U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center, Carlisle

About U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center

The U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center in Carlisle, Pennsylvania preserves and presents the history of the United States Army through self-guided museum exhibits featuring in-depth historical displays, photographs, and articles drawn from primary source research. Visitors explore artifacts and information documenting Army heritage across different periods and conflicts. The facility includes the Ridgway Hall Research Room, where researchers can examine materials by appointment, and a museum store. Beyond the main building, the Army Heritage Trail extends across the grounds and remains open from dawn to dusk seven days a week, with trail buildings accessible during regular hours. The center operates Monday through Saturday mornings. General admission and parking are free. The facility accommodates wheelchairs and those with physical disabilities, with complimentary wheelchairs available at the information desk.