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No. 1 BFTS Museum Inc.
119 Silent Wings Blvd, Terrell, TX 75160, United States
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Ma
Review №1

Thank you so much for sharing this piece of history with us! We really enjoyed it and recommend for all ages.

Ki
Review №2

Went to an air show here and had a lot of fun. Great group of knowledgeable people! The museum itself is pretty impressive. They have displays from several time periods and it’s definitely worth visiting.

Av
Review №3

Awesome collection of WWII artifacts takes you down memory lane almost nostalgic

Je
Review №4

My 4 y/o had a ton of fun! People are super nice. Great place. Cant wait for the next Air Show!

Do
Review №5

Very good military museum. Great history of the training of British pilots.

br
Review №6

Very nice museum. Well worth the trip

Sa
Review №7

This museum commemorates the forgotten, clandestine training of British pilots before and during American involvement in World War II. As part of the allied Lend-Lease agreement, Terrell, Texas played a key role in helping to defeat the Germans by training British, Canadian and eventually American boys to fly. It was the first and the largest of six BFTS training bases in the United States. Well organized, clean and comprehensive exhibits, friendly and knowledgeable staff, this newly remodeled museum is a joy to visit and fun way to learn.

La
Review №8

This was my first visit to the museum and I was awe struck and felt very inspired by all the history and sacrifices that were made by these young men.

To
Review №9

What a hidden (and free) gem! I brought a friend with a disability here to look at the planes. The staff was so sweet to us, and they even gave my friend wings as we left! So much great information and a very cool piece of history that I had never heard of. How interesting that the Brits ended up in Texas, by way of Canada! Please visit if you can and make sure to sign in!!!!

An
Review №10

Thank you for a very enjoyable visit. It was very heart warming to see how warmly our boys were welcomed. Without this school, the brave volunteers of the RAF Eagle Squadron and the USA eventually joining us in the war England might have been speaking German today.Graham and Anntoinette Baker,Westonsuper-mare, England

Je
Review №11

Loved visiting here, very informative, fascinating and historic! If you love local war history its a gold mine! Highly suggest anyone check it out. Its off the beaten path but so worth the drive! WWII hidden secrets about US training British pilots for the RAF.

Ni
Review №12

The museum is truly a great place to learn about our history.

Ja
Review №13

This is just a wonderful museum. Unique history and the staff are absolutely incredible, all of them. Make the time to stop by, you will not regret it.

Le
Review №14

Great place to visit. its a good day trip form Lewisville area.

Sh
Review №15

Great place for history and air force connections between US and Britain WWll.

Mo
Review №16

Great local history! Ive been to this museum at least 3 times in the past 3 years. They have recently updated the inside of the museum and the cohesiveness of the items inside are much more noticeable. My children as well as adult family enjoyed visiting this piece of local history. The curators are usually on site and very knowledgeable about the items on display. Wonderful place to visit for more information on an important part of our WW2 history. Was a little boring for my youngest child (2 at the time) but there is so much here for everyone else it is worth the visit. Ill go back again for sure!!

D
Review №17

If you are interested in WW II history, military history, or just north central Texas history, you want to check this place out. In WW II when the Germans were invading European countries, Britain did not have a place to train pilots. So, Roosevelt quietly let Churchill send their pilots to the US to train as the US originally wanted to appear neutral. The Terrell Airport was one of the few places they trained and its the only location that has preserved its heritage. Very nice little museum. A former mayor of Terrell was one of those British pilots who returned to Terrell after the war and married a local girl.

Jo
Review №18

Amazing museum dedicated to a crucial part of the European Air War. Thank you Mr Taylor for the wonderful explanations during the tour you walked us through!

We
Review №19

I didnt realize this museum was here. So glad we stopped by. And the best thing is we didnt have to drive to dallas to go to a museum.

Ea
Review №20

A well kept secret, but it shouldnt be. While not an extravagant museum, it sure does have some wonderful WWII memorabilia. If you want to spend some time enjoying a great little hidden gem with a lot to offer, put this on your list!

La
Review №21

What a great experience! So much history right here in our backyard.

Ti
Review №22

Great time, great stories. A lot of material for a small museum honoring the relationship of Texas and Britian in WW2

Ju
Review №23

Royal Air Force pilots were trained in Terrell, Texas during WW2, then returned home to Britain to fight. Their history is preserved here, to be shared with all generations.

Ga
Review №24

Great museum, great people who are happy to explain the items. Nice for a visit.

ji
Review №25

A lot to be learned of WW II history

Je
Review №26

Describe my experience it says.Very humbling. Very informative.Ask about the 20 young men who lost their lives while training here, then go visit the 20. They are located at the Oakland Cemetery in Terrell, through the main gate and 100 yrds down on the right. Cant miss them.Theyll know you are there to visit them, youll know they are there to visit with you.

Ju
Review №27

BFTS is the most amazing place and I love to come to the remembrance day service and tea, its a little slice of home. Thank you so much for keeping alive the memories of my fellow countrymen I that little piece of England.

Ra
Review №28

Had a great time at the airshow

Ra
Review №29

Very big selection of planes a lot of detail and a wide variety very good Museum

Da
Review №30

Loved it. My father was not trained here, but rather in Canada. Flew the hump for the Royal Air Force in WWII.

Ro
Review №31

Wonderful step back in history of the brave men and women that served our country

Gr
Review №32

Love the history, Friendly staff, cant wait for the Fly In on Sept. 22

Ro
Review №33

Awesome step back in history ....Wonderful hosts, interesting collection.......

So
Review №34

History is wonderful. Great displays and knowledge of the items on display.

Ru
Review №35

Great museum; friendly and informative staff. New renovations look great!

An
Review №36

Nice piece of history...

Sc
Review №37

Nice, bit small museum. Hard to believe the little town of Terrell TX played a major part in WWII.

Ms
Review №38

Loved the museum! Had no idea about it.

Cy
Review №39

Very neat place, great musem, very informative and great staff highly recommended. .

Je
Review №40

It has the history of the British flying school

Ji
Review №41

Great histroy lesson

Li
Review №42

Great place full of rich history!

Ja
Review №43

GREAT piece of local HISTORY well presented

lo
Review №44

Awesome displays

La
Review №45

Awesome museum, a must see!

Gr
Review №46

This is a must see for all Terrell citizens!!!

To
Review №47

Great History here and museum

Su
Review №48

Always friendly and interesting

Ty
Review №49

Enjoyed ourselves, thank you

ah
Review №50

Good

Ph
Review №51

My father was in course No.26 teained on AT 6s.

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  • Address:119 Silent Wings Blvd, Terrell, TX 75160, United States
  • Site:https://bftsmuseum.org/
  • Phone:+1 972-551-1122
Categories
  • Museum
  • Tourist attraction
Working hours
  • Monday:10am–4pm
  • Tuesday:10am–4pm
  • Wednesday:10am–4pm
  • Thursday:10am–4pm
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:Closed
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Restaurant:No
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