Texas Women and World War II
Tour Overview
Step into the era of World War II to explore the indispensable role that Texas women played in supporting the United States during the global cataclysm that shaped the modern world. Dr. Andrew Torget will lead us on chartered bus tour to Sweetwater, Texas, to visit the only all-women airfield of World War II – Avenger Field – where the Women Airforce Service Pilots (affectionately known as the "WASPS") trained for service. Exploring the lives of Texas women during the war, we will tour the National WASP museum, enjoy a catered lunch, and take a private tour of hangers showcasing original aircraft used by the WASPs during World War II.
Denton to Sweetwater, Texas, and back
Lunch
Date
September 20, 2025
Duration
Full Day
Cost
$300 per person
Activity Level
This tour requires average physical activity. Travelers should be in good health, able to climb stairs, walk reasonable distances on paved sidewalks, and able to ride for long periods on a chartered bus. Travelers will be able to explore the museum at their own pace.
Hearing Assistance
Our chartered bus will be equipped with a microphone and speakers for Dr. Torget's onboard lectures. In addition, we will also provide special headphones for each Traveler to use while we visit Avenger Field and the WASP museum, which will allow you to easily hear Dr. Torget at all times.
Trip Highlights
- Visit Avenger Field, the home of the WASPs!
- Guided tour of the National WASP Museum.
- Guided tour of hangar with WASP aircraft.
- Expert lectures by Dr. Torget on the experiences of Texas women during World War II (on the home front and in the military) on the bus, at Avenger Field, and at the WASP Museum.
What's Included
- Transportation on privately chartered bus.
- Admission to the National WASP Museum.
- Guided tours of the museum and airplane hangar.
- Catered lunch at the National WASP Museum.
Important Information
Payment Deadlines:
- The $300 trip cost is required to reserve your seat on the tour.
Terms and Conditions:
- Please carefully read the Terms and Conditions that apply to all tours by Yellow Rose Tours, LLC.
Travel Insurance:
- Although the price of this trip does not include individual travel insurance, travel insurance is strongly recommended for all Travelers and is available through multiple independent travel insurance providers.
Bus Pick-up and Drop-Off:
- The chartered bus for this tour will depart from and return to the Support and Services Building (SSB) at 1500 N. I-35E in Denton, where the offices for OLLI at UNT are located.
Restrooms:
- Our bus will be equipped with an on-board restroom. Restrooms will also be available at the WASP museum in Sweetwater.
Snacks and Water:
- Complimentary snacks and water will be available on the bus.