National Museum of the American Sailor
National Museum of the American Sailor, Military museum at Naval Station Great Lakes, United States
The National Museum of the American Sailor displays uniforms, photographs, documents, and personal items that document naval service experiences throughout American history.
The museum opened in 2009 under the Naval History and Heritage Command to preserve and interpret the history of enlisted sailors in the United States Navy.
Exhibits showcase the evolution of naval training traditions, including the changes in recruitment, education methods, and the integration of diverse groups into service.
The museum offers guided tours, educational programs, and research opportunities within Building 42, which previously served as a World War II welcome center.
Located at the only Navy boot camp in the United States, the museum maintains over 40,000 artifacts and the largest collection of boot camp photographs nationwide.
Location: Naval Station Great Lakes
Inception: 2009
Operator: Naval History and Heritage Command
Website: http://history.navy.mil/nmas
GPS coordinates: 42.31212,-87.84347
Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:38
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