Education Department Update
As part of our ongoing commitment to delivering impactful educational resources, we partnered with the University of Wyoming’s Malcolm Wallop Civic Engagement Program and the Wyoming Department of Education to create standardsaligned lesson plans for secondary schools. This initiative included collaboration between NMMV and four dedicated educators from across Wyoming who visited the museum over the summer to help shape and develop the curriculum. Their insights and expertise ensured our historical materials were meaningfully woven into classrooms statewide, deepening students’ understanding of military history and civic responsibility.
On August 20, 2025, the National Museum of Military Vehicles hosted an event with the Wyoming Department of Education and the University of Wyoming’s Malcolm Wallop Civil Engagement that showcased these new resources and celebrated the incredible teachers who brought this vision to life. We could not have been more excited to highlight their contributions and share what’s been created with the broader education community.
We also had the pleasure of partnering with History Jackson Hole and their Museum’s Junior Curator Camp. We welcomed their students for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour led by our curator. Together, the students explored the fundamentals of exhibit development, peeked into our archives, and shared what goes into telling stories through artifacts. Inspired by their experience, the students returned to their museum. They curated a mini exhibit as part of their camp week, bringing their fresh perspectives and curiosity into the profession of museum work.
Looking ahead, we’re thrilled to welcome schools from across Wyoming and neighboring states during the upcoming academic year. Each visit offers a unique opportunity to spark curiosity, deepen historical understanding, and foster civic engagement among students. With new resources in place and inspiring partnerships behind us, we look forward to seeing the impact unfold in classrooms and the museum alike.
Erica Harris, Director of Education