Texas Military Forces Museum

The Texas Military Forces Museum is a building at Camp Mabry that features indoor and outdoor galleries spanning about 45,000 square feet, displaying tanks, artillery pieces, and aircraft. The collection is organized into roughly two dozen themed exhibition areas that present military vehicles and equipment.

The building was constructed in 1918 and housed various military functions before opening as a museum to the public in 1992. The conversion to a museum came after approval from the United States Army Center of Military History.

The place honors Texas military units and their roles across different wars through artifacts and photographs that visitors encounter as they move through the space. These collections show how local regiments participated in major historical events.

The museum is open at different times depending on the season, and admission is free, though a valid photo ID is required for entry. Visitors should check ahead about current opening times, as these vary throughout the year.

Visitors can watch battle reenactments performed by the Living History Detachment that focus on two different military units from separate wars. These events bring the collections to life and show how soldiers actually lived and fought.

Location: Austin

Inception: 1992

Official opening: 1992

Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access

Fee: No

Address: West 35th Street

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-16:00

Phone: +15127825659

Website: http://texasmilitaryforcesmuseum.org

GPS coordinates: 30.31373,-97.76124

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:43