Mott's Military Museum - New Wing Announcement

Today, the official dedication and ribbon cutting event was held at Mott's Military Museum.  The wing was revealed as a sneak peak but will be re-opened to the public in May 2015.  The current target is the weekend before memorial day.

Warren Mott gave moving dedications and was the most gracious of hosts for this event.  The veterans, their families and contributors in attendance all had a great time in a place where their service is honored and the artifacts telling the stories of war time and the military are treated with respect and reverence.

If you have never been to Mott's Military Museum, it is one of the must see places in central Ohio.   Go there now to see the open exhibits, then return again in May 2015 to see the new wing.

Ribbon cutting ceremony, officially opening the new wing.

This non-profit can always be helped by your donations, and memberships are also available if you choose to support the museum in that fashion.

Lee(right) is seen here discussing her military service with an interested visitor.

We don't want to give too much of the new exhibit away, but here are 2 images.  The first one shows the Ohio Vietnam War Memorial wall.  The hand crafted wall displays names of Ohioans by county.

The second image shows visitors checking out one of the new displays.

Motts Military Museum

Motts Military Museum has quite a wide range of artifacts ranging from the Revolutionary War through the War on Terror.  Located in Groveport, Ohio it is easily accessible and directions and contact information can be found at the official website.  This will be the first part of the series.  The museum is currently looking for funding to open a new wing for additional artifacts.  We will have another article to cover that opening.

The museum must be seen to be properly appreciated.  It can be an educational, emotional, and enlightening journey.  We'll tantalize your taste buds with a sampling of images.  This should get you sufficiently excited and wanting to make a trip.

There are a few main isle ways that contain memorabilia and original artwork.

Everything is laid out in an orderly fashion and is well documented.  A lot of time has gone into the carefully constructed displays.  It is one of the best displays I have ever seen.   On par with the likes of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Up in Cleveland, OH.

Here are some images of the things you will be able to see here:

Military Uniform with Purple Heart Medal

Nazi military hat

The cell door of Confederate Gen. Morgan when he was held of the Ohio Penitentiary

Original artwork regarding the Jewish Holocaust

Outside, you can find military vehicles and artillery pieces of all kinds.

Attack Helicopter

121th Fighter Wing Aircraft

Trooper Water Transport Craft

Howitzer

A replica of Edward Rickenbacker's house is also found on the grounds.  For those of you unfamiliar with Rickenbacker's contributions to this country and Ohio - please read this summary and learn about this great Ohioan.