Historical context
About this institution
The Oklahoma National Guard Museum is the successor to the former 45th Infantry Division Museum. A new nearly 40,000-square-foot facility opened in June 2026 with expanded interpretation of Oklahoma’s Army and Air National Guard history from the territorial militia through contemporary service.
Why it matters to Medal of Honor research
Because the museum’s 2026 move is fully documented, this profile replaces ambiguity surrounding the former 45th Infantry Division Museum address and preserves the continuity of its Medal of Honor interpretation in the new facility.
Collection guide
What to look for
The following highlights summarize the strongest verified reasons to include this institution in the archive. They are a planning guide, not a promise that every object is on view at all times.
◆Current 12-recipient Medal of Honor exhibit
◆Bill Mauldin cartoon collection
◆45th Infantry Division and Dachau interpretation
Verified connections
Medal of Honor relationships
1 total
Permanent Medal of Honor exhibit
Oklahoma National Guard and 45th Infantry Division Medal of Honor recipients
The museum’s newly opened 2026 facility includes an exhibit honoring 12 Oklahoma National Guard and 45th Infantry Division members who received the Medal of Honor.
Verified 2026-10-08 · Permanent
Evidence sources and scope
Collection focus
Historical specialties
Oklahoma National Guard45th Infantry DivisionWorld War IImilitary arthistoric vehicles
Service connections
U.S. Army · Army National Guard · Air National Guard
Conflict connections
World War II · Korean War
