Immerse yourself in the heroic stories of Medal of Honor recipients at the National Medal of Honor Museum in Chattanooga. Experience the Civil War era and more in an engaging and interactive attraction.
- National Medal of Honor Heritage Center - Situated in the vibrant center of Chattanooga, the National Medal of Honor Heritage Center is committed to presenting the significance and chronicles of the Medal of Honor to the public. This Heritage Center acts as a captivating narrator, bringing to life the extraordinary acts of valor performed by Medal of Honor awardees on their notable days of unparalleled bravery amidst the toughest conditions. Each narrative is a profound testament to courage and the principle of prioritizing collective duty above personal gain. The tales of every laureate are pertinent to our actions, whether on the front lines, in educational settings or corporate environments, or within the scope of our daily routines. The National Heritage Center is the custodian of over 6,000 artifacts that chronicle the journeys of Medal of Honor recipients and their comrades from the era of the Civil War to the present. These artifacts serve as physical tributes to the dedication and sacrifices of our service members.
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- Step into the boots of Medal of Honor recipients for an immersive experience
- Watch a short historical video at the Orientation Theater
- Enjoy full admission to the National Medal of Honor Heritage Center
Discover the latest attraction in Chattanooga - The National Medal of Honor Heritage Center. Our chronologically arranged exhibits take our guests from the Civil War era that led to the conferring of the first Medals of Honor, to the recent battles in Afghanistan and Iraq under the War on Terror. Explore a highly interactive experience at the Heritage Center, which transports visitors into the lives of Medal of Honor recipients by vividly narrating their tales of bravery. Visualize yourself in the shoes of Dr. Mary Walker treating injured soldiers in a church, or operating a machine gun in a World War I trench, or combatting alongside Charles Coolidge as he bravely battled a German Pazer tank single-handedly.
Your journey starts in our orientation cinema, where you’ll view a brief preliminary video that delves into the background of the Medal of Honor. Once the cinema doors open, you’ll be taken back to the times of the Civil War to study about the Andrew’s Raiders and the fascinating Great Locomotive Chase.
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