Richard I. Bong Veterans Museum
A folded flag beside a rose

We are more than a museum. We are a home.

A living tribute to those who served and a vital educational resource for our community and beyond. Join us in the endeavor to honor, remember, learn, and inspire.

A veteran volunteer with students
Volunteer

Lead a tour. Share a story.

Our docents and youth living-history volunteers are the museum’s voice. Volunteers lead tours, present the Footlocker Program, staff events, and help in the collection. Veterans are especially welcome; nobody tells the story better.

Jodi Fiske, our Volunteer Coordinator, will find the right fit. Peter Fiske leads the youth volunteers.

A folded flag
Flag of Remembrance

Fly a flag for a veteran you love.

Honor the life and memory of a veteran. Fly a flag at the museum and share who they were. The program is provided by American Legion Post 435 and other veterans.

Veterans programs

Supporting veteran causes since 2002.

Veterans to the Lakeside

A summer program offered in partnership with the museum.

23rd Veteran

A partner program for veterans. 23rdveteran.org

Team River Runner

A partner focused on veteran recreation and wellness on the water.

Oral History Project

Recording veterans’ stories so they are not lost. Share yours

Blue Star Museums

Free admission for active-duty military and their families, Armed Forces Day through Labor Day.

Veterans Resources

Local and national resources for veterans and their families. Resource list