Artifact Donation

Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum accepts donations of objects and archival materials that are of particular significance to the history of World War II, aviation and spaceflight in the Pacific. Due to space and mission constraints, we must give special consideration to such gifts before we can accept them to ensure they meet our specific collection goals and purpose.

In determining whether items should be acquired, we use the following criteria:

• The object is consistent with the Museum’s goals.
• It is be appropriate for exhibition purposes and proves useful as an educational tool within an exhibit.
• The object was associated with a notable, historical event related to World War II, the history of aviation, or spaceflight, or depict such an event.
• The object was owned by, associated with or created by a notable person associated with World War II, the history of aviation, or spaceflight.
• The object has significant intrinsic value because it is the best of its type or one of a kind.
• The object will contribute to research and scholarship in disciplines related to World War II, the history of aviation, or spaceflight.
• The object represents a technological innovation or invention associated with World War II, the history of aviation, or spaceflight.

Please consult our curatorial staff using the form below if you have questions about the donation of artifacts, memorabilia, and other objects of historical significance.