The museum occupies almost 14,000 sq.ft. in the former Carnegie Library, and features many displays including: Revolutionary War, Indian Wars, Spanish-American War, World War 1, World War 2, Korea, Vietnam, Cold War, and current conflicts, with special displays for D-Day, Communications, Trench Art, Medal of Honor, and many many more.
The Vermilion County War Museum opened on Veteran's Day, 1999. We continue to have visitors every day and new artifacts are coming in constantly.
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The mission of the Vermilion County War Museum is to expand the knowledge, deepen the awareness, and provide a greater appreciation, to all visitors of the dedication and sacrifice of those citizens in the defense of liberty. We serve to preserve, educate, honor and document our rich military history.
Opened November 11, 1999. Resides in old Carnegie Library building.
Displays by era beginning with the American Revolution and continuing through today. Special Displays throughout the building.
Research library with original documents and research books and materials.
Personal diaries.
Photo albums.
Training manuals.
Programs are scheduled on a regular basis.
14,000 square foot former Carnegie Library.
501(C)3 corp.
501 (c) 3 with a board of directors
Access: General Public, Students, Scholars
Appointment required: False
An excellent way to support the Museum is by becoming a member. Your contribution will help ensure that our important work continues. Memberships are available at a variety of levels.