“Hindenburg: The Flying Hotel” explores the history, pop culture, luxury and engineering marvel of one of the most iconic airships of the 20th century. The global-first, immersive exhibition will be on display at the Frontiers of Flight Museum in Dallas through the end of June 2027. Many of the VIP guests who attended an exclusive July 6th preview party for the exhibit were colorfully arrayed in 1930s-era costumes.
The unique exhibit features: 90 rare artifacts and firsthand historical materials, including China, letters and objects rarely seen by the public; and a fully immersive four-part experience exploring Origins and Engineering, Life Abroad and the Flying Hotel, The Final Flight, and Legacy and Myth. Interactive and educational STEM-focused elements, highlighting the science, technology and engineering behind airship design, are also featured.
Abigail Erickson-Torres, Frontiers of Flight Museum President/CEO
“We all know how the Hindenburg story ended, but there is a much bigger tale to tell about how this airship captured the world’s imagination,” said Abigail Erickson-Torres, President and CEO of the Frontiers of Flight Museum. “This experience looks to highlight the mbition, design and elegance that shaped early air travel while showcasing some rare artifacts.”
This global-first, immersive exhibit explores the history, pop culture, luxury and engineering marvel of the Hindenburg, one of the most iconic airships of the 20th century. It was the most luxurious way to travel and became what we’d now call a “viral” sensation. A one-way ticket on the Hindenburg cost $400 in 1936, which is equivalent to $9,300 in today’s dollars.
Exhibition Committee Members Honored at Exclusive Preview
Hindenburg exhibit committee members attending the exclusive preview July 6 are: (L-R) Neil Teitlebaum; Rosalie Wade, director education; Robert Welch, curator; Lt Col. Bruce Bleakley (USAF, retired); Patrizia Navia, UTD History of Aviation Collection; and Cameron Hernholm, Chief Advancement Officer. Creative Concept and Production: Abigail Erickson-Torres…