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National Mounted Warrior Museum

105 Trooper Loop · Fort Hood, TX

Why you should go…

The National Mounted Warrior Museum sits on 17 acres adjacent to Fort Hood (Fort Cavazos) in central Texas and is run by the National Mounted Warfare Foundation. It absorbed the collections of the former 1st Cavalry Division Museum and 3rd Cavalry Regiment Museum, sharing the history of mounted combat and the units that served there through immersive exhibits and multimedia. There is no admission fee and no visitor pass or government ID is required. It is open Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Good to know

General museums guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Check the special exhibition separately

    Touring shows usually carry their own ticket and their own opening hours, listed apart from general admission.

  • Look for the free window

    Many museums run community days, member evenings, or discounted late openings. It is worth a look before you pay full price.

  • Travel light through the door

    Large bags and backpacks often have to go to a coat check, and lines for it move slowly at opening.

  • Weekday mornings beat weekend afternoons

    School groups clear out by early afternoon midweek, while weekends stay busy from late morning on.

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