Numerous artifacts and memorabilia associated with scientific, competitive and record-setting flights are on display, including trophies, photos, and an extensive pin collection. The Museum collection is on permanent loan from the Balloon Federation of America. Groups are welcome, and should make arrangements ahead of time for a tour or visit. Bus driver and tour guide admitted free of charge. Tours can be adjusted according to the time the group can be present at the museum.
Videos are also available to inform and entertain visitors.
Growing Pains Construction of the museum began in 1986 and was paid off in 1995. Like most museums, the need for space and new exhibits always seems to be at the top of the wish list. The National Balloon Museum is no exception. On Going Displays One includes information and photographs which depict military balloon training during World War I at Fort Omaha in Nebraska. The other consists of trophies and momentos loaned by World Hot Air Balloon Champion, Bill Arras of Redmond, Oregon .