE Grant Program
More visitor information
Membership
Join the Field of Firsts Foundation and support the museum
Exhibits
Learn more about the aircraft and stories featured in the museum
Plan your visit
Open Tuesday-Sunday, 10am-4pm
Closed Mondays and holidays