Evansville is a small town in Indiana with a lot to offer. The city was founded in 1812 but was continuously inhabited by local native tribes since long before Europeans arrived. Despite the small-town atmosphere that Evansville has, the town is absolutely full of history and is home to quite a few museums. Like many other cities in the area, Evansville was affected by the Great Depression but with the advent of the Second World War, Evansville bounced back as a major center for the production of war materials, specifically aircraft and transport vehicles. Due to the amount of space and factories the city had, things like vehicles and production of ammunition made Evansville a hot spot for war-time jobs. With its connection to World War Two, Evansville Wartime Museum is dedicated to the city’s contribution to war efforts. If you’re interested in visiting, here is a guide to Evansville Wartime Museum.
Things to do
Check out the vehicles on display
When the Second World War started, the people of Evansville came together and pulled through in support of the war effort. Evansville was a perfect place for the manufacturing of war materials because the city had a lot of space and a lot of capacity for factories to manufacture boats, planes, ammunition, and vehicles. The museum is dedicated to showcasing the hard work and effort that the people of Evansville put in for the war. There are a ton of original and refurbished WWII-era vehicles on display including LST’s (Landing Ship Transports) and iconic planes like the P-47 Thunderbolt as well as Jeeps and trucks. On top of that, there are also plenty of wartime weapon displays and many of the displays are interactive – you can climb into the vehicles and check them out up-close.
See wartime uniforms
Evansville War Time Museum has a lot of displays in the museum that cover much more than just vehicles. Thanks to donations and collections done by the museum, there is a wide variety of uniforms and clothes from WWII on display.
Memorial Day, Veteran's Day, and 4th of July celebrations
Evansville War Time Museum is one of the best museums in the city and it is one of the most visited museums in town as well. Because of this, the museum hosts several events during the year like on Veteran’s Day, Memorial Day, and the 4th of July. The events are always family-friendly and there are often special attractions like an air show, fireworks, and food options available.
Travelers tips
Accessibility
The majority of the museum is located on the first floor and is fully accessible to those with limited mobility. Moreover, the restrooms are also located on the first floor and are also fully accessible. The museum has a wheelchair and walker available on site in case it is ever needed and there are ramps at the parking lot for those with limited mobility. The museum is also air-conditioned during the spring and summer months. The hangar area of the museum is well-ventilated though not air-conditioned.
Tour hours and group tours
There are plenty of tour hours open for those looking to show up and take a tour without having to book ahead although private tours are usually offered on the weekends. Group tours are generally offered Tuesday through Friday but if you’re part of a visiting organization or school, tour times may differ depending on the time of year. If you’re booking a tour with a large group there are discounts available. There is no food service available at the museum and consuming food is generally frowned upon here so keep this in mind.
How to get there
By car
If you’re arriving for a personal tour, arriving by car is the best option. There is no bus service or widely used taxi service in Evansville. The museum is located close to the airport and may be easy to miss if you’re not looking out for it explicitly. The museum is located near a Dairy Queen on Petersburgh Road. There is a lot of parking available on site free of charge as well a ramp at the curb for those with wheelchairs and mobility impairment.
With a tour
For those arriving with a tour in a bus or large van, parking is available in the parking lot and there is plenty of space to accommodate several buses or large vans. Parking is also free of charge for large vehicles and as an added bonus bus drivers and teachers (with a group) can get in for free.
How to book tickets
In person
For personal tours and small groups of people, tickets can only be bought once you arrive at the museum. Adult tickets are 5 USD while kids aged 5 to 18 are charged 4 USD, seniors and active military are also charged 4 USD, and kids under 5 can get in for free. Payments can be made in cash, check, or credit card.
For groups
If you’re booking for a large tour group, the museum asks that you book a tour at least two weeks in advance and that you fill out their reservation form found here. Group discounts are also available for groups over 15 adults or 20 students.
Evansville Wartime Museum information
Evansville Wartime Museum
Address: 7503 Petersburg Rd, Evansville, IN 47725, United States
Website: Evansville Wartime Museum
Department of tourism: Visit Evansville
Opening hours: Sat: 10am - 4pm; Sun: 12pm - 4pm (closed from Mon - Fri)
Price: 5 USD
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