Events & Exhibits

Explore our permanent military collections and join us for upcoming ceremonies, historical presentations, and community gatherings. 

The Veterans Museum and Education Center is dedicated to honoring the service and sacrifices of U.S. military veterans. Whether you are visiting to view our authentic artifact galleries or attending a special public event, we welcome you to experience living military history in Daytona Beach.


Upcoming Events

Unless otherwise noted, public events are free or included with general admission and take place at the museum during or adjacent to our regular operating hours (Tuesday – Saturday, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM).

Veterans Museum November Meeting: Speaker Scott Olson

Organizers: Veterans Museum and Education Center & Volusia County Veterans Services.

Guest Speaker: Scott Olson, Director of Veterans Services for Volusia County, Florida.

Date & Time: November 3, 2026 at 4:00 PM.

Location: 302 Vermont Ave, Daytona Beach, FL 32118.

Meeting Details:

  • Purpose: Assists veterans and their families in accessing benefits and services, emphasizing support and resources for those who served.

  • Key Topics: Overseeing benefit navigation programs and leading local initiatives to improve community veteran services.

  • Speaker Office Location:
    110 Rich Ave,
    DeLand, Florida
    (386) 740-5102


Veterans Museum November Meeting: Speaker Caryn Isaacs

Organizers: Veterans Museum and Education Center & Volusia County Veterans Services.

Guest Speaker: Caryn Isaacs, Big Idea Mentor, Best-Selling Author, and Life Changing Events.

Date & Time: November 3, 2026 at 4:00 PM.

Location: 302 Vermont Ave, Daytona Beach, FL 32118.

Meeting Details:

  • Purpose: Focuses on patient advocacy, overcoming ageism, un-retiring, and empowering individuals to live how they want and leave a legacy

  • Key Topics: Sharing real-life stories based on audience experiences with agism, changing perceptions around aging/grey hair/wrinkles, and business mentorship.

  • Speaker Office Location:

    944 S. Peninsula Drive #303,
    Daytona Beach, FL 32118
    caryn@agingicon.com

     

 


Honoring Our Purple Heart Recipients: Monument Fundraiser 

Organizers: Jerry Kramer & Rod Phillips (Vietnam Veterans). 

Project Goal: Raising funds to place a Purple Heart Monument at Veterans Park in Port Orange. 

In Memory Of: Phil Call, Vietnam Veteran & Purple Heart recipient. 

Project Details:

  • Purpose: Honors all brave military service members wounded in service to our country.

  • Community Impact: Undertaken independently at no cost to the City of Port Orange. Any surplus funds will support future veteran projects at the Port Orange City Center.

  • Important Note: This independent fundraising effort is not a 501(c)(3) organization.

How to Donate by Mail:

  • Make checks payable to: Jerry Kramer

  • Memo line note: "Monument"

  • Mailing address:
    Jerry Kramer
    4646 S. Moon Trail
    Port Orange, FL 32129

  • Direct contact: (386) 405-0531


Permanent Museum Exhibits

Our permanent collections are available for self-guided walkthroughs every day during regular operating hours.

Host or Partner for a Community Event

Are you part of a local veteran organization, historical society, or educational group looking to host a presentation, meeting, or gathering? We welcome community collaborations that align with our mission of military education and remembrance.

  • Inquire About Hosting: Contact our staff at (386) 256-7909 or stop by during open museum hours (Tuesday – Saturday, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM) to discuss available dates and space accommodations.


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