Camp Mabry, Military headquarters in Austin, United States.
Description
Camp Mabry is a military base in Austin, Texas, covering roughly 375 acres with administrative buildings, training facilities, and a museum. The grounds also include outdoor areas with historical equipment and a small helipad.
History
The site was established in 1892 as a tent encampment for the Texas Volunteer Guard and grew into a permanent facility over more than a century. The installation played a role in both World Wars and later conflicts in preparing troops.
Culture
The base takes its name from a 19th-century Texas adjutant general and now houses active National Guard units. Visitors can view helicopters, tanks, and artillery displayed outdoors that show military evolution.
Practical
Access requires identification, and visitors should plan for security checks at the entrance. The museum opens in the morning and closes in the afternoon, with no hours on holidays and certain weekends.
Did you know?
The onsite weather station has collected climate data continuously for over 120 years, providing one of the longest records in Texas. This information helps researchers track weather trends and changes across central Texas.
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