What is the US Army Transportation Museum?

What is the US Army Transportation Museum?

The U.S. Army Transportation Museum is the only museum dedicated to preserving the history of U.S. Army Transportation. The story of the Army’s Transportation Corps, from horse-drawn wagons of the Revolutionary War to armoured vehicles being used today, is told through exhibits, models and dioramas.

How big is the museum’s rail and transit collection?

Looking for full activity schedules? The Museum’s rail and transit collections have grown to encompass more than 190 major exhibits. Our collection is recognized as the largest collection of transportation vehicles in the world.

Can I take a guided tour of the Transportation Museum?

The Transportation Museum now offers guided tours of the museum for groups of 10 or more. Tours are always FREE of charge. The tour will last approximately 1.5 hours and will be led by an experienced staff member. Reservations must be made AT LEAST TWO WEEKS IN ADVANCE to ensure staff availability.

Can I visit the Transportation Museum at Langley-Eustis?

Joint Base Langley-Eustis is a limited access post, meaning that you will need to stop at the Guard House near the gate and inform them of your desire to visit the Transportation Museum. You will be issued a Visitor’s Pass and provided a map of Ft.Eustis.

Why do we have a Transportation Museum?

To communicate through exhibits and programs, the role of United States Army Transportation and its efforts and accomplishments in the development of our nation. The Transportation Museum was originally located in an abandoned storage building and opened to the public in 1959 with displays left over from a recruiting event.

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