Autogyros, Falcons, Wonder Woman and More at Helicopter Museum’s FatherFest.
American Helicopter Museum and Education Center (AHMEC) offers another unforgettable Father’s Day during its annual FatherFest on Sunday, June 16, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. This year’s theme is “Autogyro Fly-In” and it offers something for everyone. The fun day has classic cars and motorcycles; the Mobile Mess Hall, Haute Wheels and Zac’s Burgers food trucks; Malvern’s Locust Lane Brewery beer garden; sweet treats from Kona Ice and Baked Cookies and Dough; sports-oriented inflatable games; and helicopter rides (additional cost). An interesting, informative talk by Captain Scott Anderson, Commander of U. S. Coast Guard Sector Delaware Bay, occurs in the theatre, and The Falconry Girl, Sean Young, presents a birds of prey demonstration and exhibition in the gallery.
Additional entertainment entails DJ music by Full Moon Entertainment, Larry Smythe’s M.A.S.H. military collection, Out of the Box Robotics Team demonstrations and even special appearances by Wonder Woman and Captain America! Dogs from Paws for People™ Pet-Assisted Visitation Volunteer Services are available for petting, and items Concord Pet Foods & Supplies are available for sale.
Admission is $10.00 per person. Purchase tickets in advance until June 14 by calling the museum at 610-436-9600 or via the website at www.americanhelicopter.museum.
Helicopter rides cost $60.00 per person and are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis beginning at 11:00 a.m. until 2 p.m. Purchase helicopter ride gift certificates in advance by calling the museum at 610-436-9600 or via the website at www.americanhelicopter.museum. Gift certificates are good for a year from the purchase date.
Advance registration for participating in the classic car and motorcycle show is $7.00 per vehicle for the driver and one passenger. Purchase registration in advance by calling the museum at 610-436-9600 or via the website at www.americanhelicopter.museum until June 13.
Phone: 610-436-9600
Email: info@americanhelicopter.museum
2019/06/16 - 2019/06/16
American Helicopter Museum & Education Center
1220 American Boulevard, West Chester, PA 19380
Free parking. Handicap accessible.