COLUMBUS – The Veterans Memorial under construction in downtown Columbus is THE memorial. That’s according to an act of Congress.
President Trump Thursday signed the National Veterans Memorial and Museum Act, which congressionally designates the building on the Scioto riverfront as the National Veterans Memorial and Museum.
The bipartisan legislation was introduced jointly by U.S. Senators Sherrod Brown and Rob Portman and Representatives Steve Stivers, Joyce Beatty and retired Congressman Pat Tiberi
The museum is intended to “provide an important venue to honor America’s veterans and educate the American people about their sacrifice,” said Brown and Portman in a joint release.
The museum, located at 300 W. Broad Street, will be the only public museum of its kind that exists exclusively for sharing the experiences of veterans across all eras, conflicts and branches of the military, Beatty said.
The mission of the National Veterans Memorial and Museum is to honor Ohioans’ contributions through military service, connect civilians with veterans and their military experience, and to educate schoolchildren about the history and value of service.
The museum will also host events for active duty and retired military members, including homecoming ceremonies.
Construction began in December 2015 and the opening date for the museum is expected this summer.