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LT. GENERAL MICHAEL FERRITER
U.S. Army (Retired)
President & CEO, NVMM

The year in numbers

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Who we are

our mission

Our mission is to honor and positively impact the lives of Veterans, their families and our communities through sharing the Veteran experience. ​

our vision

We Honor, Connect, Inspire, and Educate to create national networks that empower and provide opportunities for Veterans.

Honor

the service and sacrifice of American Veterans and their families

Honor

the service and sacrifice of American Veterans and their families

Connect

America with Veterans and Veterans to opportunities

Connect

America with Veterans and Veterans to opportunities

Inspire

Resilience, excellence, and selflessness

Inspire

Resilience, excellence, and selflessness

Educate

K-12 and beyond about the experience and contributions of American Veterans

Educate

K-12 and beyond about the experience and contributions of American Veterans

our commitment to diversity & inclusion

At the National Veterans Memorial and Museum, our approach to diversity is the same as our approach to our exhibits and programmatic storytelling—it’s about embracing everyone. We celebrate multiple points of view. We believe diversity drives innovation and differences are valued. We’re passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that mirrors the Veteran population that we serve.

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Programming & Events

Throughout the year, the NVMM hosts events and programming that honor and celebrate the contributions of our nation’s Veterans.

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Rally Point

Dedicated to connecting and educating Veterans, Veterans’ families, and those who wish to support Veterans.

Inspiring Stories of Service

The Museum gives a voice to every man and woman who answered the call for our country. Hear their inspiring stories in their own words below.

Vetrepreneur Spotlight

From Veteran to business owner, every month, the NVMM connects you with Vetrepreneurs on their next mission: building a small business.

Pets & Vets Week

Our Second Annual Pets and Vets Week connected Veterans and community members to resources and animals that are shown to improve quality of life.

Veteran Voices

Veteran Voices pulls back the curtain of history to share crucial moments in time through conversations with the Veterans who experienced them.

Beyond the Exhibit

We took viewers behind the scenes of The Twenty-Year War: Our Next Greatest Generation.

Wellness Weekend

The Museum offered the first of many Wellness Weekends to restore the mind and body at the NVMM.

Comedy Night at the Museum

The GIs of Comedy took the NVMM stage, sharing their love of country combined with a healthy dose of laughter.

Poetry & Open Mic Night

We welcomed Amy Sexauer, U.S. Army Veteran and author, who led a live poetry reading and book discussion.

VERG Summit

The GIs of Comedy took the NVMM stage, sharing their love of country combined with a healthy dose of laughter.

STORYTELLING

Our virtual collection of stories provides national access and an in-depth look into the individual stories and shared experiences of Veterans throughout history.

75th Anniversary Of The U.S. Air Force

As we honor the United States Air Force for 75 years of dedicated service as a branch of the military, it is important to realize that the story of the Air Force begins long before it became an official branch on September 18, 1947.

  • Exploring the Civil Air Patrol – The NVMM went on the road to watch the Central Ohio Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) conduct training exercises.
  • The History and Lineage of the U.S. Air Force – The Air Force traces its lineage back to the first gliders and aeroplanes produced by Orville and Wilbur Wright in Dayton, Ohio at the turn of the 20th century.
  • Visiting the MNUSAF – The Air Force traces its lineage back to the first gliders and aeroplanes produced by Orville and Wilbur Wright in Dayton, Ohio at the turn of the 20th century.

Diversity in Service

Our greatest asset is our diversity. Explore the stories of brave men and women who strengthen our military force.

Exploring Service

Highlighting key moments and interesting facts about military service.

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Education & Outreach

We bring American history to life by connecting students to the powerful, personal stories and firsthand experiences of our nation’s heroes. We strive to be a valuable educational resource for students K-12, college scholars and educators at all levels, offering comprehensive programming that engages learners and shares stories of service and sacrifice.

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The LCERT Class was great! It gave me an opportunity to meet many new people that understood military culture and what it feels like transitioning back into civilian life. We had many discussions and shared ideas on the best way to handle situations that come up after leaving the military or while still serving. We engaged in some of the situations as a leader I have already personally dealt with in the past. I now see where I could improve and also reassured me on situations I handled well.

BRADLEY, LCERT GRADUATE

NVMM Reads

Beginning in August, NVMM Reads shifted its focus to younger readers, including additional learning opportunities to make the selected books a valuable resource for educators to share the Veteran experience with younger generations.

Certificate in Public and Nonprofit Leadership for Veterans

2022 saw the largest Certificate in Public and Nonprofit Leadership for Veterans class ever with 18 students. This program, created in collaboration with The Ohio State University’s John Glenn College of Public Affairs and sponsored by the Columbus Downtown Development Corporation, is a graduate-level program ends with six credit hours that are transferable to any of the graduate degrees at the Glenn College.

“We Heart Veterans” Contest

For the second year in a row, the National Veterans Memorial and Museum partnered with Future Engineers, the Army Educational Outreach Program, and Battelle for the 2022 We Heart Veterans Pin Design Challenge! Students in grades 4-12 participated in this STEM challenge, and the winning design will be distributed at the NVMM as part of our Memorial Day celebration in 2023.

Columbus Library Card Partnership

During the months of November and December, the Museum partnered with the Columbus Metropolitan Library (CML) to offer a special discount for library cardholders to honor our Veterans and highlight Veterans’ stories in celebration of Veterans Day on November 11.

EXHIBITIONS

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Our exhibitions explore the distinctive journey of American Veterans including themes of continued service, coping with PTSD and other injuries, wellness, sacrifice and transition to civilian life.

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EXHIBITIONS

Depicting the Invisible: A Portrait Series of Veterans Suffering from PTSD

Inspired by the harrowing statistic from the VA that 22 Veterans commit suicide every day in our country, artist Susan J. Barron created a series of mixed-media works on canvas featuring Veterans and their stories of life with PTSD.

EXHIBITIONS

The Twenty-Year War: Our Next Greatest Generation

The Twenty-Year War exhibition calls attention to the captivating and personal stories of courage, sacrifice and continued service of those who have served our country during the Global War on Terror through blogs, podcasts and video clips.

EXHIBITIONS

IDENTITY: Exploring Veteran Narratives through Art + Music

IDENTITY introduces us to Veterans who have found healing and connection through art and music.

“Honoring our nation’s Veterans and their families has been important to Big Lots and to me personally. The National Veterans Memorial and Museum is a place every American should experience, and we feel fortunate that it’s located near our headquarters here in Columbus. We are proud to continue to support the work they’re doing to ensure the stories and legacies of our nation’s service members are shared and remember for generations to come.”

Bruce Thorn, President and CEO, Big Lots

NATIONAL CEREMONIES

The Museum welcomed special guest speaker, Sergeant Major of the Army Jack Tilley, U.S. Army (Retired), Vietnam and Global War on Terror (GWOT) Veteran.

Participants from across the country joined us as we remembered our fallen service members through a series of events and ceremonies. Cheryl Mason, Chairman of the Board of Veteran’s Appeals provided the keynote message.

The NVMM honored all those who lost their lives on that fateful day 21 years ago.

Guests joined in-person and online to honor and celebrate the selfless service of millions of Veterans who have defended our freedoms and way of life.

NEW THIS YEAR

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Resilience & Wellness Program

In 2022, the National Veterans Memorial Museum continued in its mission to bolster the connection between the public and Veterans with the launch of the NVMM Resilience and Wellness Program. The vision of this program is to create an environment fostering a strong sense of camaraderie, belonging, and purpose bringing together our communities and those who served.

  • “It has been a game-changer for my whole life. My
    overall attitude in life is better, I’m happier and I’m
    less stressed. I’ve reconnected and repaired important
    relationships in my life, including my relationship with my wife. We just recently remarried!”
    SCOTT HORSINGTON, U.S. ARMY VETERAN, NVMM JIU JITSU PARTICIPANT

Veteran Concierge Service

The National Veterans Memorial and Museum Veteran Concierge Program is a national network of resources to guide Veterans and transitioning service members on their journey from service to meaningful employment and create access for employers to Veteran talent.

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eCommerce Launch

This year, the National Veteran’s Memorial and Museum launched the online shop, Shop NVMM, designed to uplift and promote Veteran-owned and Veteran-operated businesses throughout the country. After their service, many Veterans continue on with a new mission: to create and grow their own businesses.

Purchases from ShopNVMM help support their next mission in life.

Special Events

Red White & Boom

Patriot Challenge National Kickoff

VetExpo

Wellness Weekend

SMA Grinston Visit

VetsAid

COMO Bus Stop Tour

After-School All Stars

“All these years later, I found myself in a position where I could, in some small way, give back to our nation’s Veterans who gave so much and asked for so little. I had to do something and seeing as though rock n’ roll seems to be what I do best, it’s also the least I could for those who served and continue to serve our country. I’m an example, if you never forget your father – a Gold Star kid can grow up to make a difference.”

JOE WALSH, VETERANS DAY 2022 KEYNOTE ADDRESS, ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE, GOLD STAR FAMILY MEMBER

CELEBRATIONS AND MORE

The Museum opens its doors to corporate and private events throughout the year. In 2022, the Museum was home to multiple weddings, Museum buyouts and other events that allowed guests to get a special look at the architecture and and the panoramic views of Downtown Columbus.

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FUNDRAISING

The late Senator John Glenn envisioned the National Veterans Memorial and Museum as a place to recognize and honor the experiences of Veterans–because these are ordinary Americans doing extraordinary things. You can help us ensure their stories live on by supporting the only museum in America that gives a voice to ALL our Veterans.

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“CAS joined in supporting the National Veterans Memorial & Museum in 2018 to show respect and dedication to preserving the years of military service of thousands of men and women, past and future. The partnership between the NVMM and CAS has grown to something much bigger than we ever anticipated. CAS has been able to support and impact the work that aims to improve the opportunities and well-being of Veterans, young and old. Because of this our continued goal to bring awareness to the work, increase opportunities so that others join in to support and to make connections that align with the NVMM’s mission to honor, connect, inspire, and educate.”

MICHAEL DENNIS, PH.D., VICE PRESIDENT, CAS, BOARD MEMBER, NVMM

THANK YOU TO OUR PHILANTHROPIC PARTNERS

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MEMBERSHIP DRIVES OUR MISSION

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Membership is more than just free admission. Museum members represent both Veterans and non-Veterans who proudly join our mission each year to help us tell even more stories of service. Their support propels our work through their passion, as members or volunteers, and through their philanthropy.

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“I felt a sense of overwhelming dedication and comfort the first time I visited the Museum. I don’t have any family here in Columbus, so the NVMM is a place where I truly feel welcomed like a member of this family. I’ve joined the Veterans Resource Group and I attend events when I can. I appreciate the sense of camaraderie here and I would encourage other veterans to take advantage of this amazing resource.”

Lt. Maggie Holbein, U.S. Navy Veteran and NVMM Member

Consider giving a gift membership in 2023! For example, leaders such as Craig White, Brian Houts, and companies like CAS have purchased multiple gift memberships in 2022 to honor Veteran team members and clients.

Our Team

We’re honored to have a dedicated team of hardworking and devoted individuals working together to further the mission of the Museum. Their time and talent are a huge factor in our success.

A year in photos

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