Duty First
Interpreting U.S. Military History Through the Lens of the Army's 1st Infantry Division
Visit Today
December 5 - 7pm
Free Event
Free Event
Date With History
The Ghost Army of World War II
November 21 - 7pm
Free Event
Free Event
Date With History
The 7th Armored Division in the Battle of the Bulge
Community Connection Case
A rotating collection of items on loan from local servicemembers and their families.
Exhibits
Tanks from WWI to Desert Storm
Take a look at our online exhibit to explore our complete collection of tanks and artillery pieces dating back from World War I to Desert Storm and Desert Shield.
Duty First!
2,500 square feet of engaging, post-1970s combat and peacekeeping involvement.
Historic Vehicle Fleet
Tour our collection of restored World War II-Era Instruments of Combat.
Location + Hours
A world of discovery awaits
Address
1s151 Winfield Road
Wheaton, IL 60189
Contact Us
630.260.8185
Hours
Tue-Sun 10am-4pm
What is the Big Red One?
The First Infantry Division
The 1st Infantry Division of the United States Army, nicknamed “The Big Red One,” was the first unit to deploy and engage in battle during WWI, WWII, and Vietnam. Established on June 8, 1917, the First Infantry Division has taken part in nearly every American War and is the longest continuously-serving division of the U.S. Army.
Educators
First Infantry Division Education Resources
Excite, enlighten, and educate students and groups through guided tours in First in War and Duty First. Explore America’s military history with life-size dioramas, interactive exhibits, and rentable classroom resources.
