Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome

Hudson Valley


This museum, a short drive north of the center of Rhinebeck, has a collection of vintage planes and other related vehicles and artifacts that date back to 1900. On weekends you can watch an air show or take a ride in an old biplane.


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