LATEST from Call to Duty
Discover how others have impacted Army History preservation.
Latest from Call to Duty
Discover how others have impacted Army history preservation.
The Army Historical Foundation Names Bob Eisiminger, West Point Graduate and Special Assistant to the Director of West Point Athletics, to Board of Directors
The Army Historical Foundation proudly announces Bob Eisiminger, West Point Class of 1988, and Special Assistant to the Director of Athletics at the United States Military Academy, as the newest member of its Board of Directors.
AHF Announces the Opening of Its 2025 Distinguished Writing Awards
AHF is pleased to announce the opening of its 2025 Distinguished Writing Awards to recognize books and articles that have made a significant contribution to the scholarship on U.S. Army history.
Latest Holiday Happenings!
Unrivaled collection of American Revolution artifacts await at the National Army Museum. Join AHF for the Army-Navy Game tailgate, holiday gift shopping, and Santa Claus this December and discover Museum seasonal fun!
Taking our Mission Beyond the Museum
The Museum is just part of its larger mission to preserve and present the history of the Army.
Call to Arms – The Soldier and the Revolutionary War
CALL TO Arms: The Soldier and the Revolutionary War—has officially opened to the public.
A Salute to the Volunteer Corps
The Army Historical Foundation recently hosted its annual appreciation breakfast for the National Army Museum’s Volunteer Corps.
Walmart Joins Forces with The Army Historical Foundation to Commemorate 250 Years of Service
Walmart has teamed with The Army Historical Foundation to promote the events and exhibitions marking the Army’s 250th Birthday.
Raising a Pint to Army History
The Army Historical Foundation is proud to partner with Honor Brewing Company to celebrate the Army’s 250th Birthday.
Special Exhibit to Mark D-Day 80th Anniversary
Ahead of the 80th anniversary of D-Day on June 6, 2024, the Museum will host the World War II Museum’s traveling exhibit “D-Day: Freedom From Above” in the special exhibition space starting April 6, 2024.
Working Dog Exhibit Highlights Four-Legged Service Members
Now through January 8, 2024, visitors can experience Loyal Service: Working Dogs at War in the Museum’s Special Exhibition Gallery.
Taking the “Nisei Soldier Experience” on the Road
The “Nisei Soldier Experience” has been sharing the stories of World War II Japanese American Soldiers with thousands of visitors since the Museum’s opening in 2020. Through never-before-seen artifacts, video
Call to Duty – December 2023
Taking the Nisei Soldier Experience on the Road, Working Dog Exhibit, Special Exhibit to Mark D-Day 80th Anniversary, and more!
The Army Historical Foundation Names Bob Eisiminger, West Point Graduate and Special Assistant to the Director of West Point Athletics, to Board of Directors
The Army Historical Foundation proudly announces Bob Eisiminger, West Point Class of 1988, and Special Assistant to the Director of Athletics at the United States Military Academy, as the newest member of its Board of Directors.
AHF Announces the Opening of Its 2025 Distinguished Writing Awards
AHF is pleased to announce the opening of its 2025 Distinguished Writing Awards to recognize books and articles that have made a significant contribution to the scholarship on U.S. Army history.
Latest Holiday Happenings!
Unrivaled collection of American Revolution artifacts await at the National Army Museum. Join AHF for the Army-Navy Game tailgate, holiday gift shopping, and Santa Claus this December and discover Museum seasonal fun!
Taking our Mission Beyond the Museum
The Museum is just part of its larger mission to preserve and present the history of the Army.
Call to Arms – The Soldier and the Revolutionary War
CALL TO Arms: The Soldier and the Revolutionary War—has officially opened to the public.
A Salute to the Volunteer Corps
The Army Historical Foundation recently hosted its annual appreciation breakfast for the National Army Museum’s Volunteer Corps.
Walmart Joins Forces with The Army Historical Foundation to Commemorate 250 Years of Service
Walmart has teamed with The Army Historical Foundation to promote the events and exhibitions marking the Army’s 250th Birthday.
Raising a Pint to Army History
The Army Historical Foundation is proud to partner with Honor Brewing Company to celebrate the Army’s 250th Birthday.
Special Exhibit to Mark D-Day 80th Anniversary
Ahead of the 80th anniversary of D-Day on June 6, 2024, the Museum will host the World War II Museum’s traveling exhibit “D-Day: Freedom From Above” in the special exhibition space starting April 6, 2024.
Working Dog Exhibit Highlights Four-Legged Service Members
Now through January 8, 2024, visitors can experience Loyal Service: Working Dogs at War in the Museum’s Special Exhibition Gallery.
Taking the “Nisei Soldier Experience” on the Road
The “Nisei Soldier Experience” has been sharing the stories of World War II Japanese American Soldiers with thousands of visitors since the Museum’s opening in 2020. Through never-before-seen artifacts, video
Call to Duty – December 2023
Taking the Nisei Soldier Experience on the Road, Working Dog Exhibit, Special Exhibit to Mark D-Day 80th Anniversary, and more!
THEY PROTECT. WE PRESERVE.
Are you a part of the circle? Learn more about the Circles of Distinction.
Museum Shines as Premier Event Venue
The pandemic may have made the Museum’s first year a little shorter, but that did not stop organizations of every stripe from rushing to be among the first to host their event in the Museum’s magnificent spaces. The Museum has provided a stunning and patriotic backdrop to more than 50 events since opening November 11, 2020. Space reservations are now being taken for 2022 with dates filling up fast!
Tips for Visiting the Museum with Kids
Here are a few tips for ensuring the whole family gets the most out of their visit.
Daughter Visits Father’s Artifacts in ‘Unbelievable’ Museum
Margaret Myers Beeker always knew about the trunk in her parents’ attic. Inside were three U.S. Army uniforms and two “doughboy” helmets worn by her father Frank and uncles George
Army Strong on Frozen Battlefields
As winter sets in and temperatures begin to drop, the Foundation is taking a look at some of the Museum exhibits remembering the service of Soldiers in unforgiving cold temperatures.
Grassroots Spotlight – Fred Becker, Cape Coral, FL
“My dad was in the Army Air Corps, and I followed in his footsteps by serving from 1970 – 1973. Since taking off my uniform, I have always looked for
Museum Matches Leidos Culture and Mission
Leidos saw a synergy between the National Museum of the United States Army and its company. The Fortune 500® leader in information technology, engineering, and science works side-by-side with the
Jenna Bush Hager Lands at the Museum
On June 17, TODAY Show co-host Jenna Bush Hager landed her tandem skydiving adventure with the Golden Knights at the Museum.
Gen. Powell Tours Museum
“The Museum is a wonderful tribute to the history and traditions of the Army and the American Soldier.”
Why Did You Honor Your Unit?
The granite plaques honoring Army units have become one of the most popular personalized Soldier recognitions at the Museum.
Have a question about Army History?
The Foundation maintains a full-time historical staff. If you have a question you cannot otherwise find the answer to here in the History Center,
please contact us using our Historical Inquiry Form. Thank you!