u.s. army women's museum

The US Army women’s museum and the Quartermaster's museum are right next to each other. As the name suggests, the museum was all about women’s role in the history of the Army. It was funny to see all the various uniforms women wore in the old days. One interesting exhibit was the one of the 6888th Postal Battalion. They were the only female African American WAC unit sent overseas in WWII. The exhibit depicts their experience as they sort through millions of pieces of mail in France. The museum is fairly small. Parking and admission are free. You will have to show ID and possibly vehicle registration to get on the Fort Lee base.

This women in the military museum is right next to the quartermaster museum and is kinda sad in that there is not much in there and the exhibits, like in the quartermaster museum look like they were done in the 1960's. There are some specific women highlighted, but most of these are way back when, like Clara Barton. It really doesn't give much information on the women showcased or on roles they played. I am sure that there would be some really harrowing and funny tales from Viet Nam nurses or women who served in Desert Storm. This really needs updating. It was a bit insulting to see the amount of money and effort put into this when you compare it with some really good military museums like the Marine Museum in Quantico, but then maybe women are still not recognized yet for their contributions and how military men (who I am sure are the ones who created this exhibit) view and value the women in their ranks. Not worth going to see.

Explains the varied roles of women in the US Army. Well worth seeing, adjacent to the Quartermaster museum.

No one Keep a clean kitchen like a women Quartermaster. A kitchen without women is called a Mess Hall. Thank you ladies for your service and support.

I was impressed with the displays at this museum. The life sized mannequins and creative scenes told the historical records with interest. Definitely not the same old museum type tour. There is a wonderful section for kids with coloring pages, workbooks and a dress up area filled with uniforms and hats that made for fun photos! No gift shop but had sodas and waters for sale. The tour starts with a 7 minute film then a self guided tour winds through the museum in a very organized manner. The facility was clean and had restrooms up front. The museum entrance was very close to the parking lot and easy to locate.

My wife and I went here as part of a short drive from Richmond. There is no fee here, but since you are entering an army base make certain that you have id. Parking next to the site should not be a problem. My first impression of this occurred with the first exhibit-a film released by Walt Disney pertaining to war induction. What does this have to do with women in the army? nothing. The second thing about this is that as groups go by you cannot hear the video (which was turned down by the way by one of the employees. This area really needs a curtain. After this it gets better and more relevant to the topic covering the role of women in the military starting with the Revolutionary War. Nothing too earth shattering here for an historian, but for the average public probably informative. A lot of wax figures throughout, some artifacts, and a heavy emphasis (appropriately on the WACS). Covers the issue of race as well, but some interviews of AA female participants would have really helped in this regard (perhaps on the audio version which I did not get). Last exhibit on medal winner was very interesting. Considering that it is free it iw worth the visit. Leave yourself an hour for this and perhaps another hour and a half should you choose to visit the quartermaster museum next door.

Well presented displays and exhibits, well thought out presentations. All of the exhibits are produced from the historical and contemporary context of the female Soldier. As noted, small, but extremely well done. Any female servicemember or anyone who cares about one would love a visit and definitely come away informed.

The museum is set up to encompass all of U.S. Army history. The displays are well-done, including full size manniquins with faces made of molds from the real Soldier (i.e. SGT Hester, Silver Star recipient). All of the displays tell a story about historical events that women in the Army participated in. It's an excellent history lesson, and I highly recommend it to young women who are thinking of joining the Army. It will give them a sense of how they will be carrying on a legacy of excellence.

This is a small museum but very well done and moving. There are wonderful WWII posters encouraging women to join the WACS and a memorial to the Army women who have died in Iraq and Iran. The changes in uniforms displayed and the tributes to memoriable women of the U.S. Army also make this a worthwhile hour or two. Free admission.

I went with my school for a field trip. It was amazing.

I have been to this museum many times and find that each time something new has been added. It does a wonderful job of of showing how far women have come in the Army. It is a museum that everyone should see, It does the women who served proud to see that such care has been taken to tell there story.

The world's only museum dedicated to Army women. This is a great museum for young and old, men and women. I promise you won't be disappointed. A must visit.

A real jewel--provides a wonderful museum experience for both children and adults! The museum traces the history of women and the Army throughout our nation's history and has contemporary exhibits, as well. You can get additional info on exhibits, if you wish, through smartphone apps. Children can try on Army uniforms from different eras! The staff is very friendly and accomodating, and answers questions. Parking is available adjacent to the museum with easy access for all including wheelchairs.

Having been with the Navy during Vietnam, this was an amazing museum to see. It is a learning experience for many and for others, like myself, many memories of a time that was very difficult for alot of us. You have to see this museum, especially, if you are a women. Don't miss out!

I decide to visit the museum one day waiting for my husband to get off work. It was a wonderful museum full of history. They have it set up very nice with the audio tour you can do. I did not expected to learn so much. Also they had a list of shows that you can watch at the end of tour.