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Homefront Legacy

Evansville Wartime Museum honors those at home and abroad who sacrificed and toiled for the furtherance of freedom in the world.

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Commemorating Our Military Heritage

Evansville Wartime Museum encompasses walk through galleries and exhibits of our area’s wartime history and achievements. You’ll see examples of wartime production, the stories of area veterans and some of the vehicles from the WWII era. This is the place to visit for a surprising, interesting and world-changing story of our community’s involvement in winning WWII. We look forward to your visit!

Explore Our Exhibits

Experience fascinating stories of our local service men and women through our galleries and exhibits—from rationing’s impact on daily life at home to dealing with absence of family while away at the front.

Ride a Sherman Tank

Have you ever wondered how tankers felt as they rolled into combat? Evansville’s war effort included refurbishing thousands of Sherman tanks and you can schedule a tank ride on Rosie’s Revenge.

Take a Private Tour

Go beyond the galleries and uncover the details of Evansville’s wartime history with a private tour available to groups, schools, and organizations.

Upcoming Events

Aug

7

Lunch, Learn, & Share – President Truman & the Atomic Bomb

7503 Petersburg Road, Evansville, IN 47725

11:00 am

Presented by Mike Clark. Lunch, Learn, & Share Program Seniors (55+) Only – NO CHARGE! Sponsored By: Bronstein Foundation Reservations must email or call the museum. Email: [email protected]/ Phone: 812-424-7461 Please reserve your spot at least three days prior to event to determine number of lunches needed. Space is limited.

Aug

9

Huey Helicopter Weekend

7503 Petersburg Road, Evansville, IN 47725

9:00 am

August 9th & 10th. Join us in welcoming the Columbia Indiana Huey Helicopter and crew! Rides available both Saturday and Sunday on a first-come, first-serve basis and are only able to be purchased at the museum the days of the event. Rides are $100 per adult, $50 per child 12 and under. Admission to the museum required separately.

Aug

21

Sanctuary on the Hill: A Place for Veterans

7503 Petersburg Road, Evansville, IN 47725

11:00 am

Presented by Paul Linberg Lunch, Learn, & Share Program Seniors (55+) Only – NO CHARGE! Sponsored By: Bronstein Foundation Reservations must email or call the museum. Email: [email protected]/ Phone: 812-424-7461 Please reserve your spot at least three days prior to event to determine number of lunches needed. Space is limited.

Aug

22

Photo Op with Hoosier Spirit II – Frog Follies

7503 Petersburg Road, Evansville, IN 47725

10:00 am

Love your vehicle? Get a photo of your car with the Evansville built P47 Thunderbolt, Hoosier Spirit II, the state plane of Indiana! Photo ops are $20 per vehicle. No restriction on type of vehicle. This opportunity is open to the public. Friday August 22-Sunday August 24.

Aug

31

Celebration of 80th Anniversary of VJ Day

7503 Petersburg Road, Evansville, IN 47725

12:00 pm

Join us as we celebrate the Greatest Generation. The Evansville Wartime will be open to the public for free admission on this celebration of the official end of World War II. We also invite anyone who was a WWII Veteran or was on the homefront during that time to share their stories with us to record as part of our living history initiative. Whether you were a child or a factory worker, we would like to hear from you. There will be a candlelight ceremony and more!

Sep

4

Lunch, Learn, & Share – Werner Von Braun

7503 Petersburg Road, Evansville, IN 47725

11:00 am

Presented by Tom David. Lunch, Learn, & Share Program Seniors (55+) Only – NO CHARGE! Sponsored By: Bronstein Foundation Reservations must email or call the museum. Email: [email protected]/ Phone: 812-424-7461 Please reserve your spot at least three days prior to event to determine number of lunches needed. Space is limited.

Sep

18

Lunch, Learn, & Share – Beauty & Bullets

7503 Petersburg Road, Evansville, IN 47725

11:00 am

Presented by Stephanie Pitchers. Lunch, Learn, & Share Program Seniors (55+) Only – NO CHARGE! Sponsored By: Bronstein Foundation Reservations must email or call the museum. Email: [email protected]/ Phone: 812-424-7461 Please reserve your spot at least three days prior to event to determine number of lunches needed. Space is limited.

Sep

27

Warbird Weekend

7503 Petersburg Road, Evansville, IN 47725

10:00 am

September 27 & 28 Join us in welcoming the B-25 Mitchell Bomber, "Champaign Gal" for ground tours and rides! Admission is required for all visitors. Rides are sold through the Champaign Aviation Museum's Website. Event admission is $20 per person 16 and up, $10 per child ages 5-15, ages 0-4 are free, $60 per family of 4 for event.

Oct

2

Lunch, Learn, & Share – 1937 Flood in Evansville

7503 Petersburg Road, Evansville, IN 47725

11:00 am

Presented by Dona Bone. Lunch, Learn, & Share Program Seniors (55+) Only – NO CHARGE! Sponsored By: Bronstein Foundation Reservations must email or call the museum. Email: [email protected]/ Phone: 812-424-7461 Please reserve your spot at least three days prior to event to determine number of lunches needed. Space is limited.

Oct

16

Lunch, Learn, & Share – Afghanistan Experiences

7503 Petersburg Road, Evansville, IN 47725

11:00 am

Presented by Dr. William Carey. Lunch, Learn, & Share Program Seniors (55+) Only – NO CHARGE! Sponsored By: Bronstein Foundation Reservations must email or call the museum. Email: [email protected]/ Phone: 812-424-7461 Please reserve your spot at least three days prior to event to determine number of lunches needed. Space is limited.

Exhibits

Community's WWII Contribution

1943 M4A4 Sherman Tank

The 1943 M4A4 Sherman Tank is a key piece of World War II history, serving as a reliable workhorse for the Allied forces during the conflict. Known for its versatility and robust design, this particular tank played a crucial role in key battles, contributing to the eventual Allied victory in Europe and beyond.

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History in the Making

Evansville and the P-47 Thunderbolt

Discover how Evansville, Indiana, transformed from a manufacturing hub into a wartime powerhouse during WWII, producing over 6,000 P-47 Thunderbolts at Republic Aviation. Click to learn more about the journey of one iconic plane, Hoosier Spirit II, and its deep connection to the city’s historic role in the war effort.

Hoosier Spirit II

Bravo Echo Sierra Tango

The Wartime Museum is REALLY COOL! The displays they have are amazing and they have a great selection of wartime items. Great for seniors, children, and anyone who wants to learn about the history of war.

Wayne O

My kids (ages teen thru preteen) showed alot more interest than I expected. The staff/volunteers/pilots there answered their questions without any hesitation and engaged with them to where we spent several hours there.

Stephanie W

Unbelievable experience to see the dedication of the City of Evansville and it's population come together to serve this great nation during our times of conflict. Spend an hour or the day and you will be amazed.

Greg S

What a neat piece of history. It is so cool to see how vital Evansville was to the war efforts. The staff are all so nice and our guide was incredibly personable and really knew what he was talking about.

Ashley H

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Hours

April – September
Mon, Fri & Sat – 9:00AM to 4:00PM CST
Thu & Sun – 12:00PM to 4:00PM CST

October – March
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat & Sun – 12:00PM to 4:00PM CST

Last admission to the museum is at 3:30PM CST

Admissions

Special Events - Pricing will vary.

General Admission - $11.00

Youth (6-17) - $8.00

Children (0-5) - Free

Seniors (65+) - $8.00

Active Duty Military, Veterans, First Responders - $8.00