Monday, April 4, 2011
Make Your Plans Now: Medical Museum's Poetry Month Program: Sat., 4/9, 12:30-1:30pm
Medical Museum’s Poetry Month Celebration!
An Afternoon of Poetry with Kim Roberts, author of "Animal Magnetism"
When: Saturday, April 9, 2011, 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
What: Join the Museum and poet/author Kim Roberts in celebration of National Poetry Month. Roberts will read from her new book of poetry, "Animal Magnetism," which features three poems about the Museum’s collections. After the reading, James Curley, Historical Collections Specialist, will provide a special glimpse of the Museum’s collections. (Museum exhibits are closed, as of 4/3/2011.) A book signing will follow the program. Copies of “Animal Magnetism” will be available for purchase.
Cost: Free!
Where: Russell Auditorium, NMHM in Bldg 54, on the Walter Reed campus <http://nmhm.washingtondc.museum/about/directions.html>
Questions? Call (202) 782-2673 or email nmhminfo@afip.osd.mil.
National Museum of Health and Medicine
6900 Georgia Avenue, NW, Building 54, Washington, D.C. 20307
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Letter of the Day: April 4
Curatorial Records: Numbered Correspondence 03802
War Department,
Surgeon General's Office,
U.S. Army medical Museum and Library,
Corner of 7th and B Streets, S.W.
Washington, April 4, 1899
Dr. J.W. Grant,
Danville Avenue
Lancaster, Ky.
Dear Sir:
Referring to your letter of the 29th ult., in regard to an old and worn out set of artificial teeth, I would state that I cannot make you an offer for the same, without previous inspection. In case, however, you should desire to present it to this Museum, it will be placed in the Museum collection, properly labeled, and credit given you as donor. It may be sent directed to the Army Medical Museum, by Adams express, which has authority to receive it and collect charges here.
Very respectfully,
Dallas Bache
Col. & Asst. Surgeon General, U.S.A.
In charge of Museum & Library Division
War Department,
Surgeon General's Office,
U.S. Army medical Museum and Library,
Corner of 7th and B Streets, S.W.
Washington, April 4, 1899
Dr. J.W. Grant,
Danville Avenue
Lancaster, Ky.
Dear Sir:
Referring to your letter of the 29th ult., in regard to an old and worn out set of artificial teeth, I would state that I cannot make you an offer for the same, without previous inspection. In case, however, you should desire to present it to this Museum, it will be placed in the Museum collection, properly labeled, and credit given you as donor. It may be sent directed to the Army Medical Museum, by Adams express, which has authority to receive it and collect charges here.
Very respectfully,
Dallas Bache
Col. & Asst. Surgeon General, U.S.A.
In charge of Museum & Library Division
Sunday, April 3, 2011
Medical Museum to Close Exhibits After Today
MEDICAL MUSEUM TO CLOSE EXHIBITS ON APRIL 3, 2011
TO PREPARE FOR MOVE TO SILVER SPRING, MD
February 28, 2011, Washington, D.C.: As part of the relocation of the National Museum of Health and Medicine from its present location to its new home in Silver Spring, Maryland, exhibits at the present location will phase out over the coming weeks. The last day that the public may visit any exhibits at the Museum in its present location will be on Sunday, April 3, 2011. All of the Museum’s exhibits are expected to remain available to visitors through April 3, 2011.
The Museum is open to the public daily, 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (including weekends and holidays), on the campus at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C. Admission and parking are free. Adults must present government-issued photo identification to gain entry to the Walter Reed campus, and vehicles are subject to search. Learn more about planning a visit to the Museum on the campus of Walter Reed at http://nmhm.washingtondc.museum/planning/index.html.
NMHM will complete its relocation to the Forest Glen Annex during the summer of 2011 and looks forward to welcoming the public at its new location in the fall. Stay tuned to the Museum’s website, Facebook page and e-newsletter for details.
During this transition period, while the Museum is closed to the public at its present location on the Walter Reed campus, Museum public programs staff will be working to continue their activities at other locations in the Silver Spring, Md., area. Stay tuned to our website and Facebook page for details.
Questions should be directed to Tim Clarke, NMHM Deputy Director for Communications, (202) 782-2672.
About the National Museum of Health and Medicine
- The National Museum of Health and Medicine, established in 1862, inspires interest in and promotes the understanding of medicine—past, present, and future—with a special emphasis on tri-service American military medicine. As a National Historic Landmark recognized for its ongoing value to the health of the military and to the nation, the Museum identifies, collects, and preserves important and unique resources to support a broad agenda of innovative exhibits, educational programs, and scientific, historical, and medical research. The Museum is presently located at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, 6900 Georgia Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C. Visit www.nmhm.washingtondc.museum or call (202) 782-2200 for more information.
Letter of the Day: April 3
Curatorial Records: Numbered Correspondence 02161
April 3, 1897
Lieut. Francis A. Winter,
Asst. Surgeon, U.S. Army,
Hotel Raleigh,
Washington, D.C.
Sir: I am directed by the President of the Board of Officers convened for your examination to inform you that your examination having been completed, your attendance is no longer necessary.
Very respectfully,
Walter Reed
Major and Surgeon, U.S. Army, Recorder.
April 3, 1897
Lieut. Francis A. Winter,
Asst. Surgeon, U.S. Army,
Hotel Raleigh,
Washington, D.C.
Sir: I am directed by the President of the Board of Officers convened for your examination to inform you that your examination having been completed, your attendance is no longer necessary.
Very respectfully,
Walter Reed
Major and Surgeon, U.S. Army, Recorder.
Saturday, April 2, 2011
Medical Museum to Close Exhibits in 1 Day
MEDICAL MUSEUM TO CLOSE EXHIBITS ON APRIL 3, 2011
TO PREPARE FOR MOVE TO SILVER SPRING, MD
February 28, 2011, Washington, D.C.: As part of the relocation of the National Museum of Health and Medicine from its present location to its new home in Silver Spring, Maryland, exhibits at the present location will phase out over the coming weeks. The last day that the public may visit any exhibits at the Museum in its present location will be on Sunday, April 3, 2011. All of the Museum’s exhibits are expected to remain available to visitors through April 3, 2011.
The Museum is open to the public daily, 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (including weekends and holidays), on the campus at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C. Admission and parking are free. Adults must present government-issued photo identification to gain entry to the Walter Reed campus, and vehicles are subject to search. Learn more about planning a visit to the Museum on the campus of Walter Reed at http://nmhm.washingtondc.museum/planning/index.html.
NMHM will complete its relocation to the Forest Glen Annex during the summer of 2011 and looks forward to welcoming the public at its new location in the fall. Stay tuned to the Museum’s website, Facebook page and e-newsletter for details.
During this transition period, while the Museum is closed to the public at its present location on the Walter Reed campus, Museum public programs staff will be working to continue their activities at other locations in the Silver Spring, Md., area. Stay tuned to our website and Facebook page for details.
Questions should be directed to Tim Clarke, NMHM Deputy Director for Communications, (202) 782-2672.
About the National Museum of Health and Medicine
- The National Museum of Health and Medicine, established in 1862, inspires interest in and promotes the understanding of medicine—past, present, and future—with a special emphasis on tri-service American military medicine. As a National Historic Landmark recognized for its ongoing value to the health of the military and to the nation, the Museum identifies, collects, and preserves important and unique resources to support a broad agenda of innovative exhibits, educational programs, and scientific, historical, and medical research. The Museum is presently located at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, 6900 Georgia Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C. Visit www.nmhm.washingtondc.museum or call (202) 782-2200 for more information.
Letter of the Day: April 2
Curatorial Records: Numbered Correspondence 03022
April 2, 1898.
Mr. Frank J. Otis
Mescalera Agency New Mexico.
Dear Sir:
I have the pleasure of acknowledging the receipt of your letter of the 28th ult., in regard to the chick with two heads. Such monstrosities are not at all rare and have no commercial value, and as the Museum has already quite a collection of them, I beg to say that the specimen offered by you is declined with thanks.
Very respectfully,
Walter Reed
Surgeon, U.S. Army Curator.
April 2, 1898.
Mr. Frank J. Otis
Mescalera Agency New Mexico.
Dear Sir:
I have the pleasure of acknowledging the receipt of your letter of the 28th ult., in regard to the chick with two heads. Such monstrosities are not at all rare and have no commercial value, and as the Museum has already quite a collection of them, I beg to say that the specimen offered by you is declined with thanks.
Very respectfully,
Walter Reed
Surgeon, U.S. Army Curator.
Friday, April 1, 2011
Today's WRAMC's Stripe article on Museum
Thursday, March 31, 2011
National Museum of Health and Medicine to close exhibits Sunday; prepares for move to Silver Spring
http://www.dcmilitary.com/stories/033111/stripe_28317.shtml
National Museum of Health and Medicine to close exhibits Sunday; prepares for move to Silver Spring
http://www.dcmilitary.com/stories/033111/stripe_28317.shtml
Medical Museum to Close Exhibits in 2 Days
MEDICAL MUSEUM TO CLOSE EXHIBITS ON APRIL 3, 2011
TO PREPARE FOR MOVE TO SILVER SPRING, MD
February 28, 2011, Washington, D.C.: As part of the relocation of the National Museum of Health and Medicine from its present location to its new home in Silver Spring, Maryland, exhibits at the present location will phase out over the coming weeks. The last day that the public may visit any exhibits at the Museum in its present location will be on Sunday, April 3, 2011. All of the Museum’s exhibits are expected to remain available to visitors through April 3, 2011.
The Museum is open to the public daily, 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (including weekends and holidays), on the campus at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C. Admission and parking are free. Adults must present government-issued photo identification to gain entry to the Walter Reed campus, and vehicles are subject to search. Learn more about planning a visit to the Museum on the campus of Walter Reed at http://nmhm.washingtondc.museum/planning/index.html.
NMHM will complete its relocation to the Forest Glen Annex during the summer of 2011 and looks forward to welcoming the public at its new location in the fall. Stay tuned to the Museum’s website, Facebook page and e-newsletter for details.
During this transition period, while the Museum is closed to the public at its present location on the Walter Reed campus, Museum public programs staff will be working to continue their activities at other locations in the Silver Spring, Md., area. Stay tuned to our website and Facebook page for details.
Questions should be directed to Tim Clarke, NMHM Deputy Director for Communications, (202) 782-2672.
About the National Museum of Health and Medicine
- The National Museum of Health and Medicine, established in 1862, inspires interest in and promotes the understanding of medicine—past, present, and future—with a special emphasis on tri-service American military medicine. As a National Historic Landmark recognized for its ongoing value to the health of the military and to the nation, the Museum identifies, collects, and preserves important and unique resources to support a broad agenda of innovative exhibits, educational programs, and scientific, historical, and medical research. The Museum is presently located at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, 6900 Georgia Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C. Visit www.nmhm.washingtondc.museum or call (202) 782-2200 for more information.
Letter of the Day: April 1
Curatorial Records: Numbered Correspondence 07412
War Department,
Office of the Surgeon General,
Army Medical Museum and Library,
Washington April 1, 1904.
To the Surgeon General, U.S. Army
Sir:
I have the honor to report that the work of the Museum as well as that of the Library is up to date. 200 journals have been sent to the Government Printing Office for binding during the month of March, 1904.
Very respectfully,
C.L. Heizmann Col.
Asst. Surgeon General, U.S.A.
In charge of Museum & Library Division.
War Department,
Office of the Surgeon General,
Army Medical Museum and Library,
Washington April 1, 1904.
To the Surgeon General, U.S. Army
Sir:
I have the honor to report that the work of the Museum as well as that of the Library is up to date. 200 journals have been sent to the Government Printing Office for binding during the month of March, 1904.
Very respectfully,
C.L. Heizmann Col.
Asst. Surgeon General, U.S.A.
In charge of Museum & Library Division.
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Medical Museum to Close Exhibits in 3 Days
MEDICAL MUSEUM TO CLOSE EXHIBITS ON APRIL 3, 2011
TO PREPARE FOR MOVE TO SILVER SPRING, MD
February 28, 2011, Washington, D.C.: As part of the relocation of the National Museum of Health and Medicine from its present location to its new home in Silver Spring, Maryland, exhibits at the present location will phase out over the coming weeks. The last day that the public may visit any exhibits at the Museum in its present location will be on Sunday, April 3, 2011. All of the Museum’s exhibits are expected to remain available to visitors through April 3, 2011.
The Museum is open to the public daily, 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (including weekends and holidays), on the campus at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C. Admission and parking are free. Adults must present government-issued photo identification to gain entry to the Walter Reed campus, and vehicles are subject to search. Learn more about planning a visit to the Museum on the campus of Walter Reed at http://nmhm.washingtondc.museum/planning/index.html.
NMHM will complete its relocation to the Forest Glen Annex during the summer of 2011 and looks forward to welcoming the public at its new location in the fall. Stay tuned to the Museum’s website, Facebook page and e-newsletter for details.
During this transition period, while the Museum is closed to the public at its present location on the Walter Reed campus, Museum public programs staff will be working to continue their activities at other locations in the Silver Spring, Md., area. Stay tuned to our website and Facebook page for details.
Questions should be directed to Tim Clarke, NMHM Deputy Director for Communications, (202) 782-2672.
About the National Museum of Health and Medicine
- The National Museum of Health and Medicine, established in 1862, inspires interest in and promotes the understanding of medicine—past, present, and future—with a special emphasis on tri-service American military medicine. As a National Historic Landmark recognized for its ongoing value to the health of the military and to the nation, the Museum identifies, collects, and preserves important and unique resources to support a broad agenda of innovative exhibits, educational programs, and scientific, historical, and medical research. The Museum is presently located at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, 6900 Georgia Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C. Visit www.nmhm.washingtondc.museum or call (202) 782-2200 for more information.
Letter of the Day: March 31
Curatorial Records: Numbered Correspondence 06625
Surgeon General's Office
U.S. Army Medical Museum and Library
Corner 7th and B Streets SW
Washington, March 31, 1903
Dr. John Moras
140 Eighty-second St., West
New York, N.Y.
Dear Sir:
Your letter of the 29th inst. to Major Walter Reed, was received at this Museum to-day, and I regret to inform you that Dr. Reed died of appendicitis on November 23, 1902. I enclose a copy of the memorial pamphlet issued by the Medical Association of the District of Columbia.
The investigations of the American Yellow Fever Commission, seven articles in all, were published in different Journals, and I am only able to send you reprints of four of these. The other three articles appear as follows:
"Experimental Yellow Fever" in American Medicine, Phila., July 6, 1901.
"The Etiology of Yellow Fever. A supplemental Note" in American Medicine. February 22, 1902.
"Recent Researches concerning the Etiology, Propagation and Prevention of Yellow Fever by the U.S. Army Commission" in Journal of Hygiene, Vol. II No. 2, 1st April, 1902.
Very respectfully,
James Carroll
1st Lieut. Asst. Surgeon, U.S. Army,
Asst. Curator., A.M.M.
Surgeon General's Office
U.S. Army Medical Museum and Library
Corner 7th and B Streets SW
Washington, March 31, 1903
Dr. John Moras
140 Eighty-second St., West
New York, N.Y.
Dear Sir:
Your letter of the 29th inst. to Major Walter Reed, was received at this Museum to-day, and I regret to inform you that Dr. Reed died of appendicitis on November 23, 1902. I enclose a copy of the memorial pamphlet issued by the Medical Association of the District of Columbia.
The investigations of the American Yellow Fever Commission, seven articles in all, were published in different Journals, and I am only able to send you reprints of four of these. The other three articles appear as follows:
"Experimental Yellow Fever" in American Medicine, Phila., July 6, 1901.
"The Etiology of Yellow Fever. A supplemental Note" in American Medicine. February 22, 1902.
"Recent Researches concerning the Etiology, Propagation and Prevention of Yellow Fever by the U.S. Army Commission" in Journal of Hygiene, Vol. II No. 2, 1st April, 1902.
Very respectfully,
James Carroll
1st Lieut. Asst. Surgeon, U.S. Army,
Asst. Curator., A.M.M.
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Medical Museum to Close Exhibits in 4 Days
MEDICAL MUSEUM TO CLOSE EXHIBITS ON APRIL 3, 2011
TO PREPARE FOR MOVE TO SILVER SPRING, MD
February 28, 2011, Washington, D.C.: As part of the relocation of the National Museum of Health and Medicine from its present location to its new home in Silver Spring, Maryland, exhibits at the present location will phase out over the coming weeks. The last day that the public may visit any exhibits at the Museum in its present location will be on Sunday, April 3, 2011. All of the Museum’s exhibits are expected to remain available to visitors through April 3, 2011.
The Museum is open to the public daily, 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (including weekends and holidays), on the campus at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C. Admission and parking are free. Adults must present government-issued photo identification to gain entry to the Walter Reed campus, and vehicles are subject to search. Learn more about planning a visit to the Museum on the campus of Walter Reed at http://nmhm.washingtondc.museum/planning/index.html.
NMHM will complete its relocation to the Forest Glen Annex during the summer of 2011 and looks forward to welcoming the public at its new location in the fall. Stay tuned to the Museum’s website, Facebook page and e-newsletter for details.
During this transition period, while the Museum is closed to the public at its present location on the Walter Reed campus, Museum public programs staff will be working to continue their activities at other locations in the Silver Spring, Md., area. Stay tuned to our website and Facebook page for details.
Questions should be directed to Tim Clarke, NMHM Deputy Director for Communications, (202) 782-2672.
About the National Museum of Health and Medicine
- The National Museum of Health and Medicine, established in 1862, inspires interest in and promotes the understanding of medicine—past, present, and future—with a special emphasis on tri-service American military medicine. As a National Historic Landmark recognized for its ongoing value to the health of the military and to the nation, the Museum identifies, collects, and preserves important and unique resources to support a broad agenda of innovative exhibits, educational programs, and scientific, historical, and medical research. The Museum is presently located at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, 6900 Georgia Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C. Visit www.nmhm.washingtondc.museum or call (202) 782-2200 for more information.
Letter of the Day: March 30
Curatorial Records: Numbered Correspondence 06620
"Copy"
Surgeon General's Office,
Museum and Library Division, Washington, Mar. 30, 1903
To the Hon. The Secretary of War.
Referring to communication of March 27, 1903, I desire to admit that I have assisted a friend on several occasions to do light repairing, but have not made it a practice of doing so at all times, and if it is against the rules of this Department for me to do work of this character, I will do no more of it in the future.
You obedient servant,
(Sgd.) John Putland
(Encl. B)
"Copy"
Surgeon General's Office,
Museum and Library Division, Washington, Mar. 30, 1903
To the Hon. The Secretary of War.
Referring to communication of March 27, 1903, I desire to admit that I have assisted a friend on several occasions to do light repairing, but have not made it a practice of doing so at all times, and if it is against the rules of this Department for me to do work of this character, I will do no more of it in the future.
You obedient servant,
(Sgd.) John Putland
(Encl. B)
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Letter of the Day: March 29
Curatorial Records: Numbered Correspondence 01383
Fort McIntosh, Texas
March 29, 1896
Maj. Walter Reed U.S.A.
Washington, D.C.
Dear Doctor:
I have this day forwarded to your address some sputa collected with aseptic care from a tuberculous patient, whom I have treated for six weeks with Paguin's serum.
An examination made at the beginning of treatment revealed a great number of bacilli. For the last few days I have endeavored to demonstrate their prisence [sic] but without success, whether this is due to my own imperfect technique, or to the fact the serum has been this effective I am unable to say, at any rate I am unwilling to rely upon the results of my own investigation. As the question is one of great importance to the patient, upon which depends the continence of the treatment, I beg that you will kindly give me the results of your examination thereof-the patient is a member of an officer's family.
x x x x x x
Please pardon the inquiry, but when may I expect the histological mounts that you are preparing? I understand that in the midst of your official duties you have little time for outside work; but I am extremely anxious for them and am prompted to ask the question at the expense of propriety.
Very respectfully
R.S. Woodson
Fort McIntosh, Texas
March 29, 1896
Maj. Walter Reed U.S.A.
Washington, D.C.
Dear Doctor:
I have this day forwarded to your address some sputa collected with aseptic care from a tuberculous patient, whom I have treated for six weeks with Paguin's serum.
An examination made at the beginning of treatment revealed a great number of bacilli. For the last few days I have endeavored to demonstrate their prisence [sic] but without success, whether this is due to my own imperfect technique, or to the fact the serum has been this effective I am unable to say, at any rate I am unwilling to rely upon the results of my own investigation. As the question is one of great importance to the patient, upon which depends the continence of the treatment, I beg that you will kindly give me the results of your examination thereof-the patient is a member of an officer's family.
x x x x x x
Please pardon the inquiry, but when may I expect the histological mounts that you are preparing? I understand that in the midst of your official duties you have little time for outside work; but I am extremely anxious for them and am prompted to ask the question at the expense of propriety.
Very respectfully
R.S. Woodson
Medical Museum to Close Exhibits in 5 Days
MEDICAL MUSEUM TO CLOSE EXHIBITS ON APRIL 3, 2011
TO PREPARE FOR MOVE TO SILVER SPRING, MD
February 28, 2011, Washington, D.C.: As part of the relocation of the National Museum of Health and Medicine from its present location to its new home in Silver Spring, Maryland, exhibits at the present location will phase out over the coming weeks. The last day that the public may visit any exhibits at the Museum in its present location will be on Sunday, April 3, 2011. All of the Museum’s exhibits are expected to remain available to visitors through April 3, 2011.
The Museum is open to the public daily, 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (including weekends and holidays), on the campus at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C. Admission and parking are free. Adults must present government-issued photo identification to gain entry to the Walter Reed campus, and vehicles are subject to search. Learn more about planning a visit to the Museum on the campus of Walter Reed at http://nmhm.washingtondc.museum/planning/index.html.
NMHM will complete its relocation to the Forest Glen Annex during the summer of 2011 and looks forward to welcoming the public at its new location in the fall. Stay tuned to the Museum’s website, Facebook page and e-newsletter for details.
During this transition period, while the Museum is closed to the public at its present location on the Walter Reed campus, Museum public programs staff will be working to continue their activities at other locations in the Silver Spring, Md., area. Stay tuned to our website and Facebook page for details.
Questions should be directed to Tim Clarke, NMHM Deputy Director for Communications, (202) 782-2672.
About the National Museum of Health and Medicine
- The National Museum of Health and Medicine, established in 1862, inspires interest in and promotes the understanding of medicine—past, present, and future—with a special emphasis on tri-service American military medicine. As a National Historic Landmark recognized for its ongoing value to the health of the military and to the nation, the Museum identifies, collects, and preserves important and unique resources to support a broad agenda of innovative exhibits, educational programs, and scientific, historical, and medical research. The Museum is presently located at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, 6900 Georgia Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C. Visit www.nmhm.washingtondc.museum or call (202) 782-2200 for more information.
Monday, March 28, 2011
Former curator Jim Connor's medical records research project
Jim Connor left the Museum a few years ago to return to Canada. Here's a project he's working on with Newfoundland health records -
Letter of the Day: March 28
Subject: Purchase of Medical Medals, etc.
War Department,
Surgeon General's Office
U.S. Army Medical Museum and Library
Corner of 7th and B Streets S.W.,
Washington, March 28, 1898.
To the Surgeon General,
U.S. Army.
General:
I have the honor to request authority to purchase for deposit in the Army Medical Museums the following medical medals:
St. Johns Guild floating hospital, $1.50
Stephen Girard.......50;
also for bacteriological specimens, &c.:
6 rabbits......... $3.00
6 Guinea pigs.......3.00
2 mice.......... .50
to be paid for from the Museum Appropriation as emergency purchases.
Very respectfully,
Dallas Bache
Col. & Asst. Surgeon Genl. U.S.A.
In charge of Museum and Library Division.
War Department,
Surgeon General's Office
U.S. Army Medical Museum and Library
Corner of 7th and B Streets S.W.,
Washington, March 28, 1898.
To the Surgeon General,
U.S. Army.
General:
I have the honor to request authority to purchase for deposit in the Army Medical Museums the following medical medals:
St. Johns Guild floating hospital, $1.50
Stephen Girard.......50;
also for bacteriological specimens, &c.:
6 rabbits......... $3.00
6 Guinea pigs.......3.00
2 mice.......... .50
to be paid for from the Museum Appropriation as emergency purchases.
Very respectfully,
Dallas Bache
Col. & Asst. Surgeon Genl. U.S.A.
In charge of Museum and Library Division.
Medical Museum to Close Exhibits in 6 Days
MEDICAL MUSEUM TO CLOSE EXHIBITS ON APRIL 3, 2011
TO PREPARE FOR MOVE TO SILVER SPRING, MD
February 28, 2011, Washington, D.C.: As part of the relocation of the National Museum of Health and Medicine from its present location to its new home in Silver Spring, Maryland, exhibits at the present location will phase out over the coming weeks. The last day that the public may visit any exhibits at the Museum in its present location will be on Sunday, April 3, 2011. All of the Museum’s exhibits are expected to remain available to visitors through April 3, 2011.
The Museum is open to the public daily, 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (including weekends and holidays), on the campus at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C. Admission and parking are free. Adults must present government-issued photo identification to gain entry to the Walter Reed campus, and vehicles are subject to search. Learn more about planning a visit to the Museum on the campus of Walter Reed at http://nmhm.washingtondc.museum/planning/index.html.
NMHM will complete its relocation to the Forest Glen Annex during the summer of 2011 and looks forward to welcoming the public at its new location in the fall. Stay tuned to the Museum’s website, Facebook page and e-newsletter for details.
During this transition period, while the Museum is closed to the public at its present location on the Walter Reed campus, Museum public programs staff will be working to continue their activities at other locations in the Silver Spring, Md., area. Stay tuned to our website and Facebook page for details.
Questions should be directed to Tim Clarke, NMHM Deputy Director for Communications, (202) 782-2672.
About the National Museum of Health and Medicine
- The National Museum of Health and Medicine, established in 1862, inspires interest in and promotes the understanding of medicine—past, present, and future—with a special emphasis on tri-service American military medicine. As a National Historic Landmark recognized for its ongoing value to the health of the military and to the nation, the Museum identifies, collects, and preserves important and unique resources to support a broad agenda of innovative exhibits, educational programs, and scientific, historical, and medical research. The Museum is presently located at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, 6900 Georgia Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C. Visit www.nmhm.washingtondc.museum or call (202) 782-2200 for more information.
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