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According to the West Point Museum’s website, this institution is the nation’s oldest federal museum, dedicated to preserving and showcasing the rich military history of the United States.
The museum’s mission, per its website, is to collect, preserve, exhibit, and interpret historically significant artifacts related to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, the U.S. Army, and the Profession of Arms, and visitors—admission is free—can explore exhibits spanning centuries, from the Revolutionary War to modern military advancements.
One Readers' Choice voter simply described it as “amazing history.”
The West Point Museum collection includes military artifacts spanning centuries, per its website.
Expressing appreciation for this recognition, West Point Museum’s Director and Chief Curator, David Reel, shared:
"The West Point Museum is honored to be voted the Best Historical Site/Museum in the Hudson Valley! As the Nation’s oldest military museum, our mission has been to collect, preserve, exhibit, and interpret historically significant artifacts pertaining to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, the U.S. Army, and the Profession of Arms.
"This award is indicative of the outstanding programming provided by the staff and volunteers at the museum. The entire museum team looks forward to welcoming visitors in 2025 and appreciates the support of the Daily Voice readers who voted for us!"
The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of the Best in the Hudson Valley began with reader nominations in October and ended with a voting period for finalists in 80+ categories in December.
Congratulations to the West Point Museum!
The museum is located at 2110 New South Post Rd. in West Point. Check out the museum's website to learn more.
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