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The National Museum of the U.S. Army Recently opened in November of 2020, The National Museum of the U.S. Army, located in Fort Belvoir, Virginia, is the first and only museum to tell the entire history of the U.S. Army since its establishment in 1775. “The U.S. Army and the American Soldier forged the birth of our nation,” said Secretary of the Army, Ryan D. McCarthy. “The National Army Museum will be a place for members of the total Army family to gather and share their stories, while also creating an opportunity for visitors to connect with our nation’s history through the eyes and voices of individual Soldiers.” Guests will have access to thirteen different exhibits throughout the museum. The centerpiece of the National Museum of the United States Army will be a major exhibition facility where the stories of soldiers will be joined with thousands of artifacts,
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documents, and images tracing the history of the United States Army through a series of chronological and thematic galleries. The museum’s Experiential Learning Center will provide visitors of all ages a unique opportunity to participate in hands-on, educational and team-building activities in the areas of geography, science, technology, engineering and math," according to the museums website. NOW this is some important info: Free timed-entry admission tickets are required to enter the Museum. These tickets will assist with managing capacity and providing the optimum experience for visitors. Walk-up tickets are not available. All tickets must be reserved in advance online. Limit of 5 tickets per request. Note, at the beginning of each month - tickets for the following month will be released.
