MG William L. Freeman, Jr.
The Adjutant General
State of Mississippi

Public education is at the heart of the Mississippi Armed Forces Museum’s mission. The Museum offers a variety of educational programs for children of all ages. The Museum's educational programs actively engage children with hands-on activities, making learning more meaningful.

Teachers throughout Mississippi can choose from a variety of educational programs that will allow them to enhance their curriculum. Touring the Museum is a perfect way for students to become actively engaged as they are immersed into our military’s history. Our Learning Footlocker allows students to experience history first hand in their classrooms. Our Wargaming Program offers students the opportunity to learn history while applying mathematics and critical thinking skills. The Flag Etiquette Program presented by VFW Post 3036 teaches students how to respect our flag by detailing the do’s and don’ts of the Flag Code. All of these valuable resources are available to teachers at no charge.

In addition to the educational programs of students, the Museum also offers monthly educational day camps and summer camps for children ages 6-12. Participants will explore the Museum in depth and learn about military history through hands-on activities involving arts and crafts, artifacts, food, etc. The camps allow children to learn about patriotism and history, all while having fun in the process! Contact Us

The Learning Foot Locker Program is offered to all teachers in Mississippi. This program brings educational materials and hands-on artifacts to the classroom. The following lessons are available through the program: War of 1812, Spanish-American War, World War I, World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War, Global War on Terrorism, African-Americans in the Military, and Woman in the Military. Books, posters, DVD’s, artifacts, and lesson plans are available with each unit.

Lessons from each unit can be presented by the Educational Services Officer, or the footlocker can be delivered to the classroom to be presented by the teacher. This is a great way to prepare students for their visit to the Museum! Contact Us

The museum's History in the Making summer camp program held each June and July offers children ages 6-12 the opportunity to explore the Museum in depth and learn about history through hands-on activities involving arts and crafts, artifacts, food, etc. History in the Making camp participants will learn about patriotism, the history of Teddy Bears, Victory Gardens, the history of the American flag, and much more! Campers will also “Adopt a Soldier.” The History in the Making Camps will be held:

wHonoring Our Heroes Day Camp – November 21, 2009 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
wMaking History in 2010 Day Camp – January 23, 2010 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

In addition to the summer camp, the Museum offers educational day camps one Saturday each month throughout the year. The theme of each camp will be based on historical events/holidays taking place that particular month. Contact Us