National Infantry Museum

The National Infantry Museum is a military museum in Columbus that displays collections of weapons, uniforms, and personal items from soldiers across different periods of American military history. The exhibitions span multiple galleries and cover periods from the American Revolution through modern conflicts.

The museum opened in 2009 near Fort Benning with the goal of preserving and presenting the history of American infantry in one location. Its founding reflected the desire to document the experiences and achievements of infantrymen across centuries of warfare.

The Last 100 Yards exhibition shows soldiers in action during key moments like the Normandy landing and the Battle of Corregidor, helping visitors understand what infantry combat actually looked like. These life-size displays let you walk through recreated scenes that feel immediate and personal.

The museum has multiple galleries across different levels, so plan time to explore and use the information displays to guide yourself through the space. The exhibitions are well-labeled, but reading through all the details can take several hours.

The Memorial Walk of Honor features monuments and name plaques that recognize soldiers from different American conflicts throughout history. This outdoor space offers a quiet moment to reflect on the significance of military service.

Location: Columbus

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 09:00-17:00; Sunday 11:00-17:00

GPS coordinates: 32.38840,-84.95529

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:46