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National Veterans Memorial and Museum

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300 W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215, United States

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Timothy Kelly

This is the first national museum for All who have served in the United States Military, and are now called a Veteran. Completed in 2018. It opened its doors to the public. This is a fantastic contribution to all of our Veterans who have ever served. There is also a small scavenger hunt for kids. You go and walk around trying to find key points and images or items that are being told around the center. There are three levels. As you come in the doors, which you have to walk up a ramp on the East side of the building. As you open the doors, you are greeted with a delightful welcome. You can either pay inside or prepay on the website. All Veterans are free. Kids I believe are $5 and Adults are $10. You are start on the right and walk around until you make a complete circle. As you end the walk, there is a staircase going down to an area that talks about specific Veterans and tells a little about their story. As you make your way across and around to the right, there is also a little room for any Veteran to tell their story if they wish! But wait.. there’s more.. As you make your way up the stairs or elevators, you have an opportunity to go to a third deck. Here .. is a special occasion and opportunity to witness the beauty of all the colors. Beautiful stain glass windows and doors of multiple ribbons that Veterans receive while in service to country! You can even go outside on top of the roof and see the great city of Columbus! Lastly, there is a quiet and meditation garden around the back end of the building. When you go in, ask about it! It really is a neat place for quietness. Oh.. one more thing.. if you live in the Columbus area, and are interested in “Jujitsu”, this building has a basement as well. Ask about it and come join a team of professionals that will help build many inspirations for a great mind set of self disciple and respect.

Carole Klaue

Google maps turned me into a monthly rate parking only lot. To leave there is no left turn. So I went straight at light and turned around. Short walk to the entrance. The parking is $8 with variables. It has a nice round layout. Nice and clear info on signs. The second floor gives a nice overview to entrance floor. Roof walk gives a city view and a peak to the memory gardens. That is accessible by an outside ramp. So peaceful and nice waterfall sounds.

Jeff Meister

Outstanding museum dedicated to veterans of all armed forces. Top notch exhibits and interactive displays. Room to grow. Highly suggest a visit if you are anywhere in the Columbus, OH area!

Elizabeth Dawes

Admission and parking are free if you are a veteran. Also can get free admission if you get a Columbus metro library card and ask for a culture pass. Information on all of the wars beginning with the Revolution. Helpful staff.

Emily W

Wonderful and informative exhibits. Super friendly staff who were also veterans. The exhibits were moving and so important for us Americans to see and understand the experiences and stories of veterans. Such a gem of a place to have in Columbus. Pay this place a visit. It is a wonderful experience.

Mike

This was the best museum I have been to in years. It was incredibly moving. The stories told by the soldiers themselves will bring you to tears.

Bren Thomas

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Saint Jasper

The museum itself looks quite nice but I feel the content inside is not up to par. The exhibit is also quite small

Krista Stradley

My husband (a Navy Veteran) and I thoroughly enjoyed our visit. The exhibits were informative and powerful and the section highlighting PTSD experiences was particularly moving. The staff and volunteers were so kind and helpful, which just made for the perfect day!

Tony Matthews

Veterans park free. The staff was friendly and helpful. Very moving experience for me and my wife as veterans. Make sure to walk outside to see the memorial water fall.

Anna Defendiefer

So beautiful on the inside and outside on the grounds (which are free). Tranquil, touching, and moving. The architecture is incredible and the use of colored windows on the top floor is really unique. You can tell a lot of thought went into the design, which puts the veterans at the forefront. Extremely clean as well.

Deb McGown

Amazing place to visit. Highly recommend! Take some time to visit.

Kenneth Klausing

This is a very well put together Veterans museum. It covers all wars from our founding through Afghanistan. Many testimonials from men and women who have served. Very emotional if you have served! Today entrance was free as they were celebrating veterans, police, fire fighters and first responders.

Mike Stoehr

Great place to visit on Veterans Day. Truly a tribute to all the men and women serving our country. Lots of educational displays and stories of life in the military both in peace and war. These individuals took an oath to protect our democracy and the Constitution of the United States, not because they saw personal gain, but because they loved this country. Every person serving or having served in the military deserves a salute. This is a good place to connect with thoughts such as these.

Ryan Mentkowski

What a cool place to look at history and have a social conference.

B Cook

Awesome experience... We have forgotten how to appreciate the countless lives that have been lost to make this a Great Country. Sacrifices were made and continue today. Appreciate the Military and the Families that support them. Use the experience to be thankful for all the freedom you come to take advantage of.

Roger Blocher

This museum will get you thinking. The people you meet thru the videos make you think of all the Veterans that did not come back. There is a great exhibit about PTSD, I think it is a must see. (Exhibit there until January 2nd)

Lizzy Miles

I am not the target audience for this museum. My attendance was simply because I had been given tickets and then pressured repeatedly about the expiration of those tickets. That being said, I think the curators did a nice job with the exhibits. It really is beautiful to look at with lots of wall quotes. There are videos and physical objects...some that you can touch! My reason for not giving it 5* are as follows: you have to pay for parking even though they have their own dedicated lot. The whole place seemed dark. The cafe is not yet open. There is (in my opinion) a sanitary slant that perhaps romanticizes military culture. I say this as a military dependent and also a social worker who works with dying veterans. Its not an entirely bad thing...I see some exhibits geared towards children. Every museum curator makes choices. Personally I would have liked there to have been a little more about military families. :) I spent more time here than I expected I would which speaks to the quality and quantity of the exhibits. All in all if this is an interest of yours, you will not likely be disappointed. One final note for curator: not every disabled person is in a wheelchair. There needs to be more seating available throughout the exhibits.

T Payne

This is a should-see visit if in the area. The displays present a great view of veteran experiences. Plan at least an hour. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Guides and volunteers help make the visit more informative. Parking is convenient and free for veterans. Admission is free for veterans; otherwise it is a bit pricey at $17 per adult. Memberships are available.

Konrad Lentschig

Great architecture. The guide was happy to explain that the hart wood floor is a special product from Germany. It's called Hochkantlamellenparket! Fortunately I'm German and Architect and used this material in my House in Greenville/ SC The museum is very new and opens 2 month before.

Becca Fiorini

Beautiful, new facility with focus on storytelling directly from Veterans with interactive displays. The admission fee, however, seems expensive given the relatively small size of the museum. I enjoyed the rooftop gallery and memorial grove. The rooftop can be accessed without going in the museum and offers great views of the skyline.

Brian Mercer

This place is a treasure. A great structure and tribute to our veterans. It does an amazing thing, it remembers. To those who served it can be healing and to those who never came home it stands to say "thank you - you will not be forgotten ". Please come and visit and give honor to those who serve. This place is full of interactive exhibits and the architectural approach is very unique. So glad this is in Columbus.

Brad McFadden

A wonderful place to visit in Columbus, Ohio. The National Veterans Memorial and Museum shares the story of serving our country through interactive displays, videos and even some hands-on activities. As a veteran, I was personally moved by how well each exhibit and display was crafted. The NVMM strives to connect the general public with veterans through their thoughts, experiences, and emotions, and they do an exquisite job. The building itself is an architectural masterpiece. I would highly recommend visiting to anyone.

Matt Smith

All I have to say is WOW! This is such a moving and inspirational museum. I am so pleased to see an amazing place dedicated to our Men and Women of the US Military. If you are in Columbus, this is a must visit attraction! Parking is nearby and COSI is across the street.

Jennifer Williams

Very moving museum. I was so happy it far exceeded my expectations. So much thought and meaning went into every exhibit.

Ohio vs The World

What a great walk through someone else’s boots—a truly wonderful look into the lives of Veterans across the ages. Makes you appreciate what we have now, thanks to what so many individuals helped secure—our freedoms. It is a wonderful way to visualize the life of an individual soldier, from MEPS, to boot camp, to even the Mercury program and beyond. The National Veterans Museum is even equipped with a recording studio, if you wish to add your own heroic memory, message, or thank you. Being a U.S. Coast Guard Veteran myself, I appreciate what everyone involved has done to make this happen. Thank you for honoring all the past, present, and future generations of heroes—they, and I, salute you.

Tara Roberts

I was here for a training event that was held here with my work and we got to take a tour but this place is a place that I will absolutely be going back to so that I spend spend more time there. It is an incredible place to see and explore it's very emotional to see it and all and take it all in but loved every second of it!

Mike Metzger

This place is fascinating. There is an interactive exhibit showing troops and the countries they occupied from the 50s til now which was cool. Lots of interesting memorabilia on display to learn about how far military technology has came through the centuries. The coolest thing they had there in my opinion was a book called " Life of a Sailor" it was written by World War 2 veteran Chester Collins whom I have the pleasure of knowing. He is a founding member of my American Legion post 757 in 1949. He has 5 invasions under his belt including Omaha beach. If you want to learn about veterans this is a must see facility. You will not be disappointed, just make sure to sit down and listen to a few of the stories they tell. Some will even bring a tear to the eye!

Keith Carey84

You could spend 3 hours there...basking in the history of wars America has fought...interesting videos of leaving home to fight for Freedom. And, the awesome tole, mentally, those emotional struggles have on a soldier. His family becomes the men around him. Their job is to win battles. And, come home.

Brian Dible

Awesome place to see. The building is an amazing design. So happy that Ohio was decided for the location. Great place to pay homage to all that have served our great country in the US Military.

Mike Riccitelli

Haunting to the point where the lives of those lost for our freedom really became apparent. Touching and memorable and an absolute must see in your lifetime. Please go and honor our American soldiers in history.

Michelle Manco

This is a place that ever person in the world should experience at least 0nce. I guarantee it will give you a different appreciation for all that who have give so. much & paid the ultimate price for all the things we take for granted every day without thought of who, how, or why we have this thing we take for granted "FREEDOM " God Bless the Veterans!❤

Daniel Shepherd

This is a beautiful building in and out. I think it is a great tribute to our veterans and very tastefully done.

Robert Stern

Wonderful place. So much to be said inside the memorial. Great informative time line. The building and property are absolutely immaculate.

Vivekanand Ashok Gavi

A great tribute to veterans. Best museum in downtown. If has good paid parking facility. Near by you can visit other places too.

Tina Powell

Wonderful! There is a lot of history in this building. I really like the open feel and flow of the space and how the exhibits are presented. Please support it.

K Miller

Great place to visit and see. My daughter (Air force A1C) and I really enjoyed the new PTS exhibit. Very moving.

Eric Garza

Nice museum with great potential but it needs more. It's small and a bit expensive.

Dog Dude

This place was absolutely astonishing. It just opened last October, and my family and friends in Columbus haven't even visited yet. Its so incredible to have a National Museum right here in the midwest. God Bless John Glenn for his vision, dedication and hard work for this project, and God Bless the Wexners for footing half the bill of $40 million. Its not your average museum. I was expecting to see lots of things, rather its a museum of stories. You take a journey through the eyes, voices and experience of so very many vets who sacrificed for our freedom. Our group was only there for an hour and a half, which was a great taste of the experience, but we all agreed its a place we want to come back to and spend a full day. There are videos to watch, letters to read, stories to experience. Plan on taking your time and spending several hours or a day here. The place is still very much developing too. A cafe will soon be open, and another building will be going up. Be sure to visit tye rooftop and look out over the garden walk. I didn't make it down to the actually walk by the outdoor monuments water features, but it was gorgeous from the roof. There is an amazing temporary exhibit right now by military photographer Stacy Pearsall. Wow...she really captures the emotion of our soldiers. The entire place is an emotional experience and such an important place so we can keep educating and telling the stories of our selfless soldiers. God Bless each and every one of them. Because of all of you, I am able to experience the freedom of visiting such a place and just experiencing life much easier than many in the world. Thank you Peggy and Terry, wonderful tour guides. And thank you, Terry, for spending a bit more time with me sharing your own story of service and sacrifice. Every person in Columbus and the Columbus area needs to get to this museum. You have no clue what you have right at your back door!

Tod Bowen

It is really cool to have this amazing memorial and museum in Columbus. The space is very well designed and absolutely beautiful. The exhibits are very well done and pay excellent tribute to our country's veterans.

John Barlow

Wonderful place for a good history lesson and to teach our kids about respecting our troops. Did a motorcycle ride to here on memorial day with a group of about 300 bikes... very awesome experience. And my buddy who rode with us is a Veteran cried at the turn out of bikes and people. Very emotional and moving. Highly recommend!!!

Jon D

Bring a box of tissues. This is such a great tribute to all who served. Thank you, veterans. We can never say it enough.

Mooserella 76

Very nice Veterans Memorial, good exhibits and very well done. So glad it's finally become a place of honor to those who served instead of the previous building. Worth a visit anytime but was truly a nice experience on Memorial day with all the speakers, band, fly over, a fitting tribute.

Leon Miller

Great place to visit to remember the people of the United States who served so we can live in freedom.

Bonnie Klatt

Great museum. We stopped in unplanned and glad we did. Very emotional. Highly recommend if you are a vet or have family members who served.

Rick Harris

The walking trail has a couple features. Ramp to roof is closed half way up. They are resurfacing the roof.

Cheryl Hunt

The museum was fabulous! Celeste at the front desk was so so welcoming! The day we went was a big gathering for veterans (I can't remmeber what it was for but I do know it was Vietnam veterans Memorial Day) while we were there we toured the whole museum by ourselves as everyone was at a luncheon/ceremony/gathering. The memorial/veteran star was not working (technical difficulties) she made sure our two veterans in attendance names were added and she sent us the picture the next day of their names!!!! She even added two more names for us! She was a sweet and very kind welcoming lady that loves her job!!!! Thank you so so so very much Celeste! My husband and his buddy were so honored that they were added to the database for the STAR!!!!! If you plan to go make sure you check out the outside!!!

Jeffery Bertram

Our guide Dan did a remarkable job.

Chevonne R.

Thank you for your service

Mary Daniels

Nices places had to go there because my daughter had state texting there was no wait because I was not going for that I had to take my daughter for her test. So no wait for that or did not had to paid because was there for testing

Nadine Engler

They are in their 1st year....I am excited to see new exhibits as they are added...

Melissa Clarke

We had a tour at noon. I was early. While i sat and waited for my party, peggy and Marilian were the perfect hostess. We split up and Peggy lead our half of the tour. She was VERRRY knowledgeable about the museum. We had a good time and now I have a much better appeaciation for our dear veterans.

Steve Janke

An exceptional memorial nestled in downtown Columbus. The unique design sparks images of the Golden ratio and the storytelling inside is world class. Highly recommend a visit.

Chuck Damewood

Great Museum. Displays are well done. And staff was really friendly and helpful

Trina Williams

It is the new crown jewel of our city. Very proud. Go at least once..take ur family veteran. Free parking, fully ADA compliant, I was in a electric scooter and had no problems at all, even on elevators.

Jamie Stabl

Attended last Wednesday because it was free with your library card. I was shocked that only a handful of people were there during the 2 hours it took us to tour. Regular cost is $17 a person, a dollar off if you have AAA. Veterans are free, but family members need to pay. A full history of all US battles and wars here and overseas with the emphasis on the veteran. The museum is definitely dedicated to the veteran and their experiences in all aspects of serving. From volunteering to being drafted, too long tours and coming home. In the lower level a new display for PTSD, a very sad look at the issue. You can easily go through the whole museum in 2 hours and that's taking your time. There are volunteers there that will provide guided tours and also an overview, or you can just go on your own. I believe you will find this trip to be very worthwhile.

Cody Allen

An excellent museum. It contains stories of many servicemen and women, numerous items such as eating kits, and more. I went during Memorial Day and the top had a beautiful sight of the river.

Melodie Hayes

This place is amazing, truly moving. Can't take it all in on one visit.

Jim Leuthold

Very well done. Every student in the area should have to visit and study what others have done for them.

Dan Araujo

Very nice museum to learn about all of the US wars. The Wall that Heals was here for the memorial weekend.

Ina Warrick

Very nice veterans museum. The timeline that begins at the beginning of the tour is very informative. Be sure to leave plenty of time to read the captions on displays and listen to the audio of veterans, their families and friends.

Cornelius Sweeney

Lots of parking, easy access, guided tours, and well informed volunteers. It's a sobering experience, and it takes time to absorb all the information. Well worth a visit.

Joseph Fridley

Outstanding place if you have never gone you need to. Esp if you are a veteran.

Y Pushkin (YP)

Wonderful place. Excellent exhibition. You can spend hours there reading and listening to the stories.

RB Urban

Quite an emtional experience. The architecture is outstanding which serves the beautifully curated exhibits well. You may wish to bring tissues.

Joshua Mitchell

An informative and emotionally stirring view of an Armed Forces veteran. The stories are unique and interesting, the staff is welcoming, and the museum sheds light on the Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder epidemic for veterans as well. Anyone who spends time there will develop a greater appreciation for those who serve and have served in the U.S. military.

Monica Leach

If you haven't been, must go, it's a lot to take in and wonderfully done. 👏👍 …

Pam Lucas

We went w a group of Seniors. So much of interest to read and see. Loved the pictures hanging in the area street-side. On one side was the picture while in the service, and the other side had a picture of them post-service. Nice personalizing touch. Will go again on our own time schedule so we aren't rushed. THEN go across the street to the Spaghetti Warehouse for delicious Italian food!

Elisa C.

Interesting museum to help you learn more about the US war history. The timeline is very helpful for that purpose. Also, to understand better about soldiers who serve in the army. The top of the building is ok. I thought it would have a better view of the city.

Isidoros Tiano

Moving experience. Good for young people to feel the impact of war and the reality of each generation having to be brave to deliver freedom to the next. Powerful exhibits. You need to take your time to go through it.

Emily Czyzewski

I absolutely LOVE this museum! My family and I think it’s better than the Rock N Roll HOF! The tickets are fairly priced, and even the souvenirs are fairly priced! The exhibits were so technologically advanced which made the experience super educating, interactive, and amazing. The staff is very knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful as well. I would recommend that everyone should go here.

Kevin Wright

Veterans get in free. SO much to see and respect.

Kat King

Went here for an event, but got a chance to look around. Gorgeous building. The rainbow window on the mezzanine is lovely. I'd like to see more women prominently displayed, not only as soldiers but nurses from earlier wars.

Keith Paré

Great bunch of people. Very friendly staff. Plan to spend a few hours here. It is educational, inspirational, and emotional. I highly recommend visiting this memorial. Truly worth your time. I wish more people would see what or veterans are going thru durings wars and after.

Eric Rine

Wow, this place is amazing! The staff is friendly, the catering is wonderful, and the place itself is immaculate from the walk up through the flags to the very last detail inside. The entire entrance is handicap friendly, as there is not a single stair leading to the building. The lighting is perfect. You won't be disappointed and your thoughts will definitely be with those who've served.

Pam Taylor

What a beautiful way to honor the heros of all of our Military 🎖️🪖 Branches!!! …

OH is Home

The History of our great nation, and the sacrifices made for our freedoms, comes alive in this museum. But also does a good job of honoring the ones that had to pay the overwhelming price for that. Great job done in this beautiful building and grounds. My 13 year old grandson loved it. Veterans visit is a free admission always.

Rebecca DeLugish

Very well done. Just opened a couple of months ago and I think it's not quite done yet. The museum map shows space for a cafe that isn't there and another exhibit space that isn't currently open. Will definitely go back another time. I think admission should be free not just for veterans, but for active duty members as well (they only get a small discount). I'm neither, and I have no problem paying full price for my own admission. Just seems odd to me. UPDATE: They now let in all veterans AND active duty members for free! Yea!

Pam Blosser

Veteran Companion Animal Services hosted their very first, I'm With Abe Gala at the Memorial Museum on May 15, 2021, Armed Forces Day. The staff there were awesome to work with, making things run ever so smoothly. The venue was the perfect setting for our charity event, making the evening a success and most memorable for all who attended!

Don Hayes

3 hour walking tour of timeline starting 1775 of America soldiers. Mostly reading and pictorial with a few interactive exhibits. Very good memorial and historical encounter.

Jack Butler

The new veterans memorial pays great tribute to those who served. I was lucky enough to visit for the first time when they had a D-Day veteran talk about his experience in Europe on the 75th anniversary of the landings. You can easily spend a few hours wandering the exhibits and be humbled. Architecturally, the building is a beauty as well. Absolutely worth a visit.

Patricia Lange-Otsuka

Very moving museum. Veterans receive free admission. 3 floors and outside garden, elevator, wheelchairs available. Volunteers are very helpful. Opened October 2018 and planning addition of cafe and gift shop this year. Has conference room space, free parking, garden would be nice place for commissioning ceremony.

Dennis E. Irizarry

This is an awesome veterans museum. It has 3 levels of exhibits of our own Ohio veterans and their stories. It is a must see if in the Columbus Ohio area. I loved the experience.

John Hanline

Great museum. Friendly staff. Exhibits are beautifully done. Highly recommend.

mit MITC3DT

As a Veteran (free parking, free admission) worth a visit. Not a huge museum, e.g. Smithsonian (Wash DC) or National Air & Space (Wright-Patterson AFB), but does a good job of focusing on "veterans" and veteran issues. You can cover the entire museum in ~1 hour and get a cursory view of all their dioramas; plan on a couple hours if you like to read & absorb the descriptions.

Jason Norris

The Museum and Memorial is a wonderful experience. A nice display of history of veterans and their service to our great nation. Today we saw the rotating exhibit honoring Bob Hope. Learned some new tidbits about him and the USO Shows operations.

Erin DeGraaf

Setup was very tastefully done! My husband is a Vet and there were a few times he got choked up! Thank you for honoring them with such a beautiful building and inside set up.

Todd Evans

Excellent exhibit. Covers the military experience from the revolution to the current. Lots of interactive displays with videos from vets giving first hand accounts of their experiences. Artifacts and memorabilia are on display as well. Plan to spend at least two hours to take in all of the contents. Could be emotionally draining for some but definitely not to be missed.

Marcel Tibbs

Was there for a music festival and that view on the roof is truly amazing. What a great atmosphere.

Michael Phipps

A place to honor those who have served in the armed forces.

T Dwayne W

This is a great museum and it focus the human side of being of the military. Focus on what’s it like to go and be separated from your family. Reading the personal letters from those who served and were killed in combat was moving. Also like the stories of coming home from war and the transition from military to civilian life. Yes in my opinion it is worth the admission price. The museum is less than 6 months old and I believe will get better over time.

Warren Hess

This is a great museum with a powerful message.

Rebecca Rose

Worth it. Went to see Mary Whyte exhibit which was beautiful. Paintings of veterans from every state. Then took in museum. Video exhibit of vet stories was compelling. History of all wars. Very well done.

Amol Fish

I love the heart and sole that went into accomplishing this dream. Congratulations.

William Knall

What a fantastic place! I'd recommend spending time to see the fantastic displays.we spent several hours doing the tour. A great tribute to all veterans and their families.

K Miller

This new museum provides a great overall understanding of wartime for which the USA has experienced and been involved. The personal effects connected with photos of the people for which they belong brought a greater sense of reality. The life and conditions for which men and women served are country is poignant. As I read my way through this museum, I did cry. My bil was KIA. My heart and mind were touched deeply. It made me even more grateful for family members and friends currently serving and having served in the past. I believe this museum has a great exhibit for anyone ages teen and up. The only reason I gave it 4 stars as I did not see much history in regards to wartime on anyone local or from the state of Ohio with the exception of John Glenn. It was very crowded so I may have just missed the other people.

John Shaw

This is a beautiful facility that strives to tell every veterans story. All services are represented, National Guard, Air Guard and Reserve Veterans as well. The museum highlights women and minority veterans as well. There is a recording booth for each veteran to tell their story. I am proud to have served in the Army for 31 years. I love that veterans have a place to share their life story.

Jim Thompson

Awesome experience. If you know a veteran, you should take them there. They will never forget the feeling they have as they walk through the museum.

Kevin Busick

I hate to say, but I was expecting more. They have a huge building but only utilize a small part of that for the displays. Very expensive for the experience, it's more like a donation.

Ryan Thorpe

The facility is great and the collection is growing. They don't have a ton of stuff, but the point is to collect veteran's stories, not items. It's a very good reminder of the sacrifices veterans make to maintain our freedom. Thank you to all who have served, and especially those that made the ultimate sacrifice.

Emily Fish

Awesome exhibits! Simply amazing! However, we went on Veteran's Day and were not impressed with their "military friendliness" My husband is currently active duty, an Afghanistan War veteran, and the museum failed to define "veteran." The military discount offered was $2 off admission and $2 off parking, where a veteran (retiree) is free. We went to this museum because we ordinarily couldn't afford admission but thought on Veteran's Day he could get in free as advertised. However, because he is still actively serving, he did not qualify as a "veteran" per their definition. Maybe next time they should clarify that only retirees get in free. We don't regret going, but we are disappointed in the treatment we received.

Leah Lambert

This is a new museum. The architecture is unique and quite wonderful. The exhibits are very good and flow easily. This is a good destination for adults or older teens but would be boring for younger children.

Annamae Mckerns

This is one of the most amazing attractions in Columbus Ohio. This Memorial and Museum presents a very thoughtful and Visually attractive historical perspective all the wars that involve America and all of the process that are young men and women must complete and endure in order to be appropriately trained and ready for combat and service to our country. Don't miss this one. Active service men and veterans enter for free

M P

Brand new Veterans museum. Well done

Jennifer Ecker

Very interesting and nice museum.

Douglas Huber

The National Veterans Memorial and Museum is an amazing place to learn about the history of who has served this country. Interactive exhibits, stories told by veterans themselves. Columbus businesses and philanthropists made this happen. Well worth your time.

James Drozdowski

When I was young, my father corrected me after saying that he "won" metals while in Vietnam serving as FO for an FA battery. Through his words, at that young age, he implanted a perspective in me that I take with me always. Fast forward several years, it was a humbling privilege to visit this memorial with him per his request. I think the memorial does an excellent job conveying the many different aspects of military service - and it's impact on family members - by highlighting veteran's experiences, often told in their own words.

Elaine Housley

Great place to learn more about American history and the military. Would take a couple of hours to see it all Every one should visit at least once. Staff was very knowledgeable and helpful. Plan to pay admission and parking charges.

James Humphres

I was actually a little disappointed. First just because its winter the main entrance is not available so instead you have to walk thru some hidden side door & go thru part of the museum just to get to the desk to pay the entrance fee. Once inside the museum I dont see what all the hype is about. I'm a veteran & expected more. It's ok to see it once I guess but I definitely wont be making this a permanent stop on my museum tours.

Bob Roehm

I visited the National Veterans Memorial and Museum yesterday [12-29-2018] while admission [there and at five other Columbus locations] had been free in celebration of the 75th anniversary of The Columbus Foundation. The line to be admitted into this newly-opened museum [on the site where the former-but-now-torn-down "Veterans Memorial" auditorium had been located] had been long; traffic on W. Broad St. had been nearly stopped the entire time that I had been there [because admission had also been free, right across the street, at COSI, Center of Science and Industry]. The lighting and the exhibit design at the National Veterans Memorial and Museum had made for an extremely interesting visit though I must admit that, at times, the lighting level in several of the areas had been too low for me to be able to see very much. My favorite design element had been the use of large dates [for example, "1941-1945"] near the top of clear plastic display panels and the use of spotlights to create shadows of those large dates [as well as other display elements] on the wall behind the clear display panels. Another design element that I had particularly liked had been a large blue animated "15 million veterans served in wartime" star that would change its display every few seconds and would attract, in particular, children who would enjoy moving their hands near that changing-every-few-seconds star. Near the end of my visit, I spoke with one visitor who had pointed out to me that the narrative of the "9/11" events had not been historically accurate; I had not read all of the words in the exhibit because it had been way too crowded yesterday.

Karen Abdulrasheed

Loved the exhibits and history provided along with soldiers perspective. Friendly staff. Well worth the visit

Harlan Williams

Top notch exhibits...do not miss this when you visit Columbus. Tour guide was very personable and knew the collection.

Dave Whitney

This museum focuses on the people who have risked their lives for our freedom over the decades. Personal stories from the people who lived it. Deep engaging content for adults, and lots of material for educating kids too.

Jody Dzuranin

National Veterans Memorial and Museum is a moving tribute to military service people. It is honest, honorable and haunting as well. The displays are multi dimensional, allowing each visitor their own interpretation.

Janet Mihalopoulos

Wonderful stories of our veterans

lynn melton

Wonderful place. Very emotional

JOHN COX

Very Inspiring museum full of individual history from each soilder, sailor, airman

Bonnie Kent

Wonderful place to visit . Good for the family to learn about our veterans.

Craig Larsen

This was really well done. It has a chronological ordering of the wars, and does a good job of focusing on the vets. I could have spent more time there though the time I spent there was enough. I would definitely go again.

John Cavanaugh

A Wonderful place to remember my father and other Veterans in our family.

Sue Doud

Although this isn't a huge museum, come ready to spend time listening to all the amazing stories of our veterans. So grateful for the courage and sacrifice made by our service men & women and their families.

Ron Kalchik

Thought stimulating of memories and our future. Well worth the time and price. We're lucky to have such a great museum near us.

Tracey Smith

Beautiful building. Moving exhibits. We arrived just in time for a guided tour which we followed for a bit, we eventually left it to spend time looking at the exhibits. Highly recommend.

Allen Fairhurst

Was a very sobering event.GREAT displayed and awesome information about soldiers and the patriotic duty to America.The only thing is theres alot of blood spilled on this flag of ours that most people don't know or they take it for granted.Serious stuff and l came out there with no picture except l took the front of the building.For a sad visit but a good reminder on who and what America stands for.Freedom for all.

Ed Wojnaroski

It needed more artifacts and fewer testimony

Bimo

Really really hot on the ceiling but the windows were cool and the cookies were good

Chad W

Wonderful place. Stunning imagery. I was moved to tears. They have a booth set up downstairs for veterans to record their own stories.

Sidney Stover

Very well done.Also got see traveling wall.Really helps to see and understand the in/outs of a person who experienced military life

Doug Woods

Very good experience and staff was very informed . Sad that fall of Vietnam and operation New Life was not covered or Grenada ... Made me wonder what else was not covered ...

Linda Christmas

This memorial is amazing! It's the only one in the country. It brought back emotions of when my husband was away at war. This is a must see for the entire family.

Michelle Hedgecoke

Wonderful place to check out our military history.

Jaleel Asante

Simply beautiful! Interesting architecture. Lovely design elements. As a structure it is a a ode to those who have served as soldiers.

Missy S

Amazing place. Very emotional place for some. Took my father for father's day And the staff was very nice knowledgeable

Ethan Culp

Very powerful exhibits, creatively and respectfully done. A brief but comprehensive timeline of wars fought and won guides you through the museum.

Yvonne Long

A definite must-see. Wether you're active, reserves, retired, veteran or a family member of. Visiting this museum will resonate and touch everyone. Beautiful Memorial and tribute.

Tom Heil

The building is beautiful, but its small for a museum. The experience is really high end but 17 dollar admission and 6 bucks to park is a bit much.

Ed Richards

Initial visit and was enamored with the history. The presentations are really great and answered questions that I have had since highschool. Phoenominal. Thank you.

Nerina Stepanovsky

First visit there, thanks for free admission and parking for veterans. Very moving exhibit. Will return!

Ardis Jerome

Very personal and moving, wonderful tribute to our veterans... Thanks John Glenn for your vision. Tour guides were awesome!

JEANLOU SUPPLICE

A somber place! Listening to the veterans talk about their experiences of war and sacrifice will make you realize how much we owe them. Thank you!

Theresa Freeze

Very nice tribute to all Veterans! Also loved the Bob Hope exhibit we were lucky to catch!

Jarrell Black

All I can say is WOW!! I didn't serve in the military, but had this been 15 years ago I would have defiantly been inspired to enlist. To all Veterans thank you for your service.

Keith Greer

The facility was nice, but the content and presentation was mediocre. Also, parking and admission were expensive. More offensively, they didn't even offer me, a veteran, a discount!

Richard Dooley

We are Members. Touches our hearts every visit.

Skip Spencer

Humbling. Thank you to all our veterans!

Amber Nixon

I enjoyed it. A lot of history. A insight on our nation's military and the lives of our heroes. Great place to visit 👍👍!!! …

Gary “BuckeyePops” Stambaugh

Excellent memorable to those who have served

Joseph Barnard

Amazing tribute to veterans. Columbus is a a very hospitable and walkable downtown. A must destination for any National VSO to hold a conference.

Marco AGUADO

There is not alot of artefacts but there is plenty of history about the war. Friendly staff and very nice overall.

Bob Haley

Amazing displays of History.

Denes Zubcsek

Amazing piece of Architecture. Perfect way to remember all who served.

Kathleen Castellano

Very nice. Give yourself plenty of time to discover this gem. Surprisingly jamed packed with awesome interactive installments

Blake Burleson

Great place to visit with the family in town. Military veterans and active get in free! Beautiful mezzanine

Emily Ellis

What a serene and beautiful building! It is an absolutely gorgeous way to honor those who have served. Everyone should see it.

Margarett Gray

Very solemn. Very very sad. I always had respect for our country but , i have even much more respect and compassion for the men and women who serve.

Cindy Beil

The memorial museum is both thoughtful and educational. I think it would be great to lower the ticket price so more folks could enjoy.

Justin Hughey

They did a fantastic job with this place. Anyone who comes to Columbus that has an interest in American history should make time to stop by this place.

Rhonda Hostler

Great place with alot of Great history. Will go back when we can spend longer time.

Jack Erwin

Great facility with a wonderful courteous staff representing knowledge and honor about our Veterans Honor and experiences.Today we honored Vietnam veterans with thanks prayers and welcome Home

Bobby Kees

Great place nice tribute to our veterans and lots of information about our past war's that our nation has been involved in.

Mrmax 556

A very emotional and powerful experience. Thank you veterans 🇱🇷 …

Sharri Dulaney

I was disappointed that they didn't have information on the Tuskegee Airmen. It was diverse enough for me.

Matt

Awesome. Personal stories of our veterans. I'm glad it's in Columbus. Looking forward to visiting again!

Kasee Merritt

A must-see! Go now while their "Share Your Story" interactive exhibit is still open to enter a veteran's service info

Gail Jordan

It was awesome!! We did not get through it all but we will certainly go back and complete our tour!

Karl Perry

Memorial yes. Museum, no.

Donald Weidendorf

Awesome venue. The history and personal stories were excellent.

Carol Hannibal

Wonderful history! Shows the contributions of America's servicemen and servicewomen throughout history, with many personal accounts of service.

Michael McKibben

Nice place to visit lots to see and big place any one in the MILITARY gets in for free

Jacki Austria

Amazingly beautiful museum! Very special and meaningful tribute. ❤

Ben Davis

Parking is free for vets and active duty, just get a stamp at the front desk Pretty interesting place to visit

Autumn Potter

Beautiful museum! Great tribute to veterans, well worth the visit!

Jennifer Smith

I would recommend this place. Had a great time. Learned a lot. And to know about our history and more was worth it.

Mark Wesner

Very much enjoyed the artifacts from all the conflicts of all foren war's.

Charles Tassell

Beautiful muesum and a great presentation area!

MICHELE DIMOS

Very interesting Memorial to visit. Makes you appreciate our service men and women

M Robb

Heroes!!! Great place!!

Heidi Reiter

The building is beautiful with well thought out designs and displays. Highly recommend a visit.

Jad Busby

It was a great place to visit before they rebuilded it, now its just so much more of what should be an icon for the city of COLUMBUS.....

Peggy Costello

Very interesting place. Schools should take classrooms to visit.

Paula Lynch

Very solumn and educational place. Not for little kids as they wouldn't get much out of it but great for Middle Schoolers on up.

Theresa McClinton

One of the most impactful places we have visited to date. A must see for anyone close enough to visit.

Gabe Roth

Extremely nice and informative. Definitely worth the visit.

Mindi Rondot

Wonderful museum to honor our fallen heros and veterans.

Thomas Shaw

I'm a dessert storm and in during freedom wars veteran. I enjoy going there.

Susan Garver

The water color display was great! A very nice place to visit.

Scott N

Great place to learn about the history of United States military engagements.

Anna Thornton

Enjoyed. I'm 70 and I learned lots of things. We'll have to go back we didn't see a lot.

John Cofer

Simply Amazing.

Amy Thrash

Loved it. Had a nice time with my veteran seeing all veterans honored

Mat Raber

Very well done exhibit that is about veterans themselves In their own words.

Dan

Paid $8 to park and $16 a person to get in. It was interesting but not worth the price.

Ricky

I love anything with our American history. Just not a fan of the admission fee's charged.

Nancy Owens

An amazing place. You get an idea of how it was for these soldiers. Awesome.

Roy Brown

Very well done museum and enjoyed my visit.

Criss Manning

What a great experience. All veterans need to take a couple hours and visit.

Scott Ogan

Great place to see important history and experience heroes.

Patrick Yost

Absolutely beautiful, breathtaking and authenticly representative of service veterans. I loved it, completely...

Tonya Thomas

I really enjoyed visiting this VETERANS MEMORIAL & MUSEUM. A great tribute to veterans, very educational.

Shane Nicklaus

Great place for Veterans and those wanting to learn of the sacrifices and contributions Veterans have made.

Madison Cole

A truly inspirational museum! Definitely worth a visit.

Claudia Mason

Outstanding museum. Can't wait to take my students this upcoming SY.

Mike Pyles (Snuggy Bear)

I love to bring my client here, he is a WW2 vet and enjoys coming to read everything.

Jim Erickson

Was moved and proud throughout but that was briefly lived when there was nothing left to see in this large partially empty building.

Robie Suggs

I wish I had more time to take it all in. Great place, another trip needed.

Chaz Freutel

What a very well done museum to honor our veterans

Teresa Kemmerling

Awesome. Did make my heart hurt for all my husband and his comrades went through in Vietnam.

Thomas Dignan

It's a great history lesson, I do believe that their room for improvement.

Jen

Wonderful place. Army wife... It was powerful, brought me to tears.

William McKinney

It's worth the visits, just to see all the veterans and their sacrifices. Thank You to all of them!

Geoff Zorger

Great staff and displays are awesome but somewhat over whelming.

Todd Mountain

Great place to learn the history of military members.

Okay Boomer

It was amazing I will go again next weekend

Phil Riazzi

Powerful museum in a beautiful building. A must if you're in Columbus.

Robert Gruver

Authentic walk through the history of the United States through the eyes of war. Very moving tributes.

Brian Dicken

If you want to start to understand the stories of veterans, then this is the place.

Maxwell Anthony Tegen

This place is a really good honor for our veterans

Jim Yoder

Great for veterans and family

Art Baldwin

Great place to see veteran history!

Mama Henry

Very personal to myself and family. Audio and video affects made it a little emotional for us.

Lisa Krebs

Incredible museum.

Michael Gustafson

A honor to those who served

Kay Liles

Everyone should visit. Very memorable.

Edward Lynch

I'm representing a retired marine Vietnam veteran. as a veteran I can visit anytime I want free.

Peter Collins

Fantastic experience. A lot of memories both good and bad.

Brad Reed

Wonderful experience getting to learn and appreciate veterans. !!

charles crall

All Veterans did to come and check this out

Jaryn Richardson

Well worth a visit, very wonderful museum

Sanae T

Great exhibits and staff.

James Daley

It was good great place to go to learn history

John

Motorcycle ride from A D Farrow Harley Davidson was great!

Barb Merges

Moving during my visit, and I continued to think about ir long after.

Barb and Mike Peterson

Awesome and emotional if you love freedom and America

Keisha Norris

A very nice spacious place!

Cheryl Cook

Honored to have visited such a wonderful memorial

Sharon Steingass

Great representation of military history and our veterans

Joe Berry

Nice and clean learn a lot there

Rita Luder

Very peaceful. Focuses on veterans' experiences.

walter perry

Went or Memorial Day to take pictures of the wall that heals.

Brian Ashworth

Emotional experience with great exhibits, photographs , and stories.

James Himes

Just a great layout and respect to Ohio Veterans.

Gary Coffield

Amazing memorial to all veterans.

Gaynor Metcalf

Avery good experience would recommend this place

Steven Kalmes

Worth the time to visit. Must do in Columbus.

Tom Danahy

Engaging museum with a great collection from the civil war to today

Michele Patterson

Amazing place, we are fortunate to have this in Columbus.

Gary Hartman

Great architecture! Interesting layout.

Patrick Woodham

Wish I had more time for this awesome place.

Larry Hall

Recommended 2 to 2 1/2 hours to tour.

Toeknee

Very informative and eye opening to our veterans

Jennifer Harland

Great tribute to those who served

Keisha Norris

A great venue for events!

Rodney Burmeister

Love it. Wonderful dedication to the Veterans of America.

Heather Bangerter

Amazing hidden gem of a museum.

Mike Tuckner

Sobering and inspirational.

Dennis Satterwhite

I was in the Rye to the memorial Veterans Memorial Saturday the 29th 2019

DeShawn Echols

Great place, a hold new look.

Bill Janice Owen

All Vets should go there!

John Stulpin

Amazing, everyone need to visit.

Debbie Alessio

Love this very nice tribute

Anthony Grasso

Amazing, cant wait to go back

Corey Hardin

Great testament to generations of heros.

Bonita Smith

Very moving and well done!

deirdre Caldwell

Should be on everyone's list of places to visit.

David Goldsmith

This is a must see museum!

Ross Desimone

Nice place to visit

Eric Phillips

A must for Veterans and their children and grandchildren.

Dave Rado

Wonderful history there.

Tammy Filiatreau-Adams

Very respectful of our vets

Leo Brown

Easy to follow, based on the veterans perspective

Eunice Uhrin (Uni)

Here now. Monument and building.

Bessie Howard

Wonderful place full of history.

Monica Lewis

Beautiful building and museum

Serbennia Davis

Love this place!

Pat Corbley

Well done!

Keith Howard

Every one should make the trip

greg cook

A great gem and good people

Theresa Oskins

Awesome place

Everage Brown

Great artifacts and displays

Bruce Shepherd

Went for graduation

James Herron

Great place for all to visit

Spare 1 Phone

Very well done.

Terri W

Excellent museum!

David Tucy

Awesome displays

scott stevens

It's ok

Kevin Microsoft

I didn't go inside.

Jenny Peery

The volunteers are wonderful!

Nutter Films

Awesome place, Brad is awesome

Al Saunders

Loved the experience!

Sharron Coleman

Beautiful serene reflective

John Bowers

Very well done

Birdie Brennan (Custom Closets, LLC)

Amazing!

ivan morgan

Amazing 👌 …

Gary Wassmuth

You need to take the family.

Lerry Daniel

Love it !

Sandy Presnell

A must see for all

Ben F

It's the story of veterans.

Belinda Russell

Beautiful building!

John Schnell

Amazing military history

Penny Young-Bradner

Very touching

Renee Pherigo

Nice museum

Charles Miller

Fantastic.

Lisa Upperman

Extremely touching!!

Jack Campbell

SUPERB

Erin Cooney

Very informative

Sarah Daws

Wonderful experience

Kelsey White

Great history.

LuzAngela & Joshua Love

Spectacular view

Beth Mcdonald

Wonderful

Pete Thomas

Good

Jill Beckett

Wonderful place 😁 …

Dominic Greco

One of a kind

Haleema S

Get there!!

Erie Steve

Was in town to go to a show and thought this would be worth a stop. There was no wait and the staff was very pleasant. I enjoyed talking with the veteran volunteers. Took us about 45 minutes to take everything in. It was kind of a shame that we were the only 2 there. Parking lot is located nearby.

Josh VanderLeest

Smaller museum and kind of pricey. Really enjoyed the up to date material. Took us ~1.5 hours to complete. Knowledgeable, friendly staff. Parking is $8.

Be LeGo

(Translation) The entrance costs 17 dls. It basically recalls the history of the war that the US has lived through. My only regret about this place is that on the virtual tour (screens on some tables) they describe the victories against Mexico. But if in 1847 they invaded us. that's the story (Original) La entrada cuesta 17 dls. básicamente recuerda la historia de la guerra de lo que ha vivido los EEUU. Lo único que lamento de este lugar es que en el recorrido virtual (pantallas sobre unas mesas)describen las victorias contra Mexico. Pero si en 1847 nos invadieron. Así es la historia

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