The National Museum of Health and Medicine inspires interest in and promotes the understanding of medicine -- past, present, and future -- with a special emphasis on tri-service American military medicine. As a National Historic Landmark recognized for its ongoing value to the health of the military and to the nation since 1862, the Museum identifies, collects, and preserves important and unique resources to support a broad agenda of innovative exhibits, educational programs, and scientific, historical, and medical research.

The National Museum of Health and Medicine inspires interest in personal and public health and promotes understanding of medicine -- past, present, and future -- with a special emphasis on American military medicine. As the nation's museum of health and medicine since 1862, it collects and preserves important resources to support a broad agenda of innovative exhibitions, educational programs, and scientific, historical, and medical research.

http://www.medicalmuseum.mil