The Alabama Center of Military History Inc., which operates The Veterans Memorial Museum, is a non-profit, tax exempt (501c3) educational institution for the purpose of historical preservation, public display, and public education.  The Museum is dedicated to promoting and disseminating the accomplishments of American military men and women. Our emphasis is on participants of World War I and subsequent conflicts, whose survivors and families can use the Museum facilities to reminisce on their own experiences and those of parents, grandparents, and other close relatives.  The Museum has been designated by the Alabama House of Representatives as the State of Alabama Veterans Memorial Museum. 

The Veterans Memorial Museum displays more than 30 historical military vehicles from World War I to the present, as well as tableaus, artifacts, and other memorabilia dating back to the Revolutionary War.

Unlike many privately funded museums, the Museum has no wealthy patron, nor public funds appropriated for its operation. Hence the new building will be based on grass roots support.

We are open to the public Wednesday through Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM (excluding Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Day).  Other hours, for veteran or student groups, are available by appointment.  Admission is $5 per adult, $4 for seniors, and $3 for students under 18.  Sorry, we are not set up to take credit or debit cards.

Yes!  The Museum will be open on Labor Day, 6 September.

Please take time to visit our News page, where we discuss current happenings, new acquisitions, and opportunities for volunteers.  

Picture of the Month 

The M38 was the Postwar replacement for the World War II Jeep. It featured many improvements, including waterproof ignition and a 24-volt electrical system.