We were early to take the dinner train in Chehalis so we walked over to the Veterans Memorial Museum which is about 200 yards away from the train station. Boy, were we surprised. It was great. We have been to a lot of museums around the country and this one ranks right up there with some of the best. Very extensive collection of weapons, uniforms, and other related items with some fascinating stories that gave a very real and personal touch for the items. Also, the staff was great and the tour was super. This is a “must” stop for anyone in the area and well worth the time to learn more of this nation’s history.
If you are interested in military history this is an excellent museum. It is well arranged and does a good job of interpreting the major military conflicts. They host a variety of events from gatherings for veterans of different wars to reinactments of the civil war. It is well worth the stop.
This is an excellent museum. It is a must see by anyone with even a mild interest in military history. When you finishe you will be well informed and have kindled a desire to know more. The museum hosts many fine events designed for veterans of recent wars. It is an opportunity to connect with those of similar experience. It also hosts each sure re-enactments. The most resent was Gettysburg. It was outstanding. Check out their website for more info.
Bill Logan was our tour guide. He did an excellent job. This museum is the best one we have seen in a long time.
A local gem that has so much military history...it should not be missed. Almost always you will find veterans enjoying a cup of coffe that are willing to tell you their stories. We should never forget our military veterans for they have sacrificed so much for our freedom in the U.S. Ranks up there with museums in DC!
Easy access road off of I-5, lots of parking. Something for our young to see and be proud off our vets.
Coming from a military family, it's important to share military history what do younger generation so that they can understand the sacrifices that are men and women have gone through to keep us safe and free. A lot of time and effort has gone into this wonderful, little museum. Take the time to enjoy every exhibit and ask lots of questions since they're usually some veterans out front at the table and they are always willing to share their stories with you!
We stopped in with just half an hour till closing and they let us in anyway. The employees were warm and welcoming and one was happy to stay with us and share fascinating stories about the three wars we were looking at. His stories were so good, we were all captivated, and only one if the four of us enjoys war history enthusiastically! Give yourself a couple hours at least to do it justice. Nice gift shop, too!
This is an excellent military museum with displays of arms and uniforms from the Civil War through Afghanistan.Being a veteran myself I found the displays to be very informative and interesting and spent over an hour viewing the displays
This museum takes time to go through. It is very well done and worth your time. People could buy tiles to go on the wall showing name, dates of service, field, rank, etc. If you have local loved ones who served it is a great place to hold their service in rememberance and honor them! Very WELL done!!!