American LaFrance Fire Truck
Built in 1922 and used in Lexington, NC
from the 1920s to the 40s.
Photo by David Watson
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The Master Mechanic's Office, built in 1911, once housed the head of operations for Spencer Shops, but today the Wagons, Wheels, and Wings exhibit hall and the Gift Station fill the historic structure.
Displays trace the history of all forms of transportation in the state, including a Conestoga Wagon, a corduroy road, and an amphibious plane built by a North Carolinian in his backyard!
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At various times throughout the year, visitors age 7 to 15 can fly the
Piedmonster Flight Simulator.
Thanks to a donation from the Piedmont Silver Eagles Charitable Funds, Inc. the Museum has
received the "Piedmonster" - a GAT 1 (General Aviation Trainer) simulator from the 1950s. |
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Kids can climb inside the “Piedmonster”
and operate the simulator while receiving
lessons on proper flight techniques from former Piedmont Airlines pilots and crew members.
Photo by Pete Prunkl |
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Photo by David Watson |
The museum also has an extensive collection of Piedmont Airlines artifacts and memorabilia.
In the photo to the left, two flight attendant outfits and a pilot's uniform are on display. |
Hot air balloon basket
Photo by David Watson |
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Trap Carriage manufactured in the early 1900s |
Andrew Holshouser of Rowan County built the Conestoga wagon prior to 1810.
Photo by David Watson |
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There's much more to see in the Wagons, Wheels, and Wings exhibit, and the best part is that it is FREE to view the exhibits at the N.C. Transportation Museum.
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