Events

Close Assault 1968 Vietnam War Living History Program.  Weapons demonstrations, historic vehicle demonstration including an M113 Armored Personnel Carrier, battle reenactment.  Free and Open to the Public. Rain or Shine. Bleacher Seating. IOU BBQ on hand for drinks and food.  Check here for updates. 

Want to sit in a tank or a jet fighter?  Hold a bazooka, musket or machine gun?  Hands on History is your chance!  Get up close and personal with some of the most famous weapons and vehicles of U.S. military history by interacting with the knowledgeable members of the museum's living history detachment!  Early bird admission available for those who want to avoid long lines to get in vehicles.  Otherwise, the event is free!  Water, concessions, and souvenirs concessions will be available. Check here for updates!

Remember the true meaning of Veteran's Day with this stirring look back at World War II. Close Assault 1944 honors the service and sacrifice of America’s veterans by focusing on the history of the 36th Infantry Division of the Texas Army National Guard during World War II. The free program features members of the Texas … Continue reading "Close Assault 1944 WWII Living History Program Nov. 9 – 10, 2024"

  Join the Texas Military Forces Museum as we explore the realities experienced by the 36th Infantry Division of the Texas National Guard, created in 1917, on the battlefields of France in World War I.  The museum's living history detachment will portray US, French, British, German and Austrian soldiers of the Great War in addition … Continue reading "Over There 1918: WWI Living History Event"

LIVING HISTORY WEEKEND AND WORLD WAR II BATTLE REENACTMENT Take a stroll through Texas Military History at Camp Mabry’s Living History Weekend on Saturday April 26 and Sunday April 27.  This free event, hosted by the Texas Military Forces Museum, will allow visitors to see uniforms, equipment, weapons, tents, communications gear, military vehicles and more … Continue reading "Living History Weekend April 18-19"

  Help Honor  our nation’s Vietnam Veterans, many of whom joined the Guard after their regular Army service, and  remember the true meaning of Memorial Day with this look back … Continue reading "Close Assault 1968 Vietnam War Living History Program"

Join us in celebrating America's 250th Birthday during a special event at the museum.  Music provided by the 36th Infantry Division Band.  Musket and Cannon volleys by Revolutionary War soldiers.  … Continue reading "250 Years of Liberty July 4 Celebration"

Want to sit in a tank or a jet fighter? Hold a bazooka, musket or machine gun? Hands on History is your chance! Get up close and personal with some … Continue reading "Hands on History"