The items most desirable to our Museum’s Collections are those that are representative of naval aviation history and heritage and are related to PBY’s and the subsequent naval aircraft assigned to NAS Whidbey Island, the Pacific Northwest, and Alaska. They are representative of Whidbey Island and Oak Harbor Navy – civilian community interest, and they have have clear provenance and are in good shape.
If you have artifacts, documents, or images that you believe meet these criteria, please complete an Artifact Donation form and send it and images of your Artifact in an email to info@pnwnam.org.
Our Collections Department strives to respond to all incoming Donation Forms within 15 days of receipt. Please make sure to complete all the questions and information requested in this form. If the form is not completely filled out, it can delay our response back to you and in some cases, we may not be able to process your application.
Do not drop off items at the Museum without sending us a completed Artifact Donation Form ahead of time, and setting an appointment with the Collections Department.
The Artifact Donation Form can be found below.
