Category: Museum News

Effective Immediately, the Museum will be open by appointment only.

In the interest of preserving public health and limiting the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus), our Museum will be CLOSED Saturday, March 14 through Sunday, April 19, except by appointment. Visitors are encouraged to take advantage of all the digital resources we offer online, such as our blogs, social media and new podcast platform, which launched today at: https://militaryfamilymuseum.podbean.com

More information and links to our social media is available on our website on the side bar.

During much of this time, we will be working on our virtual exhibits, blogs and podcasts, and our volunteers will be busy cataloguing our artifacts. We will not have any in-person meetings with citizens, even supporters.

We would appreciate it if you help us spread the word about our museum, so we can continue to reach out to more people in these difficult times.

In the interim, we hope you visit us on-line, and follow best practices to keep yourself and loved ones healthy and safe.

Please stay well and I’ll see you all after April 15!

The Albuquerque VA, Bernalillo County Behavioral Health Services, AL-ANON Information Service Office, Turquoise Lodge, the Vet Center and Forward Flag will provide information about their programs on March 13  from 5:00-7:00 at Los Vecinos Community Center in Tijeras. 

The panel discussion will focus on recognizing warning signs, how to intercede, and what local resources are available. Community members will have the opportunity to ask questions.

Local service organizations and helping agencies will have educational materials and resource pamphlets available. 

Los Vecinos Community Center is located at 478 1/2 Old Hwy. 66, Tijeras, NM 87059. The program will be held in the small building next to the main building. 

For more information, contact Dr. Circe Olson Woessner at (505) 504-6830.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/Museumbuildingfund

Born on New London Submarine Base, Groton, CT, Terrill Ann and her four siblings grew up as proud Navy Brats. Her family moved frequently so Terrill learned to adapt, make friends and get involved in her new communities. Because of her love of architecture, landscape and art, she was drawn to local artists who created reflections of their environments. She became an avid collector of artwork and crafts, searching out unique treasures everywhere she lived or traveled. As a Navy Brat, she became a consummate beach bum–feet in the sand is her place to be, so she chose Pensacola Florida, a long-time Navy town in which to retire. Terrill Ann, an Army spouse for 30+ years  raised four Brat sons, and worked and volunteered in supported those who serve—at the USO and Red Cross.  She served as a spouse liaison, was a member of various wives’ clubs, managed a thrift shop and an overseas Stars & Stripes bookstore. She’s also worked for the Navy Exchange, Navy Federal Credit Union and in the telecommunications industry. She considers herself to be a “Jill of all Trades.” 

Terrill Ann says, “Military children are affectionately known as Brats, and we embrace a unique military subculture and heritage all our own. Thousands of Brats embrace our unique name “Brat,” because it was lovingly bestowed upon us by those who serve—our parents and relatives.”

Terrill Ann recognized the need to document that unique heritage, and with the input of hundreds of fellow Brats, designed the Military Brat ID Seal. In the five years since its creation, it has been registered and copyrighted in the Library of Congress, and the Military Brat Seal has been embraced by thousands of Brats and their parents as a proud display of Military Brat Heritage.  Terrill Ann is pleased to be part of the Museum of the American Military Family Team. 

Military Brats Seal designs can be found on pins, challenge coins, patches, and badges of honor. They are purchased to recognize, honor or show appreciation and love for a Brat’s major milestone events, such as a graduation, retirement, birth or memorial.  Terrill Ann continues to create unique gift items, many as limited editions.

Made in USA , the Brat Seal proudly waves the banner, “Pluribus Locis Nostrum” which translates to “many places are home” which truly reflects Brat heritage, past, present and future.  Brats can continue to embrace their proud heritage with our Military Brats Seal , which can be found on ebay at https://ebay.usr/military_brat_seal.