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WELCOME TO THE GREAT LAKES NAVAL MUSEUM

As an official Department of the Navy Museum, the Great Lakes Naval Museum's mission is to select, collect, preserve, and interpret the history of the United States Navy with particular emphasis on the Navy's only "boot camp" at Naval Station Great Lakes, Great Lakes, Illinois.

The museum is located at the Great Lakes Naval Station by the Main Gates. Admission and parking are free.

Address: Building 42, 610 Farragut Avenue, Great Lakes, IL 60888


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USS CONSTITUTION VIRTUAL TOUR

To commemorate USS Constitution and the 200th anniversary of the War of 1812, we are proud to offer a Virtual Tour of this historic ship.
Come aboard and explore!

Note - download may take several minutes, and is based on internet connection speed. >>Click Here


MUSEUM NOTICES

Hours of Operation

Wednesday 1pm - 5pm
Thursday    1pm - 5pm
Friday       11am - 5pm
Saturday    1pm - 5pm

Guided tours and additional hours by appointment.
Please call 847-688-3154
or e-mail glnm@navy.mil for more information.


Internships
Internships as the Museum are currently available. Follow the link for more informaiton
Internships


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GREAT LAKES MUSEUM HIGHLIGHTS

Sailor Events
Our list of events has been updated! Visit our events page and plan your next visit.
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Cover of book - Glenview Naval Air Station Glenview Naval Air Station
Free lecture on the history of Naval Air Station Glenview (NASG) on Saturday, October 6 at 1:00 p.m. Beverly Roberts Dawson, author of Glenview Naval Air Station will speak about the entire history of NASG.
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grainy picture of a head stone Cemetery Tour
This intimate tour offers visitors a chance to uncover captivating stories of Navy servicemen and servicewomen. October 20 2012 2-3:30 pm.
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Patch of the 99th Pursuit Squadron Lecture Series
View a complete list of lectures coming to the museum.
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woman speaking into handset Frequently Asked Questions
Get your answer here. Quick access to our most commonly asked questions.
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Gunner's Mate School
Building 521 - Great Lakes Naval Base, the home of Gunner's Mate School. View our tribute to this distinctive building.
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Navy Tradition
What fine Naval tradition does this banner represent?
More on that fine Naval tradition at the Hampton Roads Naval Museum
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Waves or Spars
What was it like to serve your country in the WAVES or SPARS? View the Great Lakes ALWAV newsletter dated April 1, 1943.
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Songs for Navy Men
Published during the First World War. Lyrics from Star Spangled Banner to Home Sweet Home
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