Western Antique Aeroplane and Automobile Museum (WAAAM)

wooden table with a chair on each side that have backs

overview of lounge area with mismatched wooden tables

wooden counter with branded rug in front

gift shop with clothes racks with t-shirts

another view of the clothes racks and tables with mugs and other souvenirs to the right

chairs with arms and backs in front of TV display in the exhibition

couch and armchair as well as counter seating in front of windows

waiting area with chairs that have backs and arms

hallway to the hangar, doors are propped open, restroom sign points to the right

dining area with large round tables and chairs with backs but no arms

accessible restroom stall with grab bar behind toilet

ADA-designated parking spots with marked access aisles

Western Antique Aeroplane and Automobile Museum (WAAAM)

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Last Updated: April 12, 2023

Parking

On-site parking: Yes, paved lot
Number of Accessible Parking spots: 3 with access aisles between 6 and 7 ft wide
Proximity to entrance: 15 ft
Curb: Curb-free access to entrance
Street crossing: No
Cost: Free
Closest public transit stop: Rosauers stop run by Columbia Area Transit, located 2 miles away

Entrance and Lounge

Step-free access: Yes
Ramp access: No
Doorway: Lever handle and 68 in. wide double doors
Threshold: ½ in. ledge
Flooring: Tile with a rug in front of the entrance
Seating options: 4 tables with a variety of seating options. Tables range from 25” tall to 27” tall.
Elevator: None needed
Counter: 42 in. tall
Gift shop: There is music playing at a low level, and maneuvering space between displays ranges between 24 in and 32 in.

Exhibit Area

Doorway to exhibit: 68 in. wide
Seating: There is a lot of seating located throughout the museum, primarily at video stations.
Videos: Multiple Televisions low to the ground with audio and no closed captions.
Visuals: Signs sit generally around 32 in. from the ground.
Flooring: Concrete
Aisles: Maneuvering space between aisles can be as narrow as 47 in. wide but most are close to 80 in. wide.
Other information: There is a slight incline between Hangar M1 North and Hangar M2. The museum has many electric scooters and chairs for visitors to use.

Staff

Languages spoken: English
Knowledgeable on ASL: No
Knowledgeable on disability services: Yes

Public Bathroom Access

Location: Located in lobby and Hangar M2
Threshold: ½ in. lip
Doorway: Push/pull and 32 in. wide
Occupancy type: Labeled Mens/Womens, with stalls.
Accessible stall: Yes. Includes grab bars and room for side and possible front transfer. Stall door is 34 in. wide.
Sink: Accessible with protective panel over pipes underneath, and soap is located next to faucet. Drying possibility is 45 in. high from the ground.
Baby changing stations: Located in both men’s and women’s.