**Entrance to Fort Jackson requires a Department of Defense issued ID or an escort. All visitors 18 and older must have a valid photo ID. Museum staff will escort visitors with appointments and prearranged visits. Call (803) 751-8079/8827 to arrange a visit. Please note that security protocols can change without notice.
THE ONLY MUSEUM IN THE WORLD DEDICATED TO PRESERVING AND SHARING THE HISTORY OF THE U.S. ARMY CHAPLAIN CORPS
Always present with Soldiers in war and in peace, the Chaplain Corps provides religious support to America’s Army. That story is told at the U.S. Army Chaplain Corps Museum.
Since 29 July 1775, approximately 25,000 Army chaplains have served as religious and spiritual leaders for 25 million Soldiers and their families. Army chaplains and chaplain assistants have performed their ministries in the most religiously diverse organization in the world.
MISSION
To collect, preserve, document and utilize for research, exhibitions and educational programs, historically significant properties relating to the history of the U.S. Army Chaplain Corps from its inception in 1775 to the present. As an educational institution, the museum will support training and education for military and civilian personnel.