Mhow Army Museum

Mhow Army Museum is a military heritage museum located in Mhow Cantonment (Dr. Ambedkar Nagar) in Indore district, Madhya Pradesh, about 23 km from Indore. Maintained by the Indian Army and associated with the Infantry School, it showcases the history, evolution and equipment of the Indian Army and Infantry. The museum displays weapons, uniforms, models, photographs and war memorabilia, offering insight into India's military heritage within a cantonment town established in 1818.

Visitors can expect a well-maintained indoor museum within the Mhow military cantonment displaying galleries of infantry weapons, uniforms, insignia, battle models, photographs, documents and war memorabilia. The setting is inside a secure army area with organized display halls, informative panels and curated exhibits tracing the evolution of the Indian Infantry. Visitors can explore exhibition halls, view outdoor displays of equipment where available, and learn about regimental histories through guided interpretation.

Mhow Cantonment was established in 1818 as a British military cantonment and later became the home of the Infantry School of the Indian Army. The museum preserves and presents the heritage of the Infantry, the largest arm of the Indian Army, and reflects the long military history of Mhow as a key training centre.

The museum highlights the cultural and institutional heritage of the Indian Army, showcasing traditions, uniforms, customs and contributions of infantry regiments. It serves as an educational centre for understanding India's military heritage for visitors and trainees at Mhow.