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Heartland Museum of Military Vehicles
The Heartland Museum of Military Vehicles (HMMV) is located next to the northeast exit 237 of Interstate 80 in Lexington, Nebraska, United States. It is a non-profit organization run by volunteers and funded by donations and grants.
History
In 1986, four Lexington men founded the Heartland Museum. In 1991, a permanent site for the museum was obtained at exit 237 of Interstate 80 (its current location). In 1998, a 16000 sqft visitor center was constructed which houses many of the vehicles.
Collection
The museum has about 100 vehicles including helicopters, tanks, half-tracks, ambulances, and a jeep from every branch of the service. There are also displays of weapons, uniforms, engines, equipment, and more. The everyday necessities of a soldier's life, such as MREs, and unique vehicles, like those used by the German army in World War II.
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