Freedom's View: Exploring the Ford Island Control Tower's Legacy

From Decay to Glory, 10 Years to Restore History. Now We Celebrate 3 Years of Sharing It! After a decade of restoration, the Ford Island Control Tower opened to the public on May 28, 2022. Once marked by deterioration due to the passage of time and harsh weather conditions, it now it stands as a powerful symbol of America’s sacrifice and strength, offering visitors a place to reflect, connect with history, and honor the legacy of those who served on December 7, 1941. To celebrate this milestone,

The Ford Island Control Tower, today part of the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, still stands sentinel over the site of the attack of December 7, 1941. Find out how preserving this piece of history, honors and tells the story of the 75 years of peace since. #DoDRemembers75 | AFN Pacific

Get ready to rock on historic Ford Island! 🎸 🤘 As part of the 80th Commemoration of the End of WWII — presented by the Bob & Dolores Hope Foundation — Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum is proud to host a FREE outdoor concert featuring: 🇺🇸 Gary Sinise & the Lt. Dan Band – led by actor and philanthropist Gary Sinise, delivering an electrifying mix of rock, pop, and uplifting anthems that honor America’s heroes 🌺 Mākaha Sons with Hālau Hula ʻO Nāpunaheleonāpua – opening the show with the heart, sou

Throwback to a moment this past summer when history took flight—literally! 🚁 During the 80th Commemoration of the End of WWII, this Navy MH-60 Seahawk lifted off from our historic grounds on Ford Island creating one of those rare moments where past, present, and future all intersect. Here, history is carefully preserved—from the aircraft to the stories of those who served. But moments like this remind us that the mission doesn’t stop at remembrance. It continues forward, sparking curiosity, ser

A look at our restored elevator in the Ford Island Control Tower! A special thank you to @uhaul for their generous support to restore this iconic elevator - allowing us to transport visitors to the upper cab for the Top of the Tower Tour! Visit our website to learn more about the Top of the Tower Tour opening Memorial Day 2022! *Stay tuned for a look inside*. #PearlHarborAviationMuseum #FordIslandControlTower | Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum