Last updated: 10/27/2012
Cape Coral, Florida
Address
4820 Leonard St
Cape Coral, FL 33904

Hours

Monday - Saturday
9 AM - 5 PM

Admissions

Free. Donations Accepted.

Staff

Ralph A. Santillo
phone: 239-910-5699
Donald Graf
phone: 239-541-8704
Description

The museum has on dis[play thousands of items donated by local Veterans and they vary from WW I - WWII to current conflicts. We have an extensive library of books, letters and personal correspondence dating back to the first world war. We also have a 40 ft mobile museum that we can bring to your events.

Please stop by our head quarters to see first hand the uniforms our soldiers wore while fighting for our country along with other pictures, flags, and other memoribilia that has been donated by our local veterans and their families. While you are there, you can also take a guided tour to learn more of the history.

Mission

To preserve and display the military history of our country and to share that history with the younger generations.

History

We have been in existence since 2009 and have expanded from 1,300 sq ft to 34,000 sq ft. in that period of time. We also provide assistance for veterans in areas such as jobs, education, housing and homelessness.

Artifact Collections

Uniforms, letters, medals, photos, vehicles, books, weapons, maps, equipment etc.

Educational Programs

Gallery tours available as well as open discussions with veterans concerning their personal experiences. Lectures by our WWII Historian and a lending library free of charge. Video recording of Veterans history

Facilities

Open areas with seating for over 150 people, a mess hall with light snacks and food available served buffet style

Governance

A 7 person Board of Directors and a 21 person Advisory Committee

Library
Access: General Public, Students, Scholars, Members
Appointment required: No
Publications

Weekly newsletters and monthly reports

Services
Restaurant
Group Tours
ADA
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking
Restrooms
Exhibitions
Museum Events
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