Burbank Aviation Museum: A Shrine to Flight

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Explore Burbank's aviation heritage at the Portal of the Folded Wings, a unique museum honoring flight pioneers and local aircraft manufacturing.

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The Burbank Aviation Museum, also known as the Portal of the Folded Wings, is located within Valhalla Memorial Park. It celebrates Burbank's rich aviation history with exhibits and memorabilia honoring aviation pioneers.

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3898 Valhalla Dr, Burbank, California, 91505, US
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Sunday 1 pm-3 pm

Local tips

The museum is only open on Sundays from 1 PM to 3 PM, so plan your visit accordingly.
Check the weather forecast before visiting, as the museum may close on cold or rainy days.
Consider exploring Valhalla Memorial Park, where the museum is located, to see the Portal of the Folded Wings and the final resting places of aviation pioneers.

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Getting There

Driving

The Burbank Aviation Museum is located within Valhalla Memorial Park at 3898 Valhalla Dr, Burbank, CA 91505. From the I-5 freeway, exit at Burbank Boulevard and head east. Turn left onto Valhalla Drive. The entrance to the cemetery will be on your right. Drive straight, and the Portal of the Folded Wings will be visible. Parking is available within the cemetery grounds. Parking is free.
Public Transport

To reach the Burbank Aviation Museum via public transport, take the Metro Bus Line 94 from the Burbank Town Center towards North Hollywood. Get off at the 'Valhalla Dr & N 4th St' stop. Walk south on N 4th St to Valhalla Dr, and turn left. Continue walking for about 0.3 miles until you reach the Burbank Aviation Museum located at 3898 Valhalla Dr. A single ride on Metro Bus is $1.75.
Rideshare

For a direct route to the Burbank Aviation Museum, use a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft. Enter 'Burbank Aviation Museum' or the address '3898 Valhalla Dr, Burbank, CA 91505' into the app. The driver will take you directly to the museum within Valhalla Memorial Park. Rideshare costs from Downtown Burbank typically range from $10-$20.

Discover more about Burbank Aviation Museum

Nestled within the serene Valhalla Memorial Park, the Burbank Aviation Museum, also known as the Portal of the Folded Wings, stands as a tribute to the pioneers of flight and Burbank's significant role in aviation history. The museum is housed within a 75-foot-tall shrine, adorned with marble, mosaics, and sculptures, which was originally built in 1924 as the grand entrance to the cemetery. The museum's collection includes a variety of aircraft models, vintage photographs, and historical artifacts that chronicle the evolution of aviation. Exhibits tell the stories of those who contributed to commercial and military aviation. The Portal of the Folded Wings itself serves as the final resting place for fifteen aviation pioneers, with bronze plaques memorializing Americans who dedicated their lives to advancing the air age. Burbank has a rich aviation history, with companies like Lockheed making significant contributions. During World War II, Lockheed produced thousands of aircraft in Burbank. The Portal of the Folded Wings was dedicated as a shrine to aviation on December 17, 1953, the 50th anniversary of powered flight. Today, the museum preserves and showcases memorabilia related to the area's aviation designers and builders. Visitors can explore the museum on Sundays from 1 PM to 3 PM.