Montgomery County Veterans Memorial Park unveiled the official name of its upcoming museum and education center, which is an important step forward in a project envisioned to preserve military history and expand community education.
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The Montgomery County Veterans Memorial Park has officially designated its new museum and education center, marking a significant milestone in one of the site's most significant initiatives since its relocation and expansion.
On Saturday, officials revealed that the facility will be named the Honored Mission Veterans Museum and the Jimmie C. Edwards III Education Center, honoring the enduring vision and leadership of Edwards, a Vietnam veteran and former judge of Montgomery County. The center is included in the upcoming significant development phase of the park, backed by a $7 million allocation from Texas Parks and Wildlife, which was secured in 2021 with the assistance of state Rep. Will Metcalf, R-Conroe.
The two-story complex had its groundbreaking in November 2023 at the south end of the park. Edwards, who led the initiative to relocate the outdated memorial from downtown Conroe to its present location along I-45 and Texas 105, informed attendees that the project embodies a mission he considers ongoing. “Our journey is far from over.” “There’s still plenty of work ahead of us,” he stated.
Edwards, who lost both legs below the knee in Vietnam, has referred to the park as “a gift to the nation” and stated that the education center symbolizes the ongoing fulfillment of that commitment. The veteran noted that the park “will never be completed, as it will continually be evolving.”
A new facility is set to open, featuring a complete museum, the main office for the Montgomery County Veterans Memorial Commission, and spaces for community gatherings. Thomas Turner, a project manager and former commission member, stated that the museum’s technology and exhibits will rival those of the finest institutions in the nation, providing contemporary, immersive storytelling designed to educate students, families, and visitors.
Executive Director Elizabeth Woods announced that the commission anticipates relocating to the building by year’s end, with the museum's debut expected in spring 2026. The center will serve as a focal point for educational initiatives aligned with the park’s commitment to preserving military history and honoring local service members.
New site enhancements—such as a terrace for outdoor gatherings, updated signage, and a proposed Quonset hut outside the center—are being developed in conjunction with the project to facilitate school tours, community activities, and veteran outreach. a
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