Roberts Armory WWII Museum open for Memorial Day 2023

Roberts Armory World War II Museum will be open to the public on Memorial Day, Monday, May 29, from 1-4 p.m.

Roberts Armory World War II Museum will be open to the public on Memorial Day, Monday, May 29, from 1-4 p.m. The Higgins Boat will be open for viewing, weather permitting. The next opening will be Aug. 19, 2023. To get to the museum, follow the signs on the Army truck at Illinois Route 251 and Intermodal Drive (approximately three miles). Many WWII artifacts are on display including tanks, trucks, cannons and Rochelle News-Leader newspapers from 1945 presenting photographs of Rochelle residents who served during WWII. More information is available on the Rochelle website at: http://www.enjoyrochelle.com/online-directory/what-to-do/history-attractions/robert-s-armory.html. There is no admission charge.