Children's Museums
American Military Museum
📍 1918 Rosemead Blvd, South El Monte, CA 91733🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
About American Military Museum
Over 170 military vehicles on display. Open Friday to Sunday, this museum stars 170+ military vehicles from WWI to Operation Desert Storm. Houses over 170 military vehicles spanning from WWI to Operation Desert Storm, including the M7 Howitzer 105mm Motor Carriage (the 'Priest'). Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 489 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Military History Museum
- Best For
- All ages
- Collection Size
- 120+ military vehicles on display
- Interactive Activities
- LA Tank Club RC tank battles and military reenactments, volunteer opportunities
- Visitor Count
- 245,000+ happy customers
💡 Did You Know?
- Houses over 170 military vehicles spanning from WWI to Operation Desert Storm, including the M7 Howitzer 105mm Motor Carriage (the 'Priest')
- Features interactive LA Tank Club monthly RC tank battles and historic military conflict reenactments as part of regular programming
- Offers multilanguage information placards for every vehicle in the collection, making it accessible to diverse international visitors
- Operates only Friday to Sunday with volunteer preservation opportunities, suggesting a community-supported museum model
💬 What Visitors Say
- Plan for at least 2-3 hours to explore the 120+ vehicle collection; reviewers consistently mention the extensive outdoor displays of WWI, WWII, and Cold War era tanks and military vehicles that require substantial walking time
- At just $5 admission, this museum offers exceptional value for families; the low cost combined with kid-friendly outdoor vehicle viewing makes it a budget-friendly educational outing
- Take advantage of knowledgeable volunteer docents on-site who can provide detailed historical context about specific vehicles; reviewers praise volunteer expertise and multilingual information placards for each vehicle
- Visit during LA Tank Club monthly RC tank battles and historic military reenactments for enhanced entertainment value; these interactive events transform the museum experience beyond static vehicle viewing
- Bring kids of all ages to explore the outdoor museum layout with vehicles like the iconic 'Priest' M7 Howitzer and military ambulances; the accessible, walking-friendly format and diverse vehicle types appeal to young visitors and history enthusiasts alike
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