The City of Hickory, in collaboration with the Hickory Aviation Museum and Catawba Valley Community College, has commenced the construction of a new facility that will house the museum's collection of vintage military aircraft, preserve aviation history, and provide STEM education and workforce development opportunities [157f53af]. The expanded museum will include a hangar for displaying the aircraft and will also serve as the location for the college's Workforce Innovation Center. The project, which is being funded by the State of North Carolina as well as public and private donations, aims to inspire young people and establish Hickory as a prominent destination for aviation enthusiasts [157f53af].
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