Audie Murphy Museum - Cotton Museum and its collection

Audie Murphy Museum - Cotton Museum
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The Audie Murphy American Cotton Museum is situated at 600 Interstate 30 East, in the city of Greenville, county of Hunt, in the U.S. state of Texas. This location is easily accessible and provides a great opportunity for tourists to learn about the history of cotton and the military veterans of the area.

Establishment and Exhibits of the Museum

Established in 1987, the Audie Murphy American Cotton Museum features a 'History of Cotton' exhibit. This exhibit provides an insight into the importance of cotton as Hunt County's largest cash crop in the early 20th century.

Focus on Military Veterans

A significant part of the museum is dedicated to military veterans, with a special focus on Medal of Honor recipient Audie Murphy, who was born in Hunt County and worked in Greenville before joining the military. This provides a unique opportunity for visitors to learn about the life and contributions of this local hero.

The Hunt County War Memorial

The Hunt County War Memorial, dedicated on the museum's grounds in 2004, features a 10-foot bronze statue of Murphy created by Greenville artist Gordon Thomas. This memorial is a significant landmark that pays tribute to the military veterans of the county.

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Audie Murphy Museum - Cotton Museum
600 I-30 Frontage Rd #4309
TX 75402 Greenville
Texas

Visitor information Audie Murphy Museum - Cotton Museum

Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
10:00 – 17:00
Wednesday
10:00 – 17:00
Thursday
10:00 – 17:00
Friday
10:00 – 17:00
Saturday
10:00 – 17:00
Sunday Closed

Admission

0 – 5Free
6 – 18US$2.00
AdultsUS$8.00
College StudentsUS$6.00
SeniorsUS$6.00
VeteransUS$6.00

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Location & Map

600 I-30 Frontage Rd #4309, Greenville

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