The Air Force Armament Museum is the only museum in the world dedicated to the collection, preservation, and exhibition of the artifacts and memorabilia associated with the Air Force armament and its platforms of delivery. Historic aircraft on display include the famous B-52 bomber and the F-16 jet fighter. The museum recently opened the new Air Commando Room, dedicated to the men who served in Air Commando and Special Operations units from 1943 to the present. The museum is located outside of Eglin Air Force Base, near Fort Walton Beach. Closed federal holidays; admission is free to the public.