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Rock Island Arsenal Museum, Rock Island, IL
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Rock Island Arsenal Museum

Army museum on Arsenal Island that preserves the history of the Rock Island Arsenal and its manufacturing work.

Bldg. 60, 3500 North Ave., Rock Island, IL 61299 · Rock Island, IL

About Rock Island Arsenal Museum

Run by the Rock Island Arsenal Historical Society, this museum sits on an active military installation in the Quad Cities. It collects and interprets the story of Arsenal Island, including the people, manufacturing methods, and military equipment produced there. It is the second-oldest museum of the U.S. Army. Visitors should plan for installation entry rules, since adults without a Department of Defense ID need a visitor pass from the Moline Gate Visitor Center.

  • #military history
  • #army museum
  • #Quad Cities
  • #manufacturing history
  • #Arsenal Island

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