RUSSELL MILITARY MUSEUM

ZION, IL

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The Russell Military Museum is a vast military history museum located in Zion, Illinois. The museum was founded in 1987 by Jacques Littlefield, a military vehicle collector, and is now owned and operated by the Russell family. The museum is housed in a 23-acre complex that includes multiple buildings and outdoor exhibits.

The museum features an extensive collection of military vehicles, weapons, uniforms, and equipment from various countries and periods, including World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. Some of the most notable exhibits include a Sherman tank, a Soviet T-34 tank, a Huey helicopter, an M113 armored personnel carrier, and an F-4 Phantom fighter jet.

In addition to the exhibits, the museum also offers educational programs and hosts events throughout the year. Visitors can take guided tours of the museum, attend living history days, and participate in special events such as tank rides and military vehicle displays.

The Russell Military Museum is a must-visit for military history enthusiasts and anyone interested in learning more about the brave men and women who have served in the armed forces. With its extensive collection and educational programs, it is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and the general public alike.

RUSSELL MILITARY MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in ZION IL. US MID #8401700057

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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Fouga CM.170 Magister Volo Museum The Fouga CM.170 Magister is a 1950s French two-seat jet trainer aircraft that was developed and manufactured by French aircraft manufacturer Établissements Fouga & Cie. Donated by the Watkins Davenport family. This jet was flown by Bill Watkin routinely until his passing.
Fouga CM.170 Magister Volo Museum The Fouga CM.170 Magister is a 1950s French two-seat jet trainer aircraft that was developed and manufactured by French aircraft manufacturer Établissements Fouga & Cie. Donated by the Watkins Davenport family. This jet was flown by Bill Watkin routinely until his passing.
Replica AV-8B Harrier Jump Jet - True Lies Avengers Volo Museum This Harrier Jet was featured in 2 major films: True Lies (1994) The Avengers (2012) This Harrier Jump Jet is a full scale fiberglass replica that was originally built for the movie True Lies. After many years in the desert it made its way back on to the big screen in Avengers, where it was featured in the scene where it was smashed by the Hulk. The jet was heavily damaged in the movie and it took 2 years to rebuild it. Because of its double movie use, it was restored with one side markings as it appeared in True Lies and the opposite side as it was in Avengers. This Harrier Jet was also featured in Netflix Series "Pepsi, Where's My Jet?" In 1996, Pepsi used this jet in a commercial stating you could win it for 7 million Pepsi points. One kid found a loophole and met the requirements and went into a huge legal battle that made nation-wide news, to get a $30 million jet.
Replica AV-8B Harrier Jump Jet - True Lies Avengers Volo Museum This Harrier Jet was featured in 2 major films: True Lies (1994) The Avengers (2012) This Harrier Jump Jet is a full scale fiberglass replica that was originally built for the movie True Lies. After many years in the desert it made its way back on to the big screen in Avengers, where it was featured in the scene where it was smashed by the Hulk. The jet was heavily damaged in the movie and it took 2 years to rebuild it. Because of its double movie use, it was restored with one side markings as it appeared in True Lies and the opposite side as it was in Avengers. This Harrier Jet was also featured in Netflix Series "Pepsi, Where's My Jet?" In 1996, Pepsi used this jet in a commercial stating you could win it for 7 million Pepsi points. One kid found a loophole and met the requirements and went into a huge legal battle that made nation-wide news, to get a $30 million jet.

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RUSSELL MILITARY MUSEUM
43363 N US HIGHWAY 41
ZION
IL
60099

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RUSSELL MILITARY MUSEUM Information

MID # 8401700057
Name RUSSELL MILITARY MUSEUM
Alternate Name
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 42.47149, -87.947138
CODES FIPS State Code: 17
FIPS County Code: 097
US Census Tract: 866000
US Census Block: 2006