Miami Valley Military History Museum

About Us

"In all of the far-flung operations of our Armed Forces, the toughest job has been performed by the average, easy-going, hard-fighting young American who carries the weight of battle on his own young shoulders. It is to him that we and all future generations must pay grateful tribute"
Franklin Delano Roosevelt

The Miami Valley Military History Museum was established to:

Perpetuate and preserve the memory of the veterans of our Armed Forces past, present, and future

Establish a permanent military history museum as a repository for artifacts and research materials

Highlight the military history of local communities and the state of Ohio

Foster patriotism and respect for veterans and the Armed Forces.

Our displays begin with the Revolutionary War, and continue through the War of 1812, Civil War, Spanish-American War, both World Wars, Korea, Vietnam, the Cold War, Operations DESERT STORM, ENDURING FREEDOM and IRAQI FREEDOM and Military Operations Other Than War (MOOTW) such as Lebanon, Grenada, and Panama.

All ranks and branches of the service are represented - you'll have the opportunity to see artifacts belonging to privates and generals alike, as well as relics from the opposing side in each conflict. For those interested in World War II, one of our prized artifacts on display is a piece of the USS Arizona, generously donated by the United States Navy. Listen to authentic WWII news broadcasts in our Home Front display. Do you know how heavy a flak jacket and Kevlar helmet is? We've got them waiting for you to try on!

We are associated with several other organizations: Official Partner with the United States World War One Centennial Commission; Official Partner in the Department of Defense Vietnam War Commemoration, and the Small Museum Association.

The next time you're in Dayton, stop by and join us in remembering those who have served in defense of liberty - a place where our veterans are welcomed and honored!