The Fort Riley museums serve to collect, preserve, exhibit, and interpret those materials that are integral parts of the history and traditions of the U.S. Cavalry from 1775 to 1950. In addition, the Museum Division is responsible for exhibiting and interpreting the history of Fort Riley from its establishment to the present, to include its various schools, major commands, and community life. To support post education, training, research, and historical programs, the museum will provide educational programs and services.
U.S. Cavalry and First Infantry Division Museums
The U.S. Cavalry and First Infantry Division Museums began renovation in the spring of 2018. The renovation project included updating lighting and technology and redesigning the display spaces. The project was funded by the U.S. Army Center of Military History and was designed to preserve and highlight the historic structure of the museum buildings.
The U.S. Cavalry Museum and 1ID Museum are open and available to visitors Thursday and Friday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Unit tours are available by appointment throughout the week.
No weekends or holidays.
Outside exhibits are available in the area of the U.S. Cavalry Museum
205 Henry Avenue
Historical Services
- Coordinates vehicle and weapon identification classes.
- Provides historical research support.
- Provides guidance and support in accounting for unit historical property.
- Operate the Museum Division Library for on-site research.
Museum Services
- Operation of the U. S. Cavalry Museum and 1st Infantry Division Museum.
- Design, construct and install unit historical exhibits (unit required to reimburse for materials).
- Programs upon request regarding Army history and heritage to include professional development classes and oral history interviews.
- Support Unit Events (i.e. Dining-ins; loan of display panels, easels).
- Provide color guard uniforms for ceremonial events.