Public Programs

Learn more about Army history and traditions through education programs and activities which explore the accomplishments, sacrifices, and commitment of American Soldiers.

Connect with resources especially curated for the military community and explore the Museum “At Ease” on days with enhanced visitor accommodations.

Public programs are free. Explore program details below.


Accessibility Programs

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Explore the Museum “At Ease” with enhanced visitor accommodations.

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Battle Briefs

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Join Museum staff for presentations on the Army’s history at home and abroad. Every month, we explore a specific battle, campaign, or other event from the U.S. Army’s remarkable past, using maps and period images. These free programs are live-streamed from the Museum.

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Book Talks

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Hear from scholars, journalists, and historians offering in-depth examinations of Army history. Every month, the Museum invites authors of recent books on Army and military history to discuss their work with the public. These free programs are live-streamed from the Museum.

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Family Activities

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Bring your family to the Museum! We offer programs for all ages and learning levels.

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Gallery Talks

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Join Museum curators for in-depth discussions highlighting Army history and artifacts in the Museum’s galleries.

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Group Programs

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The Museum offers programming for groups of all ages. Pick from a variety of options and reserve a program that fits your group’s interest.

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History Hikes

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Explore local battlefields and historic places with a National Army Museum educator and other guides. Participants meet at the location for an outdoor guided hike.

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History Talks

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Join Museum staff and visiting scholars in discussions about the history of the United States Army.

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Military Community Programs

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Connecting the military community with education and veteran benefits resources.

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Modern Missions

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This quarterly, one-hour program focuses on the modern U.S. Army’s varied and challenging missions since the end of the Cold War in 1989. Using experts and eye-witness accounts, these presentations will explore overseas combat operations, humanitarian relief missions, the fight against terrorism, and international security responsibilities.

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Symposiums

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The Museum offers multi-day, detailed explorations of U.S. Army history through a series of presentations by noted military historians, curators, and educators.

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