Upcoming Events at Wings of the North
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Special Event: Monthly Movie/Speaker Night
December 4, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Local military historian Jim Johns will present the story of the Japanese attack of December 7, 1941, on the United States Navy base in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.
Information from the United States National Archives shows that, not only did US government officials in Washington, DC know about the “surprise” attack, but they intentionally did nothing to prevent it! Jim Johns will cover the amazing details leading up to this attack that finally caused the US to formally enter World War II.The first American-caused casualties of World War II occurred when a US Navy ship, the USS Ward, crewed by men from St. Paul, fired on and sank a two-man Japanese mini-submarine that was attempting to sneak into Pearl Harbor before the aerial attack started. The gun from the USS Ward was displayed for many years on the grounds of the Minnesota State Capitol but it is now on the move to a new location. Johns will cover this and other Minnesota ties to the Pearl Harbor attack.
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Volunteer Monthly Meeting/Marketing Meeting
January 15, 2026 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Want to find out what is happening at Wings of the North? Then join us the 3rd Thursday of every month as we meet to discuss WOTN activities, future plans and volunteer needs. The meetings are open to anyone interested in learning about WOTN as well as to our many fabulous volunteers!
Monthly Speaker Series
On Thursday, December 4, at 6:30PM, local military historian Jim Johns will present the story of the Japanese attack of December 7, 1941, on the United States Navy base in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. This program is part of the Wings of the North Air Museum’s Speaker Series that offers a free presentation on the first Thursday of each month, excluding holidays.
Information from the United States National Archives shows that, not only did US government officials in Washington, DC know about the “surprise” attack, but they intentionally did nothing to prevent it! Jim Johns will cover the amazing details leading up to this attack that finally caused the US to formally enter World War II.
The first American-caused casualties of World War II occurred when a US Navy ship, the USS Ward, crewed by men from St. Paul, fired on and sank a two-man Japanese mini-submarine that was attempting to sneak into Pearl Harbor before the aerial attack started. The gun from the USS Ward was displayed for many years on the grounds of the Minnesota State Capitol but it is now on the move to a new location. Johns will cover this and other Minnesota ties to the Pearl Harbor attack.
Air Mail – News From Wings of the North
Wings Quarterly – August 2025
From the Museum Director The summer has been busy at the Wings of the North Air Museum. In addition to our normal weekend hours, we have hosted several private tours and other events in the museum and we made appearances at other locations to promote WOTN. The July...
Wings Quarterly – June 2025
The weather is heating up and so are the activities at the Wings of the North Air Museum! In addition to our regular public hours on Saturdays and Sundays from 11am to 3pm we have hosted several other recent activities. On Saturday, April 12, we were proud to...
Pancake Breakfast on May 3, 2025
On Saturday, May 3, 2025, the Wings of the North Air Museum will hold its annual spring Pancake Breakfast in its hangars on Flying Cloud Airport in Eden Prairie. Hours are 8am to 11am or while supplies last. The cost is $10 per adult, $25 for a family of two adults...
Welcome to Wings of the North!
SKYWARD!
At WOTN, we believe in four core values that guide our efforts. They are:
• Love of Education
• Love of Industry
• Love of People
• Love of Flying
our Collection - Love of education
Our extensive collection features flying and static aircraft in addition to multiple displays, vehicles, a gallery and a gift shop.
Wings Restorations - love of industry
We are excited about the many projects going on in our restoration hangar which include planes and other historical artifacts. While Covid has complicated the process, we continue to make headway on the BT-15 with other projects waiting in the wings.
Our Volunteers! – Love Of People
Our Working Collection – Love Of Flying
SHOP ‘TIL YOU DESCEND!
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