Veterans Appreciation MAPS & McKinley Day Trip – June 2025
Calling All Veterans
At Lorain County Veterans Service Commission, our mission is clear: to honor and support the brave women and men who have served in the United States military. Every day, we strive to find new ways to express our gratitude and appreciation for their sacrifices.
Back by popular demand is an all-expense-paid trip for veterans to the the McKinley Museum and Library followed by the MAPS Air Museum in North Canton.
We’d be honored to have you with us.
William McKinley Presidential Library & Museum
First, we head to the McKinley Library & Museum, where we begin our journey through history. We’ll take a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of our 25th President William McKinley’s role in shaping American history, and the era in which he lived. From his early years to his time in office and beyond.
Situated near the McKinley National Memorial, the museum offers visitors a deep dive into President McKinley’s personal and political journey, featuring the largest known collection of McKinley-related artifacts. Through engaging exhibits, guests can learn about his early years, military service, presidency, and tragic assassination.
MAPS Air Museum
Our second stop is always a highlight: the MAPS Air Museum in North Canton, Ohio. Here, our veterans are treated to a private guided tour of the facility, where they can marvel at historic aircraft and learn about the bravery and ingenuity of those who served before them.
You can expect to see meticulously restored aircraft up close, including iconic models such as the B-26 Marauder, P-51 Mustang, and F-4 Phantom II. In addition to aircraft, the museum features exhibits on aviation technology, wartime memorabilia, and the stories of the brave men and women who served.
The sense of pride and reverence in the air is palpable as we explore together.
Come Join Us
In the end, this trip is about more than just a day out; it is about showing our veterans that their service is remembered, valued, and deeply appreciated.
This trip is open to all veterans but the number of seats are limited to 50!
All facilities are fully ADA accessible.
Hourly Schedule
- 7:30 am
- Boarding
- Veterans and staff load the bus
- 8:15 am
- Departure
- Private charter bus by North Ridge Tours, Inc. departs LCVSC office
- 9:45 am
- Arrival
- Arrive at the McKinley Library & Museum for a guided tour
- 11:45 am
- Tour
- On-site Presidential lunch
- 1:00 pm
- Departure
- Depart from the McKinley Museum
- 1:30 pm
- Arrival
- Arrive at the M.A.P.S. Museun
- 5:00 pm
- Departure
- Depart from the M.A.P.S. Museum
- 6:30 pm
- Arrival
- Return to LCVSC Office
Date
- Jun 11 2025
Time
- 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Location
- 1230 N Abbe Road, Elyria, OH 44035
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Across the street from Lorain County Community College.
Organizer
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Bill Wieber
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Phone
(440) 340-7919 -
Email
WilliamW@lcvsc.com