Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce Newsletter July Edition | Page 9

From Fort McCoy
Fort McCoy Commemorative Area open July 12, 20 and 26 to walk-in visitors
The Fort McCoy Commemorative Area will be open for walk-in visitors from noon to 4 p.m. July
12 and 26 and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 20. Members of the public are welcome.
The Commemorative Area consists of the Equipment Park, five World War II-era buildings with
historical displays, the History Center, and Veterans Memorial Plaza. The History Center and
World War II-era buildings contain artifacts dating from Fort McCoy’s inception in 1909 up to
present day.
On Fridays, members of the public must present valid photo IDs at the Visitor Control Center to
get a visitor’s pass. For information on visitors’ passes, call the Visitor Control Center at 608-388-
4988. On Saturdays, visitors may proceed directly to the temporary main gate, which is marked
by electronic signs.
Groups of 15 or more may schedule tours from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. For
more information, call the Public Affairs Office at 608-388-2407.
For more information, call 608-388-3517 or visit www.mccoy.armymwr.com.
August 22 Community Appreciation Night
Mark your calendars and plan to join us at the annual Fort McCoy Community Appreciation
Night, Thursday, August 22 beginning at 5 p.m. The event will be held in the courtyard area of
McCoy’s, building 1571. Watch for our flier in next month’s newsletter.
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