The National Medal of Honor Museum, located at 1861 AT&T Way in Arlington, opens to the public next week after three years of construction and several more of planning and preparation. A host of dignitaries and VIPs will preview the exhibits during a series of events Saturday evening.

A new museum is opening in Texas highlighting the lives and service of Medal of Honor recipients from the Civil War to the global war on terrorism.

The National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington opens to the general public on Tuesday, March 25. ARLINGTON, Texas — From the very first announcement, Arlington celebrated its choice as home to the National Medal of Honor Museum, a museum and monument dedicated to the sacrifices of the 3,528 people who have received the military's highest honor.