Patton Museum - Fort Knox (United Sates)

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The museum

What is this museum about ?

The General George Patton Museum (formerly the Patton Museum of Cavalry and Armor) was established to preserve historical material, enhance the training of Armor soldiers and for public exhibit and research. The Museum is administered by the U.S. Army Armor Center, Fort Knox, and is one of the largest in the U.S. Army Museum System.

The original museum was officially dedicated on May 30th, 1949 by Beatrice Patton, the widow of the general. The present building was constructed between 1972 and 1992 without cost of the U.S. Government by the Patton Museum Foundation, Inc. with funds donated by thousands of individuals and organizations from around the world.

.The museum complex consists of the Patton, WW1, WW2 and Post World War Galleries as well as a Special Exhibit area, The Emert L. Davis Memorial Library, outdoor static displays and the Armor Memorial Park. It is adjacent to Keyes Park, which contains a covered picnic facility, restrooms and children’s playground. The General George Patton Museum contains the largest collection of Patton artifacts in the world, including personal items used by General Patton throughout his life.

The General George Patton Museum is entering a new phase of development, in order to preserve the gift of leadership and courage demonstrated by all those who have served in the Armor branch through the years.

The General George Patton Museum hosts over 125,000 visitors from the local community, Kentucky, the United States and internationally. In addition, The General George Patton Museum serves as the focal point for historical training of all Armor soldiers at Fort Knox.

The official website provides an entire gallery dedicated to WW2 armour

Museum authorities can be contacted by mail.

Location information

The Museum is located in Fort Knox (Kentucky) near West Point.

4554 Fayette Avenue
Fort Knox, Kentucky
40121-0208

Opening Hours : from 09 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. daily (from 09 a.m. to 4.30 p.m during WE, always closed in December 24th, 25th and 31st and January 1st).

Take a look at the map here.

Museum visitors can use the free public parking lot directly accessible from 31W. Handicapped visitors wishing to park closer must access the post through the security checkpoints at any of the post gates. Parking lot is accessible 30 minutes before and after normal museum hours.

Admission to the General George Patton Museum is free.