Our organization’s original goal was the establishment of a museum dedicated to the courage and sacrifice of all our nation’s Purple Heart recipients. The process of creating the Hall of Honor began in 1997 and over ten years, with the vision and tenacity of our organization’s founders, The National Purple Heart Hall of Honor opened in 2006. Our organization led the effort to expand the museum to include all branches of our military services and again for the funding of a major expansion, expected to begin in 2020.
The National Purple Heart Hall of Honor offers visitors an incredible journey through military history as well as reminders of human sacrifice and the cost of freedom. The Hall of Honor offers educational programs for schools, camps, and Scout groups, as well as organized tours for adult groups. In addition, there are events and activities throughout the year that commemorate significant anniversaries or historic events related to the Purple Heart and its history.
The Hall of Honor is a New York State Parks site under the jurisdiction of the Palisades Interstate Park Commission.
Today, the National Purple Heart Honor Mission helps promote this powerful tribute to our heroes. Increasing visitation to the Hall is central to our goal of educating Americans about the sacrifices of those who have been awarded the Purple Heart.
Visit the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor
Location
374 Temple Hill Road (Route 300), New Windsor, NY 12553