Mountaineer Military Museum
About This Museum
You know how most military museums feel huge and official? This one is different—it feels like you're walking through the personal stories of West Virginia's service members, tucked right into a historic building in downtown Weston. It's packed, and I mean absolutely packed, with artifacts from the Civil War all the way to today's conflicts. The sheer volume of personal items, from handwritten letters to well-worn uniforms, makes the history feel incredibly immediate and personal. It’s a place that clearly runs on passion, and you can feel it in every carefully arranged display.
Collection Highlights
We saw an entire section dedicated to a local Vietnam War unit, complete with their original footlockers and photos. There's also a stunning collection of WWII-era weapons and several mannequins dressed in pristine uniforms from different branches.
Visitor Information
It's super easy to find on Center Ave with free parking right out back. The volunteers are the real treasure here—they're often veterans themselves with incredible stories if you have a minute to chat.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a solid, unassuming brick building that feels like it's been part of the town forever, probably dating back to the early 1900s.
Contact & Location
Address: Mountaineer Military Museum, 345, Center Street, McGary, Weston, Lewis County, West Virginia, 26452, United States
Phone: +1 304-472-3943
Website: Visit Website
