Custom made Colt Single Action Army Revolver at the NRA

Fairfax, Virginia - We recently told you that Colt Manufacturing was giving the National Firearms Museum their 175th Anniversary gun for safe keeping. Ours to watch over for a year, the Anniversary gun is a Single Action Army revolver.

"We engraved it at our custom shop to commemorate the 175th Anniversary of Colt Firearms," said Timothy Looney, Manager of the Colt Custom Shop. "It's a one of a kind with a serial number of 175."

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The Springfield 1903 Theodore Roosevelt used during his 1909 African Safari

Fairfax, Virginia - Why is National Firearms Museum Director Jim Supica smiling so? Because the rifle in his hands, a 1903 Springfield bolt-action rifle, is yet another addition to the NRA Museum's President Theodore Roosevelt exhibit.

"That is Theodore Roosevelt's Springfield 1903 rifle, serial number 6000," Supica beamed. "It's one of the most historic Roosevelt rifles. It was one of his primary arms in the 1909 African Safari."

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Fairfax, Virginia - When Girls Guide to Guns CEO Natalie Foster swung by NRA Headquarters last month, we thought she might appreciate more of a 'behind the scenes' look at the building. One of her favorite stops was inside the National Firearms Museum offices. That's where she experience a first hand look at two very special guns.

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Fairfax, Virginia - The National Firearms Museum is a magnet for American History buffs. Telling the tale of America's struggles and triumphs from the landing at Plymouth Rock to the Civil War to the battles in the Middle East, the Museum's displays illustrate our story and our use of firearms.

One history buff who made his way to the museum here in Fairfax is Norma Ammunition CEO Torbjörn Lindskog.

"Mr. Torbjörn is a life member of the NRA," said Deputy Executive Director Andrea Cerwinske. "He strongly suggested that a number of his executives joined as well."

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Join the National Firearms Museum Saturday for Museum Day Live!

Fairfax, Virginia - In the museum world, the name Smithsonian is synonymous with excellence. In an effort to share that excellence with as many people as possible, they have organized more than 1,500 museums and venues across the United States for "Museum Day Live!", a one day event on Saturday, September 29, where admission is free. And the National Firearms Museum will be there.

"The National Firearms Museum is always open free to the public," said Museum Director Jim Supica. "By joining Museum Day Live, we are participating in the spirit of the event. How can you not want to be part of something put on by the Smithsonian?"

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NRA brings out Maxim, Brownings and more big guns for Triggers on the Military Channel

Fairfax, Virginia - Everything started after the lights went out at NRA headquarters last night. That’s when the crew from Military Channel's Triggers: Weapons that Changed the World broke out the cameras, cables and celebrities to film portions of next season's episodes. Host Wil Willis (former Army Ranger and Air Force Pararescueman) was all smiles.

"He looked like a kid in a candy store," commented Museum Director Jim Supica. "We get that reaction a lot around here."

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Fairfax, Virginia - After safely stored away in his grandfather's closet for years, the Springfield rifle above almost found it's way to the scrap heap. Luckily Carl was there to save the day. And lucky for us, he brought it in to the National Firearms Museum's for inspection.

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Fairfax, Virginia - We first mentioned the Theodore Roosevelt collection in February of this year. Pictures of firearms, lion skins, Rough Rider gear and more were taken at the secret staging area here at NRA Headquarters. No more.

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Fairfax, Virginia - So here's what's going to happen ... It's the 4th of July. You're walking around the house, planning out the day, wondering what what's the first step in the holiday day. Take care of some chores, watch a little baseball, ready the wife and kids for the neighborhood barbeque, pack up the cooler and head out for the fireworks. Why not throw a little history into mix?

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