| United States Army Transportation Museum |
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Description
- The U.S. Army Transportation Museum
- Where you'll find a truck that walks and a
ship that files.
And that's not all.
- EXPLORE - The world of motion, from mighty steam locomotives of days past to the world's only captive "flying saucer." See the first helicopter to land at the South Pole, a vertical take-off and landing aircraft, and the Army's largest helicopter-the "Flying Crane." Also see the "Caribou," famed aircraft of the Golden Knights, the Army Parachute Team.
- EXPERIENCE - The history of the Army's Transportation Corps as it unfolds on film. Listen to a rising chorus of roaring engines and whirling blades that has led to many innovations in commercial transportation throughout the world. Feel the drama of moving soldiers and equipment in war and peace, from the "Red Ball Express" of World War 11, to the armored vehicles used in the jungles of Viet Nam, to the air-cushioned vehicles, cybernetic walking machines, and "flying jeeps" of today.
- EXAMINE - More than 200 years of Army transportation history, from miniature models and dioramas to life-size displays in the main building. Wander through the outdoor display park among the actual vehicles, aircraft, trains, and marine craft of yesterday, today, and tomorrow.
- EXPLORE - The world of motion, from mighty steam locomotives of days past to the world's only captive "flying saucer." See the first helicopter to land at the South Pole, a vertical take-off and landing aircraft, and the Army's largest helicopter-the "Flying Crane." Also see the "Caribou," famed aircraft of the Golden Knights, the Army Parachute Team.
- SERVICES
- Research library is open daily
providing help on Army transportation history
and vehicles.
Group tours are available by appointment. Simply call the museum, (804)878-1183.
- A Gift Shop, run by the museum's private foundation, is open daily with gifts, models, books, and souvenirs.
- The US Army Transportation Museum is certified by the Center for Military History, Washington DC. and accredited bv the American Association of Museums.
- A Gift Shop, run by the museum's private foundation, is open daily with gifts, models, books, and souvenirs.
General Information
- Location:
- Ft. Eustis,
- Newport News, VA
- (10 miles east of Williamsburg on Interstate 64)
- Newport News, VA
- Hours of Operation
- Open daily 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
- Closed Federal holidays and Easter Sunday
- Open Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day.
- Closed Federal holidays and Easter Sunday
- Admission:
- FREE
- Parking
- FREE
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Reviews / Comments by our visitors
| Paul Lanphere Tulsa, Oklahoma |  I was stationed at Ft. Eustis about 12 years ago. I was given some 'busy' work to do once, some at the museum, it was great! At-the-time, it had landing craft, and all kinds and types of fascinating vehicles! A miniature display of some of the army's 'navy'? I never would've known they'd gotten as interested in ships! Not 'boats'...ships! I was looking at ocean-going vessels! 10/02/2007 @ 23:39 [ref: 6360] |
| Judith Colby North Vancouver, British Columbia | My husband & I visited your marvelous museum April 22, 2006. We would like to commend you for preserving so many of the vehicles, aircraft, etc. used by the US Army during World War II, Korea & Vietnam! The museum itself was a "not-to-be-missed" experience. We're Canadian civilians, so not too knowledgeable, but we were definitely impressed! 05/11/2006 @ 15:09 [ref: 4995] |
| kent. B. Axton hollywood,, California | a few years ago i was able to get a few pictures of a flying rocketbelt that had been given to the museum and was still hanging in there. rocketbelt nr1-the first rocketbelt to ever fly, by mr harold graham......if it is still there i would a photo.....i will send a camera to you thank you.........kent b. axton 06/22/2005 @ 00:01 [ref: 4161] |
| Nelson E. Shineberger Columbus, Ohio | As a young man, I served in the US Army's transportation Corps at Ft Sheridan, Il, then 5th Army Hq.'s and later in Germany with the 594th Transportation Group (MC). This became part of my life, as after the Army I was Corporate Traffic Manger for the Pabst Brewing Co. in Milwaukee, WS as well as for several other major industries. To me, the Army and the Transportation Corps. was and is a world class outfit. Your museum brings back a lot of memories. 11/06/2004 @ 11:13 [ref: 3557] |
| Scott Shea Londonderry, New Hampshire | Very unique aircraft! You cannot go into the compound but you have a great view and vantage point from the surrounding fence. The Beaver was undergoing wing repain, part of the hanger it was under was damaged due to snow a few years back. The helicopters are missing rotor blades but still an impressive display. It took a while to get a pass onto base. not visiter friendly. 10/15/2004 @ 19:44 [ref: 3477] |
| DAVID VAN LIERE HUNTINGTON IN 46750, Indiana | I TRACKED A HELICOPTER TO YOUR MUSEUM A COBRA AHIG SN6715562. I UNDERSTAND YOU MAY NOT HAVE IT ANY LONGER BUT FOR A WHILE YOU OWNED SN 6715562 . REASON I\'M LOOKING IS I WAS SHOT DOWN IN THIS AHIG IN APRIL 3 1971 NEAR CHUCHI VIET NAM. TODAY I STILL FLY COBRAS AS WELL AS MOST JET WARBIRDS, I AM AN EXAMINER FOR THE UNITEED STATES IN MANY OF THESE EXOTIC AIRCRAFT, BUT AM ESPECIALLY INTERESTED IN THIS AHIG COBRA SN 67 15562 THE AIRCRAFT I WAS SHOT DOWN IN. THANKS MY PHONE # IS 260 437 5696 END 08/20/2004 @ 17:59 [ref: 3358] |
| DAVID VAN LIERE HUNTINGTON IN 46750, Indiana | I TRACKED A HELICOPTER TO YOUR MUSEUM A COBRA AHIG SN6715562. I UNDERSTAND YOU MAY NOT HAVE IT ANY LONGER BUT FOR A WHILE YOU OWNED SN 6715562 . REASON I\'M LOOKING IS I WAS SHOT DOWN IN THIS AHIG IN APRIL 3 1971 NEAR CHUCHI VIET NAM. TODAY I STILL FLY COBRAS AS WELL AS MOST JET WARBIRDS, I AM AN EXAMINER FOR THE UNITEED STATES IN MANY OF THESE EXOTIC AIRCRAFT, BUT AM ESPECIALLY INTERESTED IN THIS AHIG COBRA SN 67 15562 THE AIRCRAFT I WAS SHOT DOWN IN. THANKS MY PHONE # IS 260 437 5696 END 08/20/2004 @ 17:38 [ref: 3357] |
| Linda Murphy , Florida | What a boon to the area! This is a wonderful museum - well planned and it flows. The exhibits are so lifelike that they would capture the imagination of even the youngest visitors, while evoking memories of the oldest. Each major conflict is covered, and the importance of transportation is brought to the forefront. I found in especially poignant to read letters and comments from the G.I's who were on the fronts. From one who has never been fascinated by a museum before, I found this one to be worth many repeat visits! 04/01/2002 @ 21:57 [ref: 2007] |
| Harold V. Arkenbout Ruther Glen, Virginia | I visited the museum 2/02/02 and I was quite impressed with the aircraft displayed and how well they are maintained. The museum itself is quite impressive as well. This museum should be placed on your must see list. As a resident of Virginia I am trying to see every aviation museum in the state, 15 of them, and thanks to the US Army Transportation Museum, I am meeting this goal and I am pleased to be a part of it. Thank you. 02/05/2002 @ 22:34 [ref: 1846] |
| Charles Trainor Baltimore, Maryland | I must take exception to a comment made by a previous reviewer of this museum. This museum is just one of many which depends on the generosity of its members for the construction of adequate facilities for its exhibits. The federal money just isn't there. The pavilion for the aircraft may not have walls, but at least these aircraft and helicopters have a roof over them to protect them from the worst of the sun & rain. Go to the photo gallery. Since those pictures were taken the Skycrane was repainted. There was a work detail cleaning the helicopters on the day I visited. This museum needs to be given credit for trying to maintain a quality display. 07/24/2001 @ 06:21 [ref: 1320] |
External pages about this museum
| http://www.eustis.army.mil/DPTMSEC/Museum.htm |
Last updated: 02/14/00.
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