Kentucky Military History Museum

125 East Main Street
Frankfort, KY 40601

502-564-3265

About Us: 

The Kentucky Military History Museum emphasizes the service of the Kentucky Militia, State Guard, and other volunteer military organizations, from the Revolution through the Gulf War.

Displays include an impressive collection of firearms, edged weapons, artillery, uniforms, flags, photographs, personal items, and other equipment that illustrates the Commonwealth's martial heritage. The Kentucky Military History Museum is operated by the Kentucky National Guard and the Kentucky Historical Society.

The Commonwealth of Kentucky constructed the Old State Arsenal in 1850 to house the weapons and equipment of the Kentucky Militia. Designed by Kentuckian N.C. Cook, the two-story brick Gothic-Revival "castle" stands on a cliff overlooking the Kentucky River and the downtown area. In 1973, the Old State Arsenal became the home of the Kentucky Military History Museum.

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