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Lexington, Nebraska: Fall of Saigon, Recreated

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Heartland Museum of Military Vehicles

Address:
606 Heartland Rd, Lexington, NE
Directions:
Heartland Museum of Military Vehicles. I-80 exit 237, northeast side.
Hours:
M-Sa 10-5, Su 1-5. Gated after hours. (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Phone:
308-324-6329
Admission:
Donations accepted.
RA Rates:
Worth a Detour
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Fall of Saigon replica.

Fall of Saigon, Recreated

Military might, along with a replica of America's hasty retreat from Saigon, draws passersby off of the interstate.

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Fall of Saigon, Recreated

Very much worth the stop. Free coffee and donuts. Staff very friendly and informative.

[Bruce Hofer, 08/08/2021]

Military vehicles.

Fall of Saigon, Recreated

Great place to stop. Was able to get our 40 fifth wheel and truck in the parking lot, but there were only two cars. Could probably park on the street or circle around on the property -- I would call first to make sure. The man at the front desk was super friendly, and they have bathrooms!

[Rhonda, 05/01/2021]

Tank fun for kids.

Fall of Saigon, Recreated

My children and I spent an hour here, but we could've spent five, because it's so interactive and interesting. It's the closest civilians will ever get to a military tank! We are planning to go back again next month when we make this drive again! Totally worth the time, and don't forget to make a donation.

[Kate Harvie, 07/15/2016]

Tank.

Fall of Saigon, Recreated

While it was really fun to climb up and pose with the silhouettes and helicopter, it requires trekking through brush and weeds to actually reach the spot.

The Heartland Military museum is worth a stop even if you don't actually venture to the fall of Saigon replica. They have genuine tanks, helicopters and dozens of other military vehicles in and around the museum. They allowed us to climb in and explore a few of the vehicles (including a tank!) which made for some great photo ops.

Every volunteer at the museum was knowledgeable and friendly.

[Zoe Roberts, 07/19/2014]

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