Texas Military Forces Museum

The Museum's exhibits display the story of Texas Military Forces from 1823 and the first militia musters in Stephen F. Austin's Colony to the present day. The role of the Texas Military Forces in both war and peace is highlighted with a focus on four major topics

photo by Kevin Surbaugh

Militia and volunteer units formed in Texas during the 19th Century, including the Texas Revolution, Mexican War, Indian Wars, War Between the States and Spanish-American War

The Texas Army National Guard from its creation in 1903 to the present, including those periods when it was called into Federal service during World War I, World War II, and the Global War on Terror.

The story of the Texas Air National Guard, from its origins to involvement in the Korean War, the Cold War, Operation Desert Storm and the War on Terror.

The history of the Texas Defense Guard and the Texas State Guard



The museum has five major exhibit areas, each of which highlights different parts of the Texas Military Forces story.

1. 1823 to Spanish American War
   
2. Cold War to Global War on Terror
   
3. World War II Pacific Theater Exhibit
   
4. Air Guard Gallery
   
5. Armor Row and the Artillery Park
   

photo by Kevin Surbaugh

photo by Kevin Surbaugh

photo by Kevin Surbaugh

Location: 2200 West 35th Street, Austin, TX 78703

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The Texas Military Forces Museum is located in Building 6 on Camp Mabry in Austin, Texas. The street address of Camp Mabry is 2200 West 35th Street.  The former entrance to the post was blocked in 2001, the current entrance is on Maintence Drive. A photo I.D. for all adults is required for entry onto Camp Mabry. In addition, Camp Mabry regulations require motorcycle riders to wear long pants, a long sleeve shirt, and a motorcycle helmet. If for any reason the gate guards refuse you entry to the post to visit the museum, please have them call the museum at (512) 782-5659 and we will make arrangements to bring you to the museum.