The kids love this place with all of the military equipment, tunnels, and replica frontier buildings. They also have great events here. The museum is a little small but its interesting. Worth a stop by for everyone.
I take my family to the U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center frequently. It is well-maintained and a lovely park. We love it.
Having been in the Army during the Korean war I can testify to the Exhibits being real. People can see how a soldier lived while in the Army. Great Decessions classes where Officers who have just returned from the war Zone;. inform the audience of what is taking place
Excellent educational center full of exhibits and a fantastic library. Mr. Bishop (I believe is his name) is a "treasure!" Full of knowledge with computer to access files (if you have details) and/or Lots of BOOKS for research. There is an Octoberfest - see Carlisle events for details.
A wonderful mixture of unique arts, crafts, vendors and German music. And of course, the beers are great.
First off, let me start by saying the outdoor history is FREE! ( and frankly that is all that you would want). This Education center takes you back from 1776-Present with live entertainment (tanks parked outside, helicopters over you, guard towers, WW1 tunnel systems, WW2 bunkers (not accurate as I have been to Normandy, but good enough to stress the point). I traveled here by mistake, but will definitely bring my child back when he is old enough!
The army heritage center is s great place to take a stroll and see army history from WW 2 trenches to a Vietnam bivouac and everything in between. Tanks, helicopters, and canons from all eras. There is also a museum with exhibits and a decent snack bar. The price for the outside is free and the inside was also free except for the snack bar of course. This is definitely a place to visit if you are in the area.
I think us adults had more fun than the kids. Loved all the hands on displays. So much history and military items. There's a shooting gallery, simulated parachute jump and so much more. Whoever put this altogether did an amazing job making this so educational and fun. I would highly recommend stopping here for a few hours.
If you are in the Armed Forces and have risen in rank to the point that you are being considered for a promotion to General, you will first be assigned to spend a year in Carlisle PA at the US Army War College. Their public slogan is, " by studying war, we learn to keep peace" While the War College understandable has restricted acess, the Heritage Museum is FREE and open to the public. Located on the site of the former US Indian School, the famous athlete Jim Thorpe was a student. There are interesting exhibits both inside and out, there are literally attractions for all ages. Located just off I81 and with quick military helicopter landings with possible "top brass" from DC, you might see a US Sec of Defense or President. Plan a visit and be reminded that Freedom is not Free!
Fortunately, we live just a mile or so from the Army Heritage and Education Center (AHEC), but have taken advantage of some of the great special events and programs this relatively new addition to Carlisle offers. The AHEC has an amazing collection for serious military researchers and conducts special programs throughout the year, including fun events like Octoberfest, complete with rides, food and a beer garden outdoors.Lectures and special programs by military experts and historians are also offered throughout the year..The AHEC also includes an outdoor walking course with life-size examples of Army outposts and strategic facilities (an underground bunker,WWII barracks, tanks, helicopters, etc). throughout U.S, Army history, from colonial times to the present..The track, popular with early-morning runners and walkers, is visible from Interstate Route 81.The AHEC is separate from the nearby Carlisle Barracks and U.S. Army War College and is open to the public, but is often overlooked. . A gift shop offers books and other items. Great (and fun) place to educate children about U.S. Army - and military history in general.