The Museum was blessed to be selected as a recepient of the Culture Care Fund Grant. Funding for these grants has been provided by the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) and administered by the Louisiana Endowment of the Humanities (LEH) as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act economic stabilization plan. Thank you to the … Read More
June Newsletter
A message from our CEO. As the guidelines for quarantine and isolation are being relaxed, we are finding ourselves a little unsure how to proceed back to a “normal” life. Meeting the needs of our veterans and our community is always our primary mission, and we were very glad when we were able to have our … Read More
Museum is now open
The Museum has resumed normal operation hours as of May 25, 2020. Visitors are encouraged to wear masks. If you do not have one, they are available for no charge upon entry. Hand sanitizer stations are available throughout the Museum. Visitors are asked to follow all directional signage designed to facilitate social distancing. For any questions, call (318) 362-5540.
Annual Run now a virtual event
The 7th Annual Run for the Red, White & Blue 5K/1K is now a virtual event! The Run for the Red, White & Blue 5K/1K is held each Memorial Day weekend to support the Chennault Aviation & Military Museum and honor our active services members and veterans. This year our priority is the health and safety of you, your family, and … Read More
Healthcare Worker Press Release
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline E. Smalling E-mail: caroline@chennaultmuseum.org Phone: 318.362.5540 CHENNAULT MUSEUM & CONSUL GENERAL OF CHINA HELP FEED HEALTH CARE WORKERS Monroe, La (May 6, 2020) — Chennault Aviation & Military Museum celebrates healthcare workers by working with the Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Houston to provide 1,000 meals to St. … Read More
Helping the French Underground
Helping the French Underground Frank A Serio was a World War II veteran, and began his military career as a second lieutenant in the U S. Army Air Corp. in Santa Ana, California. Frank served in the European Theatre with the 413th Bombardment Squadron of the 96th Bomb Group of the 8th Air Force. During his tour, Frank flew 29, … Read More
April Newsletter
A message from our CEO. Our nation is in the middle of a crisis like we have never experienced before. As we walk through this unchartered territory, we have seen the best and the worst of people’s reactions. That is why history museums, like the Chennault Aviation & Military Museum, are so very important. They are here to remind us … Read More
Temporary closure
To all of our members and friends: It is with regret and disappointment that we will be temporarily closing the Chennault Aviation & Military Museum. Weekly we have many visitors from out of state and internationally, so out of concern for our community we feel it is in the best interest of all concerned to close the museum at least this … Read More