Pritzker Military Archives Center opening

On May 25th, the Pritzker Military Museum & Library (PMML) opened its doors to their new Somers, Wisconsin location. Over 350 visitors attended this event which included an opening ribbon-cutting ceremony and exclusive behind-the scenes tour. Visitors also viewed Pulitzer Prize winning cartoonist Bill Mauldin exhibit, Drawn to Combat: Bill Mauldin & The Art of War, a selection of WWI and WWII propaganda posters and items that exemplify the stories of those who served and represent our mission.
The PMML Somers location was designed by JAHN, an award-winning, internationally recognized architectural firm. This space is a state-of-the-art research center located in the heart of the Midwest to further the mission of bringing a voice to the Citizen Soldier through the preservation of distinctive collections. The new home features a gallery area for public viewing, offering visitors the opportunity to explore curated exhibits, and select items in the collection The PMML also has a wealth of online and research resources to expand the mission beyond the walls of the Somers location for the world to experience. The PMML Somers location is open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10:00AM CDT through 4:00PM CDT.