The National Infantry Museum

About The National Infantry Museum

The National Infantry Museum is a children's museum in Columbus, GA. The museum occupies 190,000 square feet and opened in 2009, making it one of the largest dedicated infantry history museums in the United States. Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars by 7,309 visitors.

💬 What Visitors Say

• 💬Allocate 3+ hours minimum to experience the museum thoroughly, as most visitors report needing this time to see major exhibits. Plan for a full day if you want to include the WWII military compound, theater program, and memorial walk with tanks.
• 💡The VR center is consistently highlighted as a must-do experience by multiple visitors. Prioritize this interactive exhibit in your visit planning as it's one of the most memorable features.
• 💡Don't miss the memorial walk extending to the tanks by the gate—this outdoor experience is frequently mentioned as a highlight and provides context to the indoor exhibits. The grounds are stroller-friendly with good temperature conditions.
• 💬This is a completely free admission museum supported by donation boxes and souvenir purchases. Budget $10-20+ for the gift shop if you want to support the museum's maintenance, but admission itself has no cost barrier.
• 💡Families with young children should know the museum actively welcomes strollers with full elevator access, and staff are accommodating with special requests (formula bottles, water bottles). The staff is noted as particularly kind and patient with children.