The Great Lakes Naval Museum, now officially known as the National Museum of the American Sailor, is located at Naval Station Great Lakes in North Chicago, Illinois. It is dedicated to preserving and sharing the history and heritage of the United States Navy and its sailors, with a particular focus on the contributions of Naval Station Great Lakes. One helicopter on display.
National Museum of the American Sailor
http://www.history.navy.mil/nmas
+1 (847) 688-3154
Monday – Saturday 09:00 – 17:00
Closed Sunday
Free admission
The museum is located outside of the Main Gate (Gate 1) of Naval Station Great Lakes. As such, base access is not needed and visitors to the National Museum of the American Sailor do not need visitor passes.
Aircraft collection
| 149959/AH-300 | Douglas A4D-2N Skyhawk |
Visitors will gain an appreciation for Naval Service by being able to explore mission and the operational history of the Navy, from the American Revolution and the origins of the U.S. Navy to the War on Terrorism.