Museum of the American G.I.

History Adventures Star-Spangled Banner
2025-07-12 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-07-19 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-07-26 10:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Museum of the American GI, 19124 Highway 6 South, College Station, Texas, 77845
This month at History Adventures: A Children’s Storytime, we’re traveling back to the War of 1812 to discover how our national anthem came to be with Francis Scott Key’s Star-Spangled Banner by Monica Kulling and Richard Walz.
Bring your future historians to the Museum of the American G.I. starting Saturday, July 12th at 10:30 AM, and join us each Saturday as we explore this powerful moment in our nation’s history.
Included with museum admission. No registration required—just drop in!

Tanks and a Movie
2025-07-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Museum of the American GI, 19124 Highway 6 South, College Station, Texas, 77845
Night at the Museum: Tanks and a Movie
What’s better than a tank movie? Watching it next to the real thing!
Join us for Night at the Museum: Tanks and a Movie, a special after-hours event at the Museum of the American G.I. For one night only, we’re opening our doors for exclusive evening access to some of our favorite WWII and post-war vehicles. You’ll have the rare opportunity to get an up-close look—and even climb inside—a select few of these historic machines.
It’s a perfect evening for families, history lovers, and anyone who’s ever wanted to get hands-on with military history. Explore the museum in a whole new light as we mix discovery, fun, and a movie under the rafters.
And speaking of the movie—can you guess what we’re showing based on the event graphic? Come see if you’re right and enjoy a fan-favorite film surrounded by tanks!
Bring your curiosity, your camera, and your sense of adventure. We’ll see you there!

History Adventures - The Wall
2025-08-02 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-08-09 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-08-16 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-08-23 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-08-30 10:30 - 11:00 | Museum of the American GI, 19124 Highway 6 South, College Station, Texas, 77845
Stop by every Saturday at 10:30 AM in August for History Adventures: A Children’s Storytime as we explore powerful moments in our nation’s past.
This month, we’re visiting the Vietnam War Memorial and honoring the brave souls who never made it home.
We’ll read The Wall by Eve Bunting — a touching story of a father and son searching for a beloved grandfather’s name on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. It’s a moving tribute to those who served and a heartfelt reminder of the families left behind.

Corvette Cruise In
2025-08-09 11:00 - 14:00 | Museum of the American GI, 19124 Highway 6 South, College Station, Texas, 77845
Join us for a fun and family-friendly day at the Museum of the American G.I. for our first-ever Tires & Tracks event on Saturday, August 9th, from 11 AM to 2 PM!
We’re bringing history to life as we roll out some of our historic military vehicles alongside some amazing rides from local car clubs. Whether you’re a fan of classic cars, military history, or just looking for a great weekend outing, there’s something for everyone!
Outdoor vehicle displays are free to view, and regular museum admission applies if you’d like to explore inside. Come enjoy the sights, meet other enthusiasts, and make it a day to remember!

History Adventures Thirty Minutes
2025-09-20 13:30 - 14:30, 2025-09-27 13:30 - 14:30 | Museum of the American GI, 19124 Highway 6 South, College Station, Texas, 77845
Every Saturday this September, join us for History Adventures – Children’s Storytime and a craft! This month we will be reading Thirty Minutes Over Oregon by Marc Tyler Nobleman. This story reveals how an extraordinary WWII event over Oregon led to an inspiring reconciliation years later. Afterward, children can participate in a creative craft activity, bringing the lesson of history home with them.
Included with museum admission. No registration required—just drop in!

History Adventures - H is for Honor
2025-10-04 13:30 - 14:00, 2025-10-11 13:30 - 14:00, 2025-10-18 13:30 - 14:00, 2025-10-25 13:30 - 14:00 | Museum of the American GI, 19124 Highway 6 South, College Station, Texas, 77845
Pssst… kids! Want to go on an ABC adventure? Bring your family to the Museum of the American G.I. at 1:30 PM each Saturday in October as we read H is for Honor, celebrating the families, service, and sacrifices that shape America.
Included with museum admission. No registration required – just drop in!

Victory Curls
2025-10-18 13:00 - 14:30 | Museum of the American GI, 19124 Highway 6 South, College Station, Texas, 77845
Hair, lips, eyes, oh my! – Victory Curls for Victory Girls!
Step back in time and experience the style and spirit of the 1940s! On Saturday, October 18, from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM, the Museum of the American G.I. will bring vintage beauty to life with a special program on WWII-era hair and makeup.
From bold red lips to the unforgettable victory rolls, you’ll learn how women of the 1940s balanced glamour and practicality – whether working in factories, serving in uniform, or dancing at the USO. Our special guest presenter, Sara Boswell, will share tips and tricks to help you recreate authentic vintage looks – whether for everyday wear, reenactments or just for fun!
Don’t miss this chance to experience the glamour, creativity, and resilience that defined an era.
Included with museum admission. No registration required – just drop in!

Tank or Treat
2025-10-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Museum of the American GI, 19124 Highway 6 South, College Station, Texas, 77845
🎃 Tank or Treat at the Museum of the American G.I. 🎃
Looking for family-friendly Halloween fun? Join us at the Museum of the American G.I. on Sunday, October 26th, from 1:00–3:00 PM for an afternoon packed with spook-tacular games, crafts, and activities!
Kids can test their skills at pumpkin chuckin’ and pumpkin bowling, decode hidden messages using a Halloween spy decoder, play a game of spooky cornhole, or brave the mystery of the eyeball surprise. Create your own Halloween keepsakes at the make-a-mask station and slimy Halloween table, then treat your sweet tooth with marshmallow ghosts.
Of course, the fun doesn’t stop there—explore the museum, enjoy the festive atmosphere, and snap some photos of your costumed crew with real WWII tanks and vehicles as the backdrop.
👻 Special Treat: Kids 12 and under who come in costume get in free!
Bring the whole family and celebrate Halloween with history, fun, and a few frightfully good surprises!

History Adventures - Henry and the Cannons
2025-11-01 13:30 - 14:00, 2025-11-15 13:30 - 14:00, 2025-11-22 13:30 - 14:00, 2025-11-29 13:30 - 14:00 | Museum of the American GI, 19124 Highway 6 South, College Station, Texas, 77845
Gather the family and head to the Museum of the American G.I. every Saturday* in November at 1:30 PM for History Adventures, our fun and educational children’s storytime. This month, we’ll read Henry and the Cannons by Don Brown — the true story of Henry Knox’s incredible journey during the American Revolution.

This event is included with museum admission.

*Except on November 8th, when the museum building will be closed for our spectacular History in Motion event.

History in Motion 2025
2025-11-08 10:00 - 2025-11-09 15:00 | Museum of the American GI, 19124 Highway 6 South, College Station, Texas, 77845
Coming November 8 & 9, 2025

Tanks, Tanks, Tanks!Feel the ground shake and engines roar at the Museum of the American G.I.’s History in Motion! Watch historic tanks, military vehicles, and artillery spring to life in a thrilling, action-filled weekend that brings the past into the present. You’ll experience one of the South’s premier collections of fully restored WWII and Vietnam-era vehicles—in motion.
This family-friendly event is packed with exciting activities for all ages! Tanks and vehicles will run throughout the day, with special demonstrations featuring historic weapons, artillery, and rare vehicles. Between shows, explore the displays up close—or climb aboard for a ride in a WWII tank or Half-Track!
We begin each day with a special presentation of the National Anthem at 10:00 AM, setting the stage for everything to follow. At 10:30 AM, prepare for an extraordinary 250-year span of American Military Small Arms in action! The action continues with not one but TWO BIG Vehicle Demonstrations at 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM—and rumor has it Santa himself may roll in to catch the show! At 12:30 PM, step back in time with a Civil War School of the Soldier drill. Don’t leave early or you will miss the finale: a powerful artillery demonstration that ends the day with a BOOM!
Gates open at 9:00 AMEvent hours: Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
FREE Parking is available at Santa’s Wonderland’s Blitzen Lot. From there, you enter the museum grounds through the admission tent.
TICKET INFORMATION
One Day Tickets (Cash price) $25 Adults, $10 Kids (5-17), Under 5 free
Speed through the line by purchasing admission tickets online! Available starting September 3, 2025, at 10 AM
Early Bird Promotion for the First 50 Online Tickets. Buy an early bird ticket to be entered for a chance for a FREE Tank Ride.
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Click the button below for a list of activities and to buy tickets!

History in Motion is a “Special Event Day’ and regular admission prices are not valid.
This is an outdoor event, and the museum building will not be open during History in Motion.

Cocoa for a Cause
2025-11-15 15:00 - 23:59 | Santa’s Wonderland, 18898 Hwy 6, College Station, 77845, United States
Christmas in November!
We invite you to join us at Santa’s Wonderland on November 15 for Military Appreciation Weekend! Veterans and Active-Duty Military personnel are free*. So grab your family and friends and join us as we honor and salute the men and women who served!
Your Texas Christmas Experience will not be complete without a cup of World Famous Hot Cocoa!
On Saturday, November 15, 100% of all Hot Cocoa Sales will go directly to the Museum of the American G.I.! So why not treat yourself to a delicious cup of cocoa and help support a good cause all at once?!
Thank you, Santa’s Wonderland, for helping us “Make the World a Better Place”!
We will have staff at the Trading Post to meet you and answer any questions you may have about our museum and our mission!
*You must show your Military ID for this free offer. It does not include family members, but you can purchase online to save on general admission tickets that family and friends may use during Military Appreciation Weekend.

Crafts with Mrs. Claus
2025-12-06 11:00 - 13:00 | Museum of the American GI, 19124 Highway 6 South, College Station, Texas, 77845
Join us on Saturday, December 6, for a holly jolly day filled with holiday crafts and photos with Mrs. Claus! From 11am-1pm kids can create a special Christmas craft to take home and then snap a festive photo with Mrs. Claus herself!
Bring your holiday spirit and make lasting memories with the whole family. We can’t wait to celebrate the season with you!
Admission to the event is $6 for parents and children.

History Adventures - Shooting Stars
2025-12-06 13:30 - 14:00, 2025-12-13 13:30 - 14:00, 2025-12-20 13:30 - 14:00 | Museum of the American GI, 19124 Highway 6 South, College Station, Texas, 77845
Step into a true Christmas miracle this December with History Adventures! We’ll be reading Shooting at the Stars by John Hendrix, the incredible real-life story of the Christmas Truce of 1914.
Join us every Saturday at 1:30 PM, and after the story, kids can snip, fold, and create their own sparkling paper snowflakes in a fun winter craft activity!

Paws with Mrs. Claus
2025-12-07 12:00 - 14:00 | Museum of the American GI, 19124 Highway 6 South, College Station, Texas, 77845
Bring your furry friends for a festive photo with Mrs. Claus at the Museum of the American G.I.! On Sunday, December 7, from 12 pm to 2 pm, bring your pet to the museum, whether they’ve been naughty or nice, for a festive picture with Mrs. Claus!
A perfect way to capture a holiday memory you’ll treasure all season long! While you’re here, enjoy our seasonal decorations and explore the museum’s exhibits.
Dress your pets in their holiday best — we can’t wait to see those festive outfits!
Pet photos with Mrs. Claus and admission to the museum are $10 on December 7 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Memories in Motion
2026-01-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Museum of the American GI, 19124 Highway 6 South, College Station, Texas, 77845
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Looking for the perfect gift for the person who has everything? Give them an unforgettable adventure at Memories in Motion: The Ultimate Christmas Gift to Rev Up the New Year at the Museum of the American G.I.!
Guests can climb inside a real World War II tank or tank destroyer and participate in an immersive, 30-minute session, running from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the first and second weekends of January. Choose your role as Tank Commander ($300) or Bow Gunner ($250) and experience the thrill of exploring inside the tank, driving up in position, and firing your station’s machine gun.
For an added adrenaline rush, participants can fire the main gun for an additional $50.
The experience features the M4A1 Sherman on January 3 and the M18 Hellcat on January 10. In the event of inclement weather that requires postponing the event, all rides will be rescheduled for January 17 (ride times may be adjusted).
It’s the ultimate way to combine history, horsepower, and holiday excitement!
