National Museum of the United States Army To Reopen In Mid-June

FORT BELVOIR, VA — The National Museum of the United States Army, a museum in a publicly accessible area of Fort Belvoir, will reopen on June 14.

June 14 will mark the Army's 246th birthday. The museum officially opened on Veterans Day in November 2020 but closed temporarily on Dec. 14, 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

"June will be a month of celebration as we recognize Army Heritage Month, the Army's birthday and the reopening of the Army museum," said John Whitley, acting Secretary of the Army, in a statement. "As the museum tells the history of our American Soldiers and honors their accomplishments and sacrifices, we will also reflect on their more recent service to our nation, including their contributions to COVID-19 and disaster-relief efforts, and the protection they provide us all."

The museum is the first to tell the U.S. Army's complete history since its creation in 1775. The displays and interactive exhibits tell stories through the perspective of soldiers and highlight the Army's role in defending and building the nation, as well as Army humanitarian missions and technological and medical breakthroughs. The museum also has a 300-degree theater, rooftop garden, museum store, cafe, and hundreds of historic treasures rarely or never before seen by the public.

The museum is located at 1775 Liberty Drive, Fort Belvoir, VA. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. It is open daily except Christmas Day, Dec. 25.

Tickets must be reserved in advance, and each group is limited to five tickets. Timed-entry tickets are free at www.theNMUSA.org.