Ghosts of the Battlefield

Explore the legacy of military history, tales of valor, and the preservation of invaluable artifacts that embody the spirit of bravery and sacrifice

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Welcome to Ghosts of the Battlefield! We are a small, privately owned museum in Virginia Beach, VA, specializing in preserving the military history of the armed forces of the United States. Our mission is to preserve and present the history and heritage of the United States Military. Ghosts of the Battlefield has been collecting, preserving, and displaying historic military artifacts for over 25 years but was officially established in 2022 as a member-based, charitable 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Ghosts of the Battlefields mission and vision is rooted in a cumulative 200 years of experience in the military history community. One important aspect of this museum is the environment and setting that it creates. In 2012, an extensive study completed by The Museum Group, noted that, “Museums, with their real artifacts, dioramas, and immersive exhibitions provide a uniquely positive environment to foster learning.” While the study cites children as an example, visiting an environment with a vast collection of stories and artifacts can do well in enriching the minds of any age.

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Inspire

By creating a meaningful Museum experience for visitors of all ages, our gallery features many highly innovative and engaging displays showcasing the last 120 years of US military history. We seek to encourage others to learn more about U.S. Military history through veteran’s stories and artifacts that bring history to life with a unique personal point of view. Most museums present the facts and the items, we also attempt to show the lives of those connected to them.
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Educate

Help tell the story of our military heritage by showcasing the role and relationship of our servicemen and women to the Nation. Our public outreach programs engage with the public through our traveling display programs that can be seen at events throughout the year as well as the schools of Hampton Roads. You can see us at events across the state of Virginia.
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Preserve

Ensure that the history, heritage, lessons, and legacy of the U.S. Military is preserved for future generations. We specialize in artifact identification, restoration, and preservation with our highly talented group of artists utilizing ages old tools and talent. We specialize in restoration and repair of vintage weapons, uniforms, and equipment of all types.

Our talented team of volunteers also maintains a growing fleet of military vehicles, several of which are on display.
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