High tech modern museum. It is a beautiful building with well done exhibits. DURATION for Military: If you are interested in Army and military history it is a must visit and I am sure you could spend 4-5 hours here! DURATION for everyone else: If you have visited all the Smithsonian's in the area and are looking for something new and off the beaten path it is worth the visit and you could plan on 2-4 hours exploring. Parking: Free

This museum is a place where history comes alive through exhibits and storytelling. The storytelling not only comes from the excellent museum staff but the guests who are visiting. Most guests are veterans. Seeing the exhibits allows guests to interact among each other sharing camaraderie and pride of serving in this military branch. Admission is free. There’s plenty of parking. Tickets are required for entry.

The National Museum of the United States Army is stunning, beautiful, and well organized from past to present in a way that shows the connection between our nation's history through our soldiers' voices and the outstanding volunteer tour guide (Military retirees). Excellent museum for all ages to enjoy, and admission is free, but a timed-entry ticket is required. Lovely parking lots at no additional cost and accessible for all visitors in and out of the museum. The Museum Café offers a variety of fresh and healthy lunch and snack options to fit a range of tastes. The drinks and food are delicious for the price. They also have boxed lunch options to suit group needs.

The design of the museum is a struggle between a monument and a museum. The stainless-steel exterior and the grandiose great hall inspires owes and admiration, but the space were taken from exhibits, which felt underwhelming as a museum. The five sections of exhibits following the timeline of Washington's continental army to the modern day army are compact, informative and enjoyable. However, given the rich history of the US Army, the space gives much focus to the fighting units and weaponry, and barely mentioned the logistic support units, engineering units, the Army's aviation units and the latest technology support units. Since the time of the ill-fed and equipped Continental Army, the US Army has come a long way and established her dominance based on the unmatched support capabilities. For every fighting man, there is a support personnel and the unsung hero. I would love to see the museum tells the stories of and gives credit to the men and women who made a huge difference behind the scene. In addition, the introduction film that we saw in the surround-screen theater was a waste to the facility. Even my 12-years old son told me it's more of a Army recruitment film and not informative. Trying to squeeze the 400 year history into 15 minutes with a lot of honor guard cut scenes will not work. All my disappointments have only come from a high expectations prior to the visit. After all, we greatly enjoyed the existing exhibits and highly recommend the place.

This was such a great museum. They have loads of information. My three boys ages 11, 9, and 7 loved the interactive children's area. I did too, getting to learn with them. There is a play arra for even the younger children too. Everyone is so helpful. Do not miss the movie they have, it is about 12 minutes long, but so patriotic and just sets the mood for the galleries. We did not get through the whole museum. We were there 3 hours and my boys could have hung out even longer. We plan to come back and tour the rest. There is ample parking. A favorite among my boys was the Virtual Reality Simulation, you do have to pay for it, but it was a neat experience!

This museum is an amazing and fun interactive experience for all ages. They have a new interactive education center for all ages that was absolutely epic. Try your hand as an engineer and build a bridge or diagnose medical conditions in their interactive video games or head over and do a craft of the day to learn more about the military. The exhibits are also interactive with puzzles and movies throughout the building. Finally, head up stairs for their medal of honor wall and learn about what sacrifices were made by the brave men and women on that wall. We will definitely be back.

This museum is a tribute to the history of a nation's Army. The experience starts outside with beautifully maintained grounds and outdoor displays telling the history of Army units. On entering the museum the open space is bright and welcoming with the ribbons of past campaign medals lining the ceiling in a beautiful display. To reach the exhibits one must walk through a series of pillars which testify to the valor and honor Soldiers who served and sacrificed to maintain the glory of America's Army. From there visitors can literally walk through the history and ideas which make the US Army both essential and inspiring. The location may seem out of the way, but a brief trip out of town to learn about the history of an Army which has defended freedom around the world is worth the trip.

Sort of formulaic place. Old soldiers, an ancient Sherman tank, ancient moments from long forgotten wars. No Abrams tank or hot helicopter, just ancient old stuff. A total so what of a place

This is an awesome museum, I'm glad I came leaving the museum I realized how fortunate I am to be in the presence of heroes, that have sacrificed so much from the beginning of our nation's creation.

While the Army is the 1st most senior branch of our military, they are the last to have a National Museum! It is outstanding! They did it right. They've been collecting artifacts since Jamestown, they have a sword from there. Through every skirmish, battle, conflict, war, etc. they have the actual equipment that was used! Well worth the trip! And the workers and volunteers there are awesome, knowledgeable, and very friendly. I will go back. Well worth the trip!

An immersive experience. The exhibits are well-organized and accompanied by captivating, detailed information. There’s plenty of friendly staff around with a wealth of historical and technical information pertinent to the exhibits. There are several exhibits accompanied by videos playing through projectors which really bring the scenes to life. The mannequins are very lifelike; a lot of attention to detail went into making them. They keep everything clean and tidy. The restroom smelled divine.

This is a new and very modern museum. I got to see just the first floor, but there is a lot to see, and the exhibits are nicely done. It's kid friendly if your child likes planes and trucks. The staff is amazing and very helpful. Some presentations of events are questionable, but all in all, it is a nice place to visit to start critically analyzing American nationalism and militarism. Nice cafeteria inside.

First time my boyfriend and I came to visit which was a great experience. The museum layout is beautiful and well done. I love the timeline of the Army’s history. The technology that gets you involved and hands on is very cool. The videos they show of the wars is very interesting & fascinating. Couldn’t stop watching

If you ever are in the DMV area you need to check out National Museum of the United States Army! This has to be one of THE best museums we have gone to!They have a movie to start you off with in their theater that plays on a 300 degree screen and you feel every bit of what you see! Not to mention, the entire museum is free! They even used real living soldiers to create the mannequins that are throughout the museum, which was pretty cool. The staff are amazing and educate you on the history throughout the museum. They make sure that you feel at home while you are there. Expect to spend a few hours exploring. They have a Cafe, art museum and a STEM hands on are for kids towards the front of the museum before you exit. Oh, and don't forget to visit the 3rd floor where the Medal of Honor garden is. It is beautiful!

This museum is off the beaten path so there were no crowds and for the first hour, we seemed to be the only ones there! The building is beautiful, the bathrooms were pristine and the museum is super family/kid friendly. They have a cafe, a theater, kids play area and a great gift shop. Highly recommend!

As a Marine veteran, this is worth a visit.

We had a wonderful experience. We live in Northern VA so have been to many of the museums in DC. This was the best museum i have been to. Not too busy, lots of space and great use of audio visual and a fantastic theatre. There is also a large area outside which the kids loved running around. I would do this museum and then the Marine Corps museum down the road for a day out. The building architecturally is also amazing.

What an awesome way to pay tribute to the United States Army! Displays are realistic, the sounds are good reminders of what you hear in battle, the Welcome Hall is no indication of what you experience once you get into the museum exhibits. I recommend it to anyone intrested in the military history.

I didn’t know this museum has been open the last two years. Great way to honor the history of my brothers in arms. The kid section was a hit with the little ones, and the virtual reality was pretty neat. I will definitely come back in the future. Army strong 💪

Wow, what an amazing museum! Not only is it beautifully kept, wonderfully organized and has a lot of knowledgeable staff, it truly is a must see. A very cool experience if you have family or friends who have served or are currently serving in the US Army. Just outside the gates of Belvoir. I feel horrible we didn’t visit it sooner. I plan to go back and truly take my time reading everything. We saw a lot the nearly 4 hours we spent there yesterday. *I had many more photos and videos but reached the limit of 50 for this review* Keep up the great work because it shows! The staff was wonderful!

Beautiful grounds and interior. Well thought out museum and displayed. Easy to get too off the 95 in northern Virginia. Parking is plentiful and space to walk around the exterior. Staff and volunteers are knowledgeable and helpful. A nice place to visit.

Awesome museum! Absolutely enjoyed my time here! I just wish I had more time, as it took all of 3-4 hrs and then some to see everything. The cafe is reasonably priced as well. And the best part is the museum is completely free. Though, the gift shop is pretty overpriced.

Very well curated museum. One of the best I’ve visited. It covers The Revolutionary War, all the way to current engagements. Items, innovations, ideas… they really have a lot covered. The Sherman Tank, and Higgins Boat were really neat. The staff was very friendly and welcoming too. Definitely a must visit.

Fantastic museum filled for US Army material. Great and well deserved dedication to those brave men and women. The museum is divided into time periods which makes it easy to track the transition and development of the Army over time. Good videos that explain different events. Also contains some activities for younger kids to enjoy.

Has a set of areas where you can go over the past achievements of soldiers- men and women who have exceeded their duties. There are interactive sets where you can learn about specific times during war that changed our standing in the world. Overall it's a nice place to spend an afternoon if you enjoy American history.

Brand new museum. Setup generously. Telling the story of the US Army thru its 240 year plus history. Highly recommended! Do take a tour with a 'docent'. These volunteers all have many years of experience in the army!

This is a very nice museum. It is modern and fairly new. The exhibits cover the history of the United States Army from its founding in 1775 until today. There are standard static exhibits along with interactive exhibits. Mannequins, vehicles, uniforms, weapons, and other military artifacts are on display. The introductory movie is a must see. Entry is free, but requires timed tickets which can be ordered online via the museums website.

It is very beautiful and a somber reminder that the tree of liberty is watered with the blood of patriots. Please donate to this beautiful museum. The men and women who volunteer there are a wealth of knowledge and very friendly.

A must visit museum for those interested in history & the armed forces. Many interactive exhibits that my kids loved as well. The staff is friendly and helpful if you have any questions. The café also has good selections and food for when you need to take a break. Allow yourself plenty of time to go through this lovely museum.

Definitely worth visiting if you are in the area. If you do have children that are 6 years and below I do recommend bringing a stroller, that way you can take your time walking through the whole museum. Each section gave you a place to sit down and watch a short clip about what happened during that time. My 11 year old was very fascinated by everything. We went early morning so there wasn't a crowd. They do have a VR Experience, cafe, gift shop, and a child interaction center.

Fantastic museum - spacious, modern, engaging. Free timed tickets are required but easily reserved online. Plenty of free onsite parking. Docents are friendly, professional, and outgoing. Our group spent 2.5 hours in the museum - allow at least 3 hours if you plan to engage in the immersive virtual reality activities or grab a snack at the cafe. Recommend 10/10.

When you spend two hours in the first four galleries alone, you know you have a good museum. I am going to be coming back soon as I didn't even get to finish. Amazing exhibits and very interesting artifacts. The guides were friendly. Really the only negative was that the gift shop was pricey, but that's usually the case with most gift shops.

We got our free timed tickets and the virtual reality experience tickets online. There’s plenty of free parking. Check their website to see what are the things to do, including what items you are prohibited to bring inside. There’s a screening at the entrance just like in airports so do plan and prepare accordingly. Start your visit with the Noble Deeds movie at the 300 degree screen Army theater. It's an amazing 4d like experience. The exhibit layout are well designed, planned, implemented, well thought off with incredible artifacts. Was informed that the mannequins were based upon real soldiers, its so realistically sculpted- it felt eerie staring at them- just like they stare back at you. Do try the Army Action Center: Virtual Reality and Motion Theater Experience - check website for rates. Free Guided tours are also available. The museum has a group of wonderful volunteers who can answer questions, give you insights, and other valuable information that will help make your visit worthwhile. You could easily spend a couple of hours or more, and mind you some parts are still not open/under construction. There’s also museum cafe and museum store inside. This is a museum that is highly recommended. We'll be back for sure. I give it 6 stars - if I could.

Great experience!

This museum exceeded my expectations. It was beautifully laid out and the information was easy to read. Lots of interactive screens and life-size models. Videos in every exhibit were engaging. The theater was a grand experience. My family and I were there for 3 hours and we didn't even get to see it all. Will definitely be back!

Decided to visit the museum after visiting Fort Belvoir earlier that day. We enjoyed checking out the main floor exploration through the years and learning about the Army's involvement with our nation's history. The museum is very well put together and all the exhibits we were able to visit were outstanding. My only issue, which continued to happen within each room, was that I felt like we were being followed. Each time we approached an exhibit or mentioned something out loud about something we were reading about, a volunteer was right there. It became a little repetitive and slightly bothered us because it happened in every room. Also, when we were showing things to the children who were with us, a few volunteers would correct us on how we described things to them. So, the behavior started off a little pestering and then became what felt like a little rude. We spoke about returning again at some point to look at the other floors and possibly bring more people to enjoy the museum with us. However, if we are going to be followed around and given information about things/people that we don't ask about, we might need a sign that says something about "no assistance needed."

I didn't know what to expect coming into this museum and I was blown away at the awesomeness! Each exhibit is well put together, amazing models and actual equipment. The stories and information to read was incredible and even more so of the people working there! I will be going multiple times to see everything!

This is an excellent museum! The staff are always welcoming and enjoy answering questions. The displays are engaging and very well done. In the Experiential Learning Center there is a great play area (Fort Discover) for toddlers through 2nd grade or so. Next to the play area there is a section that is great for teens. There are interactive displays including a helicopter and medical tent.

Great visit. Lots of history. Worth the time it takes to learn more about the Army's contribution.

Awesome. My dad was in the army and he told me about it and showed me what it was like. I'm 16 and usually I hate museums.

Great museum, definitely worth visiting!

Fantastic! Great setup, awesome for history lovers.

It's OK to visit but it seems more like a recruitment center then a museum really. That's fine if your looking to join but as someone who has already been in the army I wasn't too impressed by it. They do have nice displays and rare things in there. It's worth a stop just to see those items.

I finally got a chance to visit!! No entry fee but you must go to the website to get your timed-entry tickets. Plenty of parking but it is a brief walk to the building from the parking lot for those that need assistance. There is a roundabout to drop off people and then go park. We had one member of our group who can't walk very far. You go through a security check before entering, as most museums nowadays. The security guards are friendly and polite but the guy looked like he could take out a bear so don't mess with them LOL The museum was absolutely amazing - even for a non-history person like me! The exhibits were thoughtfully done and there is so much to read and learn about each conflict throughout history. I must admit the more recent conflicts/wars were hard for me since I have close family and friends who served in the army during these times. I even saw one of my friend's picture on the pylons at the front of the museum (it rotates through pictures and their stories). Plenty of seating in the hallways for those who need a rest or time to reflect. There were virtual games/rides at one end of the museum - for an additional fee. One you can pretend to ride in a tank, others are team games where you defend a base. Kids (& adults) enjoyed it. Good gift shop and there was a cafe but we didn’t eat there. There is also a kids experience on the main level that is interactive for them to find and locate objects in the room, and build a virtual bridge. For younger kids but our teenager had fun in there as well. I expect to come back and bring out of town guests as its a hidden gem from going into DC.

The museum was a great place. Me and a friend got there and was empresed both of us Living in the area I plan to bring friends and family

We had an incredible time visiting the museum and the team really was ready to speak with the visitors and knew their stuff. We'll be back!

First step in the door: 'wow this place is next level CLEAN - similar to walking into an Apple store'. Well designed to both honor those who've served as well as educate visitors about the experiences of past generations.

Visited the museum based on a recommendation. It exceeded my expectations and the US Army has done a really good job presenting a long history many conflicts. It deserves a repeat visit. The museum is free admission and the volunteers are friendly, helpful, and informative. Highly recommend.

Fantastic. Great layout for adults and children. You can go from exhibit area to area starting from the beginning of the US to the present at your pace. This is a must see.

Brand new! Spacious! Good safety protocols. Nice exhibits. Free parking. Can be reached by bus. Free admission. timed- tickets to limit crowd size.

Lots of tech flourishes. Very showy. Lighter on artifacts in the older exhibits but lots as you get more current. WWI room exceptional.

What a wonderful experience. Definitely a must see for everyone. Beautiful museum, lots of room, good food at the cafe, some awesome artifacts and displays. Truly enjoyed our time here.

Great museum that goes over the birth of the army through today. Excellent exhibits and artifacts. They are taking Covid precautions very well. Great volunteers.

Great time. wouldn't waste time on Airwalker simulator, nothing to do with Army. Tank simulator most fun. Need several visits or a combined 10 hours to take it in.

Very nice museum! Clean, modern and full of great exhibits. If you are like me and like to take your time and read the exhibits, it will take you a while (3+ hours)

It is extremely well done. The presentations of different periods in our just history are excellent. The building itself is done very well. Being a Vietnam Ranger, naturally, I looked for how we were represented. I was disappointed not to find any reference.

This is a beautiful museum! Lots of great exhibits including Sgt York’s helmet, the first Sherman tank into Bastogne, a WWI liberty truck, and nearly every rifle ever carried by a US soldier. I spent a little over an hour on my first visit, mainly checking out the artifacts. Since this museum is 10 mins from my house, I’ll be back many more times. If you want to take in all the interactive displays and films, you’ll want to set aside two hours at a minimum. Unlike the Marine Corps Museum, the Army Museum goes all they way through to the GWOT (that era’s still under construction in Quantico). Parking is free, but this would be a nice biking destination as well! Worth the wait!

Very informational. Workers were all knowledgeable of the displays. Had loads of fun.

Brand new! We'll curated! Airy, with high ceilings. .

Great Museum!

Great info...love the personal stories and the VR exhibits.

I'm retired AF but wanted to go because my wife said it was brand new. In a word...magnificent

For bookworms, expect 6+ hours. Kids spend at least 1 1/2 hour in the experimental learning center.

This is a great place to learn and enjoy history of the Army. Will return to see it again now have many picture of it.

The National Museum of the United States Army has opened! Well designed museum and plenty of retired volunteers to answer questions about the various displays. There are some very good exhibits and really like how the museum attemps to get the Soldier's story out. The Army musuem certainly gives competition to the National Museum of the Marine Corps!

Sooooo very impressed with this 5 star museum. It truly honors the Soldiers; past, present and even future ones, as it inspires and educates children also. It was well worth the wait. Great 4D movie theater with and/or without effects. Of Noble Deeds, great intro film/movie. Very nice meal selection at the Cafe. Awesome gift shop. I’ll be a frequent visitor :-) Makes me proud, yet also humbled to be a US Army Veteran. Thank you NMUSA. Great 👍🏼👍🏼 job !!!!!

God Bless America 🇺🇸

Fantastic Museum! Brand new and brilliantly laid out while already growing its footprint.

Great concept!

I was a bit let down. I served in a Pershing missile battery in the late 70's, early 80's which helped usher in the INF Treaty and the museum never mentioned it in the Cold War pavilion. Such an important achievement in the Army's history should not have been ignored.

Great place

Great for the entire family

Well worth the visit. Make sure to stop in at the interactive STEM site for the kids.

Beautiful, brand new museum. Lots of exhibits, good cafeteria on site and admission is free.

Great museum, plenty of exhibits and a surprisingly good cafe

New museum--good space for visitors. Friendly wait staff, free parking. Always a plus.

Amazing exhibits

Awesome museum. Some great exhibits and information. Divided into sections that made it easy and clear to follow the history of the U. S. Army. Easily accessible, very nice cafe, and the docents were helpful and plentiful. I could have spent more than the two hours I had there.

We went for the first time and I’m already excited to go back. There is so much to see and so many stories. The docents are so enthusiastic to help and tell additional stories, they were great. The grounds are beautiful and I’m looking forward to their upcoming programs.

Great museum, captures the lives and stories of American Soldiers

I have a lot to share with the museum at ft, Belvoir where I was not long before I went to Vietnam in 1966-1967, a very funny story...

I really don't know how this place isn't overwhelmed by parents yet. I go nearly every weekend with the kids because the zone for children is (i) completely epic and (ii) pretty much deserted. It'll get even better when they open it up fully. Guess I'll continue to enjoy this hidden gem till it gets discovered by the parenting masses.

An excellent tribute to the longs and storied history of the world's preeminent land force!

I arrived at the museum about 40 minutes prior to closure. Scott, the usher, delayed my enjoyment of my limited time in the museum by nagging me over the fact that I didn't get an "online ticket" prior to my arrival. He stated, "everyone knows you have to get an online ticket." I challenged Scott on his assertion that "everyone knows" to get an online ticket. Mainly, because stating "absolutes" is something that adults should stray away from. And if you don't know why, I'm not going to waste my time here explaining it. BTW, two things, 1) the museum is "absolutely" free & 2) at that moment in time, I was the "absolutely" only visitor in the museum. Regardless, I swatted Scott away like an annoying "gnat'' & proceeded to take in the museum with my now 35 minutes left. Paul, on the other hand, is the absolute "jewel" of the National Museum of the United States Army. While I made my way into the WWII exhibit, Paul graciously greeted me & in "50 cal machine gun style" proceeded to rattle off "fact after fact after fact" concerning this particular exhibit. I couldn't help but stop & listen to his interesting tidbits of knowledge & factually accurate information. Paul is a consummate professional who takes pride in his work & it shows. On this relatively small venue, the museum does provide colorful & copious visual artifacts, displays & sculptures representing the rich history of the US Army. Prior to my departure from the museum, I did mention to Scott something that everyone absolutely loves at museums & that's the souvenir crush penny machines. The museum should invest in a couple of these crush penny machines. You could put depictions of your numerous exhibits on the pennys.

Really great experience, there is no way you can take it all in at one time...we will be going back again!

This museum has a lot packed into it. Be sure to get there at opening and catch the introduction movie (shown at regular intervals throughout the day). Sit in the back and be ready for sounds and sights of the Army's operations since the beginning of the nation. If you spend all day here like we did, they have a cafe that offers lunch and snacks. Highly recommended to those serving and those who are interested in the Army's history and potential future.

Great place

This museum really is a must see. We visited in April of 2022, and the museum had only been open a year and a few months at that time. It is housed in a beautiful building, inside and out. Many of the exhibits are unlike anything I have seen before.....really worth a visit!

Highly, highly recommend. Great space for veterans to be with other veterans and share stories. I’m not a museum person typically but I was truly impressed with the layout, the architecture, the curation, and the approach. I love that there was minimal focus on any particular individual-it was about the collective stories of soldiers past, present, and today. The website suggested 2 hours-I’d say 4 at the least. Will return again.

Well done and phenomenal staff!

Wonderful