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Museum of the Republic of Vietnam

Preserving history, culture & diaspora identity.

Visitor Information

Hours & Location

The Museum of the Republic of Vietnam welcomes visitors Friday through Sunday from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Special appointments are available outside regular hours for groups, researchers, and educational visits.

We're conveniently located at 10561 Garden Grove Blvd, Garden Grove, CA 92843, in the heart of Little Saigon—the largest Vietnamese community outside Vietnam.

Admission is free for all visitors, though donations are appreciated to help sustain our mission.

Contact Us:
Phone: (657) 667-0002
Email: museumrepublicofvietnam@gmail.com
Website: museumrvn.org

Explore Our Collections

Journey through the compelling narratives and significant artifacts that define the Republic of Vietnam era. Our curated galleries offer a window into a pivotal period of history, showcasing resilience, culture, and the enduring spirit of its people.





Our Mission

Home to the world's largest collection of Republic of Vietnam artifacts, we serve as the premier repository preserving the history and culture of South Vietnam, its people, and global diaspora.

Preserve Heritage

We collect, preserve, and exhibit artifacts that tell the story of the Republic of Vietnam (1955-1975), ensuring these important cultural treasures are protected for future generations.

Record Voices

Through our extensive oral history program, we document the firsthand experiences of veterans, refugees, and community members whose stories would otherwise be lost to time.

Educate & Inspire

We provide educational resources, cultural programming, and community events that foster understanding of Vietnamese diaspora history, resilience, and contributions to American society.

Explore Our Collections

Historical Artifacts

Discover many authenticated items from the Republic of Vietnam era, including government documents, currency, postage stamps, and everyday objects that tell the story of life in South Vietnam.

Military Collection

Explore our extensive collection of uniforms, medals, insignia, and equipment from all branches of the Republic of Vietnam Armed Forces, preserved to honor the service and sacrifice of those who defended freedom.

Photograph Archive

Browse many digitized photographs documenting daily life, significant events, and cultural traditions in South Vietnam from 1955-1975, offering a visual journey through a nation's history.

Oral Histories

Listen to our growing collection of many recorded testimonies from veterans, government officials, educators, artists, and refugees, preserving firsthand accounts of life in the Republic of Vietnam and the diaspora experience.

Many of our collections are available for research purposes.

Support Our Mission

Ways to Give

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the Museum of the Republic of Vietnam relies on the generosity of supporters like you to preserve this important history and culture. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

Financial Contributions

Make a one-time donation or become a monthly supporter. Your financial gifts help fund exhibitions, educational programs, and the preservation of artifacts.

Artifact Donations

Consider donating items related to the Republic of Vietnam era to our collection. Our curators can help evaluate your items and provide documentation for tax purposes.

Legacy Giving

Include the Museum in your estate planning to create a lasting impact that will preserve Vietnamese history and culture for generations to come.

Contact Us

For general inquiries or specific requests, please use our contact form. This allows us to direct your message to the appropriate department and respond to you efficiently.

To help us assist you, the form requests your full name, phone number, and email address. Please provide as much detail as possible in your message so we can best address your needs.

Connect With Us

Stay Updated

Join our mailing list to receive updates about upcoming exhibits, events, and educational programs. We send monthly newsletters and occasional special announcements.

Follow us on social media for daily historical facts, artifact spotlights, and community stories:

Facebook: @MuseumRVN
Instagram: @Museum_RVN
YouTube: Republic of Vietnam Museum and Historical Society

Share your museum experience using hashtag #MuseumRVN to be featured in our visitor gallery!

Contact Information

Address:
10561 Garden Grove Blvd
Garden Grove, CA 92843, USA

General Inquiries:
Phone: (657) 667-0002
Email: museumrepublicofvietnam@gmail.com

Media Relations:
Phone: (657) 667-0002
Email: museumrepublicofvietnam@gmail.com

Educational Programs:
Phone: (657) 667-0002
Email: museumrepublicofvietnam@gmail.com

Donations & Membership:
Phone: (657) 667-0002
Email: museumrepublicofvietnam@gmail.com

Accessibility & Inclusion

The Museum of the Republic of Vietnam is committed to making our facilities, collections, and programs accessible to all visitors. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to engage with this important historical and cultural heritage.

Physical Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance, galleries, and restrooms
  • Accessible parking spaces near the main entrance
  • Seating available throughout exhibition spaces
  • Large-print exhibition guides available upon request
  • Service animals welcome

If you have specific accessibility needs or questions, please contact us at (657) 667-0002 or museumrepublicofvietnam@gmail.com prior to your visit so we can best accommodate you.

Digital Accessibility

Our website follows WCAG 2.1 AA standards for accessibility, including:

  • Screen reader compatibility
  • Keyboard navigation
  • Alt text for all images
  • Sufficient color contrast

Language Access

To serve our diverse community, we provide:

  • Exhibition text in both English and Vietnamese
  • Bilingual (English/Vietnamese) docents available upon request

Privacy Policy

The Museum of the Republic of Vietnam ("the Museum", "we", "us") is committed to protecting the privacy of its visitors and supporters. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, engage with our services, or interact with us in any way.

Information Collection

We collect various types of information from and about users of our website and services, including:

  • **Personal Information:** This includes data such as your name, email address, postal address, phone number, and payment information (for donations or purchases) when voluntarily submitted by you.
  • **Non-Personal Information:** This includes data that cannot be used to identify you personally, such as demographic information, browsing history, and preferences.
  • **Automatically Collected Information:** When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and how you interact with our site.

Use of Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including to:

  • Process donations, memberships, and purchases.
  • Send you newsletters, updates, and marketing communications (if you have opted in).
  • Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
  • Improve our website, services, and educational programs.
  • Analyze website usage and trends to enhance user experience.
  • Comply with legal obligations.

Data Protection

We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information. These include secure servers, encryption, access controls, and regular security audits. While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Cookies

Our website uses "cookies" to enhance your experience. Cookies are small files placed on your device that allow us to recognize your browser and capture certain information. We use cookies to:

  • Understand and save your preferences for future visits.
  • Compile aggregate data about site traffic and site interaction.
  • Track and analyze the effectiveness of our content.

You have the option to accept or refuse cookies and know when a cookie is being sent to your computer. If you choose to refuse our cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our service.

Third-Party Services

We may employ third-party companies and individuals to facilitate our service, provide the service on our behalf, perform service-related services, or assist us in analyzing how our service is used. These third parties have access to your Personal Information only to perform these tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.

Our website may contain links to other sites. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that site. Note that these external sites are not operated by us. Therefore, we strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of these websites. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.

User Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • **Right to Access:** Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • **Right to Rectification:** Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • **Right to Erasure:** Request deletion of your personal data.
  • **Right to Object:** Object to the processing of your personal data.
  • **Right to Withdraw Consent:** Withdraw your consent at any time where we are relying on consent to process your personal data.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Contact Information for Privacy Concerns

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

museumrepublicofvietnam@gmail.com

Museum of the Republic of Vietnam
10561 Garden Grove Blvd
Garden Grove, CA 92843, USA