Pennsylvania Military Museum

05/28/2026

The Pennsylvania Military Museum had a very busy May! Two weeks ago, staff and volunteers hosted Newport Middle School. Over 60 students visited. These sixth graders participated in both the "Wheels of War" and the "They Fell Silent" tours, showcasing stories behind the museum's outdoor vehicle displays and the 28th Infantry Division National Shrine. Special thanks to volunteers Mike Siggins and David Rosendale for leading the charge!

05/27/2026

Thanks to WTAJ for visiting our museum grounds on Sunday to reflect upon the meanings of Memorial Day.

BOALSBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Widely considered the birthplace of Memorial Day, Boalsburg annually draws crowds looking to honor the history of the holiday. Many residents and visitors make their w…

05/25/2026

Special thanks to WPSU for partnering with us to produce this episode of "Keystone Stories!" It was a pleasure showcasing the passion behind our dedicated crew of living historians. Watch the episode online or live tonight at 9PM.

Living historians share how they keep the past alive.

05/25/2026

Memorial Day
The names of Pennsylvanian service members adorn headstones and memorials across the globe. Pennsylvanians rest at the North Africa American Cemetery in Tunis, the Tanggok UN Memorial Cemetery in South Korea, and the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery in France. Their names are also found at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, Fort Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, and Arlington National Cemetery.
Thousands more Pennsylvanians are buried in small-town and church cemeteries across our Commonwealth. Memorial Day is a time to remember their names, honor their service, and reflect on all they sacrificed.

05/24/2026

Join the Pennsylvania Military Museum this Memorial Day weekend, May 23-24, for an authentic experience! During the American Civil War, weather was sometimes a formidable enemy. Despite the rainy forecast, living historians, educators, and museum volunteers, will be on-site to discuss the struggles and sacrifices of Pennsylvanians during the war. Stop by their tents for activities!

The Battle Cry of Freedom takes place today and Sunday, 10AM-4PM. Depending on the severity of the weather, scheduled programs may be altered or adapted each day. Parking is $5 per car and donations are encouraged. Proceeds benefit the Pennsylvania Military Museum. Please dress warm and bring an umbrella. Thank you for the understanding and support!

05/23/2026

Join the Pennsylvania Military Museum this Memorial Day weekend, May 23-24, for an authentic experience! During the American Civil War, weather was sometimes a formidable enemy. Despite the rainy forecast, living historians, educators, and museum volunteers, will be on-site to discuss the struggles and sacrifices of Pennsylvanians during the war. Stop by their tents for activities!

The Battle Cry of Freedom takes place today and Sunday, 10AM-4PM. Depending on the severity of the weather, scheduled programs may be altered or adapted each day. Parking is $5 per car and donations are encouraged. Proceeds benefit the Pennsylvania Military Museum. Tickets are also still available for Saturday's Cemetery Lantern Tour. Please dress warm and bring an umbrella. Thank you for the understanding and support!

05/22/2026

Join the Pennsylvania Military Museum this Memorial Day weekend, May 23-24, for an authentic experience! During the American Civil War, weather was sometimes a formidable enemy. Despite the rainy forecast, living historians, educators, and museum volunteers, will be on-site to discuss the struggles and sacrifices of Pennsylvanians during the war. Stop by their tents for activities!

The Battle Cry of Freedom takes place from 10AM-4PM on both Saturday and Sunday. Depending on the severity of the weather, scheduled programs may be altered or adapted each day. Parking is $5 per car and donations are encouraged. Proceeds benefit the Pennsylvania Military Museum. Tickets are also still available for Saturday's Cemetery Lantern Tour. Please dress warm and bring an umbrella. Thank you for the understanding and support!

05/22/2026

The Pennsylvania Military Museum was pleased to collaborate with WPSU for an episode of "Keystone Stories" exploring the lives of historical reenactors. Watch online or live on Memorial Day!

05/18/2026

On May 17, the Pennsylvania Military Museum had the honor of hosting the 28th Infantry Division for their annual Memorial Ceremony. To honor the history and lineage of the 28th Infantry Division, the Friends of the Pennsylvania Military Museum and museum staff created a special exhibit featuring six soldiers of the Pennsylvania National Guard who sacrificed their lives in service to our nation:
• Lieutenant Andrew McClintock, 5th Pennsylvania — Battle of Brandywine, September 11th, 1777
• Corporal Joseph Esler, 72nd Pennsylvania — Battle of Gettysburg, July 2nd, 1863
• Private John Brady Jr., 10th Pennsylvania — Spanish-American War, July 31st, 1898
• Private Fred Simmons, 112th Infantry — Battle of Fismes, declared Missing in Action, September 1st, 1918
• Tech Sergeant Lester Goodermote, 103rd Combat Engineer Battalion — Battle of Hosingen, December 16th, 1944
• Specialist Chad Edmundson, 112th Infantry Regiment — Operation Iraqi Freedom, May 27th, 2009

A special thanks to Brandywine Battlefield Park , NGP History Project, and the SPC Chad Edmundson Memorial Foundation for providing research and uniforms for this exhibit.

05/16/2026

The oldest memorial on our grounds were erected by the Iron Men of the 28th Infantry Division who returned home from World War I. They created a wall bearing the names of their comrades who were killed in action fighting in France. Before these names stands a bridge, representing the bridge in the French town of Fismes, where so many of them lost their lives.

Since then, the memorials have grown in number as the 28th Infantry Division added battle honors to their flag. This week, we will honor all Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen from Pennsylvania who were killed in action in service to our Commonwealth and to the United States.

05/14/2026

Huzzah! Join the Pennsylvania Military Museum NEXT WEEK for Battle Cry of Freedom - A Civil War Experience! On May 23-24, this living history weekend will allow visitors to explore the lifestyles, cultures, and principles of the armies that battled over slavery. By examining the American Civil War, the public can reflect on freedom, unity, and the cost of division. Displays are open 10AM-4PM both days. Come celebrate the rich Civil War history of Boalsburg with us! Parking is $5 per car. Donations are encouraged. Proceeds benefit the Pennsylvania Military Museum.

Both Days:
11AM: 🍞 The Camp Kitchen - Civil War Recipes
12PM: 🔎 History Mystery Guest - Kid's Program
1PM: 🎲 Authentic Games - Civil War Pastimes
2PM: ⚔️ A Call to Arms - Historic Weapons Demonstration
3PM: 💊 The Surgeon's Tent - Civil War Medicine

Saturday Only:
5PM: 🥧 The Sutler's Supper - Duffy's Tavern
7PM: 🪦 The Civil War Remembered - A Cemetery Tour
8PM: 🇺🇸 The Union Forever - Boal City Brewing

Sunday Only:
10AM-4PM: 📷 Capturing History - Civil War Photography