The Armstrong Air and Space Museum, named after Neil Armstrong, a native of Wapakoneta, showcases a diverse collection of aviation and space-related artifacts. The museum is not only a repository of Ohio's aviation history and a monument to Ohio's contributions to aviation and space exploration, but also a tribute to Neil Armstrong, a son of Ohio whose small steps were truly a giant leap for mankind.
Wapakoneta, situated along the Auglaize River, is a city in Auglaize County, Ohio, and the county seat. The city sits at an elevation of 896 ft (273 m). Its population was 9,957 according to the 2020 census. Wapakoneta is best known as the childhood home of Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon.