Nitro Wars Museum
About This Museum
You might not expect a world-class military museum tucked away here in Nitro, but that's part of its charm. This place has a soul, born directly from the town's own explosive origins as a World War I gunpowder plant. It’s less a sterile exhibit hall and more a collection of stories waiting to be told, all centered on the sheer power and innovation of nitro. You can almost feel the history in the air.
Collection Highlights
The heart of the place is its incredible array of artillery and ammunition, from Civil War-era cannons to modern howitzers that rumble right up to the edge of the display floor. Don't miss the detailed dioramas showing our town's 'boom' years or the personal gear carried by soldiers—the worn leather and faded letters make it all real.
Visitor Information
Come on down to 20th Street; you can't miss it. The folks running it are passionate locals who love to chat, so ask questions. It’s the kind of place where you'll leave knowing more than you expected, and you'll be thinking about it for days after.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a no-nonsense, sturdy brick building that feels like it was part of the old industrial works itself—practical and built to last, just like the artifacts inside.
Contact & Location
Address: Nitro Wars Museum, 2003, 20th Street, Nitro, Kanawha County, West Virginia, 25143, United States
Phone: +1 681-217-1001
Website: Visit Website
