Sullivan Brothers Iowa Veterans Museum

Exhibitions

Temporary Exhibitions

Click on the exhibition titles below to learn more about the temporary exhibits that are currently on display or are coming soon at the Grout Museum of History & Science.

There are no temporary exhibitions at this time.

Permanent Exhibitions

Service and Sacrifice on Exhibit: The story of Iowa veterans is drawn from their own remembrances. Diaries, letters, autobiographies and oral histories were used to help develop these exhibits, and their words are integrated into the story. Can't make it to the Museum? Explore select areas through our Threshold 360 virtual tour.

Major features of the permanent exhibit include:

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  Civil War

  Learn about Iowan's in the Civil War.

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  Spanish American War

  The role Iowan's played in the Spanish American war explained.

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  Homefront WWI & WWII

  Learn about the homefront efforts during both World Wars.

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  World War I

  Iowans answered the call to arms in April 1917.

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  World War II

  Learn more about Iowa's involvement in this World War.

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  Korea

  The "Forgotten War"

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  Vietnam

  Iowa's involvement in Vietnam.

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  Current Conflicts

  Operations Desert Shield & Desert Storm-Present

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  Veterans Memorial Area

  This area honors Iowans who have given their lives for our country.

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  Sullivan Home

  A reproduction of the Sullivan home's living room.

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  Dog Tag Stations

  Report to dog tag stations!

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  Communication Stations

  Interactive Exploration.

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  Voices of Veterans Theaters

  Detailed accounts of experiences by Iowans.