The Lone Star Flight Museum (LSFM) is recognizing the men and women who have served in the U.S. military with special activities and complimentary admission for veterans on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11.

Veterans will receive free museum admission, while active-duty military personnel can take advantage of discounted entry. The museum is also hosting special educational presentations and activities throughout the day highlighting the contributions of military service members and aviation pioneers.

The Veterans Day schedule includes a Veterans Day Letter Writing Activity beginning at 10:30 a.m. and continuing throughout the day. Visitors can also attend a Tuskegee Airmen Presentation from 1 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. and a Doolittle Raid Hangar Talk from 2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

The museum's commitment to veterans extends beyond the annual observance. Throughout the year, LSFM partners with organizations that serve veterans and their families, including Honor Flight, Combined Arms, Folds of Honor, Angel Flight and the Houston Young Lawyers Association.

Through these partnerships, veterans can connect with resources such as scholarships, medical transportation, legal assistance, food distribution services and trips to Washington, D.C., to visit memorials honoring military service members.

Veterans also play an important role in the museum's daily operations. Many volunteer their time maintaining aircraft and sharing firsthand historical knowledge with the thousands of students who visit the museum each year.

Douglas McMullen, a U.S. Navy veteran and Lone Star Flight Museum volunteer, serves as a designated crew chief for the museum's B-25 aircraft. His responsibilities include conducting inspections, advising on maintenance schedules and servicing the aircraft's fuel and hydraulic systems.

McMullen said volunteering gives him a sense of satisfaction and that the museum feels like a home away from home. He also sees his work as an opportunity to help younger generations understand the sacrifices made to preserve freedom.

Anna Hawley, president and CEO of the Lone Star Flight Museum, said veterans have played an essential role in aviation history and the nation's development. She emphasized the importance of recognizing their contributions throughout the year and sharing the stories of military and aviation pioneers with future generations.

Through its educational programs, community partnerships and veteran volunteers, the Lone Star Flight Museum continues to recognize military service while helping preserve the history of those who served.