ROCHELLE – Roberts Armory WWII Museum will be open to the public in honor of Veterans Day from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9 in Rochelle.
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ROCHELLE – Roberts Armory WWII Museum will be open to the public in honor of Veterans Day from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9 in Rochelle.
To get to the museum, follow the signs on the Army truck at Rt. 251 & Intermodal Drive (Approximately 3 miles).
Many World War II artifacts are on display including tanks, trucks, cannons, and Rochelle News-Leader newspapers from 1945 presenting photographs of Rochelle residents who served during World War II.
The Higgins Boat will be open for viewing, weather permitting. The next opening will be Memorial Day 2025.
More information is available on the Rochelle website at: https://www.enjoyrochelle.com/online-directory/what-to-do/history-attractions/robert-s-armory.html.There is no admission charge.
