Holiday Hours of Operation:
Closed on Dec. 24 and 25
Open Dec. 26 – 28
11am to 3pm
Closed for Winter Break
12/29/24 through 2/28/25
Our Mission
The mission of the Veterans History Museum of the Carolinas is to honor our nation’s veterans, to educate the public about our country’s military history and the contribution of our service men and women, and to preserve important and unique historic artifacts. The Museum reflects a love of country and gratitude to those who serve it by remembering and celebrating their service.
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My father was a WWII combat veteran who lived here with me for the last 5+ years of his life. We discovered the museum in its first days at the Heritage Museum. It became simply the best thing in his life. He was treated like a celebrity: red-carpet (literally) welcomes, a seat of honor next to the mayor, photographed, interviewed, published, book-signings, Honor wall plaque, Quilts of Valor ceremony, his picture in the paper several times a year, great speakers and events, and always someone new saying thank you and please tell me your story. Never just an old man in a wheelchair but a man among heroes.
–John Luzena, Museum Volunteer
If you have never taken the time to browse through this particular museum, I highly recommend it. It is a travel through our country’s history through the eyes of those who made all our freedoms possible. You will hear the stories from those who can tell it with knowledge and compassion in their souls. You will leave with a humbled heart and a sense of gratitude for all of those who have sacrificed for our country. This is history you can’t learn from a textbook.
–Judy M., Brevard, NC
The Veterans History Museum Movie
“Through Their Eyes”
Depicting Americans at war from WWI to current day, through musuem artifacts, professional naration, photos, videos and veterans’ stories.
“Through Their Eyes” – Is a series of brief and powerful videos that offer a historical perspective and a learning experience for young and old.
Why the Veterans History Museum
The purpose of this veterans museum is to honor the men and women from North and South Carolina who served in our armed forces.
Some examples of what the museum features include one-of-a-kind artifacts, uniforms, weaponry, original newspapers, personal letters, etc.
All of these special items weave the great and proud stories of service in World War I, World War II, the Korean War, the Cold War, Vietnam, Iraq and Afghanistan.
They display and help us empathize with the wonder, but also the danger of our involvement in these wars, and the unique sacrifice of our military men and women!
Love of country plus gratitude to those who served proudly equals the museum’s theme for all ages, both young and old.
Peek Inside the Museum
Our Honor Wall hallmarks the service of veterans across North and South Carolina.
The Honor Wall is the first exhibit a visitor encounters. Golden plaques recognize those who served and those who are serving. Many funeral homes are now providing plaques in honor of passed veterans.
When looking for a meaningful way to honor a family member or friend, please consider an honor wall plaque. Click here for more information on how to honor your veteran.
Golden plaques are available for one hundred dollars and can be etched with up to forty five letters of your choice. Four inch by eight inch golden plaques are also available for two hundred dollars and can be etched with up to fifty letters.
Living Histories
A View from the Tonkin Gulf – Reflections of Michael Kuhne, LT, USN.
A View from the Tonkin Gulf How did I get to the Tonkin Gulf in Vietnam? My mom and dad served in the European Theater of WWII. My dad made patriotism a given. We felt a sacred commitment to defend our nation and the hopes of others around the world. I chose my path...
Merchant Marine, U.S. Army, and U.S. Navy – Harold Wellington
Harold Wellington (in Merchant Marine uniform) served in the Merchant Marine from 1942 to 1946, the U.S. Army in 1948, and the U.S. Navy from 1950 to 1954. He served in Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. A Young Man in Vermont joins the Merchant Marines Harold...
Joe Sansosti and the Fiercely Fought, Little-Known Battle of Dai Do
Vietnam Veteran Series - The Battle of Dai Do Joe Sansosti left Brevard High School at 18 to join the Marines. “My daddy told my brother, ‘that dummy doesn’t even know there’s a war going on,” he chuckled. “I just wanted to do something different.” He arrived in...
News
Combat Veterans to Share Their Stories
A special production of Brothers and Sisters Like These Saturday, October 21Starts at 2:00pmBrevard College On Saturday, October 21, the Veterans History Museum will host a special production of Brothers and Sisters Like These, a program featuring veterans sharing...
Egolf Motors Cruises to a Generous Donation for the Museum
Egolf Motors host Antique Car Show Egolf Motors in Brevard kicked off the Saturday of Labor Day weekend with their first-ever Cruise-In, a fun-raiser for the car enthusiasts and the community, and a fund-raiser for the Veterans History Museum of the Carolinas. The...
POW/MIA Recognition Day
Friday, September 15, National POW/MIA Recognition DayOn Friday, September 15, National POW/MIA Recognition Day, the Veterans History Museum of the Carolinas will host a presentation by Lt. Col. David B. Grant, USAF Retired, who will share the story and experiences of...
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The Veterans History Museum of the Carolinas
21 East Main Street
Brevard, North Carolina 28712
Call: (828) 884-2141
Admission: FREE
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