8th Air Force Museum - Barksdale AFB

88 Shreveport Rd
Barksdale AFB, LA 71110

318-456-4171 | 318-752-0055

Amenities

Disabled Traveler Information:Handicapped AccessibleFacility Amenities:Bus ParkingGeneral Information:Dates closed: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Day
Guest Information:Family Friendly, Meeting/Tour groups welcomeRate Information:Free AdmissionSuitable for Ages:All Ages

Property Description

Home to the 2nd Bomb Wing and the Mighty 8th Air Force, Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana is situated on over 22,000 acres of land in the NW corner of Louisiana. Barksdale warriors and B-52s have a proud tradition serving both at home and abroad in support of the Global War on Terrorism; they have played vital roles in combat operations supporting Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan and Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Directions

1-20 Exit 22. Head South on Airline Drive. Turn Left to head East on Old Minden Rd. Turn Right on North Gate Road - Check in at North (Bossier) Gate of Barksdale AFB

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