The American Police Hall of Fame & Museum is a tribute to the brave men and women who have given their lives in the line of duty, as well as a showcase of the history and achievements of law enforcement in the United States.
The museum is located near Titusville, Florida, close to other attractions such as the Astronaut Hall of Fame and the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. The museum was founded in 1960 by Gerald Arenberg, a former police officer who was injured by a drunk driver and dedicated his life to honoring his fallen comrades. The museum moved from North Port to Miami in 1990, and then to its current location in Titusville in 2003. The museum features exhibits on various aspects of policing, such as forensics, firearms, K-9 units, and SWAT teams. It also houses the nation’s first indoor memorial to the fallen, with over 22,000 officer names who have died in the line of duty inscribed into its marble walls, and a Hall of Fame that recognizes the outstanding contributions of law enforcement personnel.
The museum is currently undergoing a major renovation that will transform it into a state-of-the-art immersive experience that will engage and educate visitors about the role and impact of law enforcement in the United States, telling stories of heroism and the human side of officers – stories that often go untold. The new ILEX – Immersive Law Enforcement Experience – is expected to open in May 2025, coinciding with the Police Week activities.
The American Police Hall of Fame & Museum is operated as a program of the United States Law Enforcement Foundation, a 501c 3 public charity.
