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Museum at Fort Hood near Killeen

Fort Hood

Covering 339 square miles of Central Texas, the modern Army post is staffed with the largest group of soldiers and fighting machines in the free world. It is home of the Army's III Corps and 1st Cavalry Division.

The 1st Cavalry Division Museum exhibits more than 150 years of cavalry uniforms, equipment and arms from sabers to assault helicopters. Highlights the cavalry's evolving role in conflicts since the Civil War, with an emphasis on combat during World War II, in Korea and in Vietnam. Also includes artillery, tanks, trucks and captured foreign weapons. In Building 2218, 56th Street at 761st Tank Battalion Avenue. 254/287-3626. Open 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Mon.–Fri. and noon–4 p.m. Sat.–Sun. Closed on major holidays. Visitors must check in at the main gate entrance from U.S. 190 west of Killeen.

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Fort Hood
Killeen, Texas
76544

Hours

Mon.–Fri. 9 a.m.–4 p.m., Sat.–Sun. noon–4 p.m. Closed Christmas, New Year's Day and Thanksgiving.

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On the historic town square, this museum features an extensive collection of artifacts from the city's past. Items include a handmade lace wedding dress, an actual-size replica of a 1930s barber shop, antique household items and memorabilia from every graduating class of Leonard High School. Open 1–5 p.m. Fri. On South Connett Street. 903/587-2212.

City: Leonard
Region: Prairies and Lakes

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