Little was it known back in January of 1990, when we first started out as the Estrella Squadron and then 10 years later, changed to Estrella Warbirds Museum, did we ever imagine that the former almond packing warehouse would one day house become part of one of the fastest growing aviation museums in Central California. 

We have continued to grow over the years without receiving any government grants nor tax payer funded dollars.  

It has been the growing dedication of a strong like-minded community of individuals which has kept our doors open and our bills paid. As a community, we've built this place to memorialize and preserve history and artifacts for generations to come.  Our financial support has come from entrance fees, membership fees, individual donations and a few choice grants from individuals and organizations that have generously provided over the years.  We are a dedicated not for profit 501(c)(3) registered corporation.

Now that we are required to close our doors to the public for an unknown temporary time period, unfortunately, we still have expenses.  We still have state mandated financial requirements for our small salaried staff of key individuals.  There are still utilities, insurance and physical expenses which we must continue to maintain and pay.  We have no idea what the future holds, but we are strong in spirit, strong in dedication and strong willed to survive and grow!

During this critical time for all of us,  our thoughts and prayers are with our entire Estrella Warbirds Family. Based on what has happened during this past two months, we know that some of our family will be affected more seriously than others. We have always been here for you and we know you will be there for us.