America Turns 250 • Friday, July 3, 2026

Celebrate America’s 250th

Spend Independence weekend at the National Museum of Military Vehicles in Dubois, Wyoming, for a one-day special event honoring American freedom and featuring military vehicle rides, tank and machine gun demonstrations, museum exhibits, a Korean War program, and an evening dinner.

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July 3 at a glance

Exhibits open: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The Canteen: 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Included with admission: military vehicle rides

Featured demonstrations: tanks, machine guns, vehicle crush

Admission bonus: July 3 ticket also valid July 5

Why this event matters

A patriotic celebration built around service, sacrifice, and freedom.

On July 3, the National Museum of Military Vehicles will mark America’s 250th birthday with a full day of living history, immersive exhibits, and special-event programming that brings the museum’s mission to life.

The museum exists to honor the service and sacrifice of veterans and their families, educate the public on the history of American freedom, and preserve and share historic military vehicles. This special event extends that mission beyond the galleries and into a memorable Independence weekend experience.

Visitors can explore the museum, watch large outdoor demonstrations, ride in historic vehicles, and take in a featured Korean War presentation—all in one remarkable day near Dubois, Wyoming.

Special event day on July 3

9–6

Exhibit hours on event day

Vehicle ride sessions

Major demo performances

Featured experiences

See it. Hear it. Feel it.

This is not a typical holiday stop. It is a chance to experience military history with motion, sound, interpretation, and hands-on access.

The UH-1 Iroquois, the Huey, was the Vietnam War’s iconic helicopter.

Military vehicle rides Guests with museum admission can ride in historic military vehicles during two scheduled sessions at no additional charge.

Tank demonstrations Two major demonstrations will feature tanks, machine gun firing, live interpretation, and a dramatic vehicle-crushing finale.

Climb inside a tank Visitors can climb inside the Easy Eight Sherman with docent guidance for one of the day’s most memorable experiences.

Korean War program A museum overview video and Shayne Jarosz lecture on the Battle of the Chosin Reservoir add context and depth to the day.

July 3 schedule

One day. Full program. Special access.

Regular public tours will not be offered July 3. Instead, the day is built around scheduled demonstrations and special-event experiences. July 3 admission will also be valid July 5.

Event timeline

7:30 a.m.

The Canteen opens

Breakfast and food service begin ahead of the museum day.

9 a.m.

Exhibits open

Museum galleries open for self-guided exploration throughout the day.

10–11 a.m.

Military vehicle rides

Included with paid admission. Rides will take place on a circular route on museum grounds.

11 a.m.–Noon

Tank and machine gun demonstration

Two tanks, commentary, machine gun firing, and a vehicle crush demonstration in the outdoor demo area.

Noon–1:30 p.m.

Lunch break

Time to visit The Canteen and explore exhibits between programming blocks.

1:30–2:45 p.m.

Korean War feature program

Museum video overview followed by Shayne Jarosz’s lecture, “The Battle of the Chosin Reservoir,” and Q&A.

2:30–3:30 p.m.

Military vehicle rides

Second ride session for visitors with museum wristbands.

3:30–4:30 p.m.

Repeat demonstration

Second tank, machine gun, and vehicle-crushing demonstration of the day.

5–7:30 p.m.

Evening dinner and reception

Ticketed dinner with appetizers, drinks, dinner service, and music in the USS Wyoming and Cowboy Guard rooms.

Know before you go

No regular public tours will be offered July 3. The day is focused on special-event programming.

Admission purchased July 3 will also be valid July 5, when guests may return for the museum’s normal schedule.

The Easy Eight Sherman climb-in experience is planned as part of the day.

The museum will operate on its normal schedule July 5.

Plan your visit

Celebrate in Dubois, then come back for more.

Located near Dubois, Wyoming, the museum is a destination stop for travelers headed to or from Grand Teton and Yellowstone. July 3 offers special event programming, and your paid admission also gives you the option to return July 5.

Visitor essentials
National Museum of Military Vehicles
6419 US Highway 26, Dubois, Wyoming
July 3 exhibits open 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
The Canteen open 7:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m.

Historic musket artifact at the National Museum of Military Vehicles

America Turns 250

Honor American Freedom With Us.

Join the National Museum of Military Vehicles on Friday, July 3, for a one-day patriotic celebration built around the machines, stories, and service that shaped the nation.

Friday, July 3, 2026 Dubois, Wyoming National Museum of Military Vehicles