The CAF RISE ABOVE® program is a nationwide initiative dedicated to educating and inspiring individuals by sharing the remarkable stories of the Tuskegee Airmen and the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP). Through their courage, determination, and excellence, these trailblazers overcame adversity and paved the way for future generations in aviation and beyond.
At the heart of this program is the RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit, a state-of-the-art mobile theater housed in a 53-foot climate-controlled semi-trailer with expandable sides. The exhibit features an engaging short film that immerses visitors in the challenges and triumphs of the Tuskegee Airmen and WASP. The experience highlights their resilience, skill, and contributions to both the military and civil aviation. The exhibit is fully accessible and can accommodate 30 visitors per show.
In 2025, the RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit will be making stops at multiple locations across the country, bringing its powerful message to diverse communities. Attendees will have the opportunity to witness history come to life through stunning visuals and compelling storytelling. As of February 2025, the RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit has several upcoming events:
- February 19-22: The exhibit will be at Flightline Group Inc., located at 3256 Capital Circle SW. Showings are scheduled from 10 AM to 4 PM daily.
- February 25-28: A private event at Prairie State College, 163 Rochester Dr. Showings are planned for February 26-28, from 10 AM to 4 PM each day.
- March 12-15: The exhibit will be in Yuma, Arizona. On March 12-13, showings will be held at Fourth Avenue Junior High School, 450 South 4th Avenue, from 10 AM to 4 PM. On March 15, the exhibit moves to MCAS Yuma, 153 O’Neill Street, with showings from 10 AM to 4 PM.
- April 11-13: The exhibit visits Altus Air Force Base, 309 E Ave. Showings are scheduled for April 11 (STEM-focused, times to be determined), April 12 from 10 AM to 4 PM, and April 13 from 10 AM to 3 PM.
- April 25-27: The exhibit will be at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, 221 4th St. Showings are on April 25 (STEM-focused), April 26 from 10 AM to 4 PM, and April 27 from 10 AM to 3 PM.
For the most current information and additional events, please visit the official CAF RISE ABOVE events page. CAF RISE ABOVE. Experience the inspiring stories of the Tuskegee Airmen and the WASP firsthand by visiting the RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit at an event near you.
