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Get a close-up look at historical rations, discover the challenges of feeding an army, and learn how today's soldiers stay fueled in the field.
Drop in on the south porch for a quick, family-friendly activity inspired by the American Revolution!
Explore reproduction uniform pieces and equipment, then try an interactive activity to learn more about the life and challenges of a World War II soldier.
A rare 60-minute tour guided by the director of the McCormick House
Drop in and hang out on the McCormick House south porch for a quick family activity inspired by Col. McCormick’s library!
See how helmets evolved to keep soldiers safe! Match them to different wars and try our hands-on game.
Step up to the plate and discover how baseball changed during World War II!
A rare 60-minute tour guided by the director of the McCormick House
See how soldiers sent messages across battlefields! Explore how communication has changed over time and try our hands-on activity.
First Division Museum Guided Tour Saturday, July 18, 2 pm Free with Paid Parking Experience the remarkable history of the U.S. Army's oldest and most storied division, the First Infantry Division. This sixty-minute guided tour covers the missions and accomplishments of the men and women of the Big Red One from its inception in World
Explore uniform pieces and equipment, then try an interactive activity to learn more about the life and challenges of a soldier in Vietnam.
Drop in and hang out on the McCormick House south porch for a quick family activity inspired by Col. McCormick’s library!
SOLD OUT - Amy McCormick’s Art Collection Thursday July 23, 6 pm Meet your guide in the Visitors Center $25 (includes one canned or bottled beverage) Join us for an evening at the McCormick House. Will Buhlig, the Director of the McCormick House, will be your guide as you learn more about Colonel McCormick's first
History isn’t just something you see, you can smell it too! Match scents to moments from the past in this hands-on activity.
Explore uniform pieces and equipment, then try an interactive activity to learn more about a soldier's life and challenges during Operation Desert Storm.
Rediscover the Revolution as a world war that unleashed chaos, opportunity, and transformation across six continents.
Learn about military rockets, experiment with basic principles of rocketry, and launch different types of model rockets.
See how dogs have supported soldiers on missions over time! Discover the roles of these four-legged heroes and try our hands-on activity.
First Division Museum Guided Tour Friday, July 31, 2 pm Free with Paid Parking Experience the remarkable history of the U.S. Army's oldest and most storied division, the First Infantry Division. This sixty-minute guided tour covers the missions and accomplishments of the men and women of the Big Red One from its inception in World
First Division Museum Guided Tour Saturday, August 1, 2 pm Free with Paid Parking Experience the remarkable history of the U.S. Army's oldest and most storied division, the First Infantry Division. This sixty-minute guided tour covers the missions and accomplishments of the men and women of the Big Red One from its inception in World