OUR MISSION
The mission of the VMM is to honor the men & women who have so bravely served and sacrificed for this nation in the armed forces. We strive to preserve the history of these veterans and their deeds and accomplishments, to provide a forum from which these accomplishments may be shared with ​the community, and to educate future generations about our heroes in uniform. ​
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​​​     ​The Veterans Memorial Museum in Laurel, MS is a 6,000
square foot historical masterpiece nestled among the
towering pines of Jones County. ​Founded in 1996,
​the museum moved to its ​permanent home
on Hillcrest Drive in 2005. 

The museum is home to thousands of military artifacts
and memorabilia that reflect the service and sacrifice
of countless courageous service men and women. 

​​Each treasure on display has been donated by
local veterans and their families, as well as
those throughout our nation and abroad.​

EXHIBITS & DISPLAYS

The museum is home to thousands of military artifacts and memorabilia that reflect the stories, deeds, and sacrifice's of our courageous men and women from all branches of military service.

NEW AT THE VMM

Periodically, the VMM will share a feature on new exhibits, artifacts, or displays that go on display at the museum. Each new piece of our veterans history is important and we gladly share these with the general public.

MEDAL OF HONOR
​RECIPIENTS

Mississippi is the birthplace
​of 16 recipients of the Congressional Medal of Honor. Laurel/Jones County is proud to be the home of 3  of these recipients.

​IN MEMORIAM

​Memorial tributes to veterans or family members of the VMM

RECENT VISITORS

Check out some of the weekly visitors, as well as
special events of the VMM

CURRENT EVENTS

Check out the details of upcoming events or fundraisers at the VMM

​ABOUT  ​THE  VMM

Learn about the history, features, and services offered at the VMM

Library & Research Materials

​​The museum is home to an extensive reference library which includes books, periodicals, newspapers, documentaries, and movies of the military genre. Veterans and volunteers offer individual and group tours daily. Special programs are provided for pre-planned groups, such as schools, churches, and civic organizations. The museum also offers guest speakers, book signings, ​reenactments, and special events.

Memorial & Monument Walls

       The memorial/monument brick walls, commemorating many of our veterans, greets you as you arrive at the museum. Each brick is etched with the name and any other desired information of a veteran. These beautiful engraved bricks may be purchased by anyone wishing to honor a veteran. For additional information, see any museum volunteer, visit the front desk, or call the museum.
​(601) 428-4008 

Special  Events

The museum hosts  a variety of community groups, special events, and annual 
​Memorial Day & Veterans Day Commemorations, and a Memorial Day Golf Tournament.