American Society of Military History Museum

A boneyard for military vehicles, tanks, big guns, helicopters. A good place to know about if we are under attack by zombies.
Now here is my take on this place. I figure this guy’s wife got tired of him bringing home yet another Vietnam era tank to sit in the backyard, and said, «Honey…it’s me… or the tank collection.» And guess who won?
Can’t say it was good for me. It sure looked like an out of place, dusty, rusty junkyard of killing machines to me.
But was it good for Mr B? Sorta yep.
Is it good for anyone who enjoys a testosterone rush? Probably yep.
is it good on the wallet? Definitely yep.
is it good for that little «mini me» who thinks the dad/​grandpa who took them here is the smartest, most entertaining, knowledgeable guy on the face of the earth? Most certainly, yep.
For all those who think war movies and military machines are the bomb (bad pun, I know), here’s a classic:

If you want to see some old military tanks, then this is the place for you. The admission is only $ 5 and its worth it. Cant say much more just understand that your going to see the old tank and vehicle’s. It will probably take you less then an hour to see everything so its not a full day mission.

Interesting place! They have introductions in different languages, which is really wonderful! My kids had a good time time.

Historical museum in the middle of south El Monte. Visited when I was a kid and recently as a grown up. Lots of military vehicles and enlightening to see the true size of these amazing american vehicles. Saw a long weapon that my dad fired when in the marines.

It’s okay. A bit of a glorified junk yard to be honest, but worth the money to come.
If you’re in the area stop by but I wouldn’t make a special trip.
The blokes that run it are super nice and friendly.

Been meaning to take my youngest son here for over a year. Finally made it out to South El Monte. One of the largest collection of tanks and armored vehicles I have seen. Reasonable entry fee of $ 5 for adults and $ 3 for my 13 year old. Cash only!
They hand you a notebook with description of all the vehicles. I understand you can print out your own copy from the website.
They have a small visitor area that sells tank models, some war memorabilia and cold drinks.
My son brought is replica of M-​1 Grand rifle. We had the owner check it and make sure it was ok to bring it in. He was very gracious. Definitely a hidden gem in LA for war buffs.

I never knew there is a tank museum in this area. It was a surprise and definitely not something you see every day. Even though I had little knowledge of tank but always, admire them. They play an important role in wars
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There’s as much as 170 tanks in this museum, it got all type shape and sizes. The admission fee is low, however it doesn’t take long time to go over all the tanks. If you don’t look at them close up, each tank has its own history so important to look at their brief history.
Bring your camera, and don’t forgot to take some awesome selfie !

I brought some guests from out of the country here and they flipped out. I’d never even heard of this place, but glad we made the trip. It’s a good place to kill an hour and take some interesting photos. I doubt any kid or veteran would not have a great time. It’s essentially a giant tank graveyard — so it’s not so much of a traditional museum experience. The price is right for this unique experience.

Great spot, surely a hidden gem in the SGV.
If you are familiar with the military, play call of duty or just watch M.A.S.H. Lots of great photo opportunities.
Great place to walk of breakfast or lunch, especially the kids… Spend an hour or two and support, you’ll be glad you did.

A must see if you are around the area! There are several different equipment in which had served its purpose over the years. This is a great place for little one to learn about history and to see an actual tank or a long cannon that used to be on a plan or ship! Be forewarned its all dirt path so expensive shoes, high heels and expensive clothes are highly not recommended!

A random museum in El Monte that will bring out the boy in any grown man… and that every boy would love to pounce and explore in. Probably an hour or so and you’re done.
You don’t get to crawl into any of the vehicles, which is a bummer, but you can get pretty darn close to them to peer in. If you’re lucky, you can grab one of the camo helmuts and take pics with it on and the tanks/​trucks/​helicoptors in it.
Uh, definitely wear shoes for this activity. Flip flops will get your feet dirty quick!

I just happend to get of the Frwy on the wrong exit. And almost hit the brakes in the middle of the street. I never new this was here. I am a huge fan of heavy armor. I was soooooo Sad to find them closed. but now that I know they are there. I will be coming back on Sunday with friends that share the same feelings… I respect what I was able to see from the street. I even took pictures and posted them on FaceBook. I am very excited to return when the museum hours are open… A fan of World of Tanks now I can touch the real thing… I hope this place makes it. I here they need help with funding. We can not let this Museum close… Please share and visit…

This museum is an odd surprise in the middle of Rosemead. Although small it is packed with a wide variety of military and transport vehicles from the early world war two era to the present. Each vehicle has a full history to read which is a pleasant surprise and the people who run and maintain the place are nice and patient. Really the only drawback is that the place needs more funds and volunteers to restore the equipment, much of which is rusting badly.

This is the perfect place to take your female date. *sarcasm.
In my opinion, I can’t fathom myself to either dislike or like the museum. How can anyone except more or less from the owners?

Pardon my language when I say I love the fuck out of this place.
I grew up with my grandparents in Rosemead, and I rode by this place almost every single day during my developmental years. I don’t remember a time when I didn’t wish I could go inside and skip around the war machines.
For $ 5, you can get in the gate and walk around in this yard of tanks and other armored vehicles, bombshells, ambulances, jeeps, carriers, and a chopper.
The guy there loans you a white binder filled with information on everything in the park, which are all numbered.
He also allows you to borrow the helmets he’s got with him in the tented area if you want to run around the yard wearing them and taking pictures in front of the different machines. He’s got army helmets from just about every era since the first World War.
You can’t climb on or enter any of the tanks or other vehicles (which I know is a bummer for some people), but it’s for liability reasons, understandably.
Seriously, talk to the guy there if you have any questions. He’s a well of obscure military knowledge, telling us about the curious objects we saw back there and explaining how some of them were failed projects that had a lot of money dumped into them, but didn’t take off.
One thing I found interesting was the line-​up of ambulances. There was one from Korea, one from Vietnam, and one that was used on the set of M*A*S*H. Interesting to see all those juxtaposed together.

THE +‘s: huge well-​preserved collection of US military vehicles — from old skool ww1 to modern era exhibited in a ginormous outdoor park. easy place to spend an entire afternoon without blinking. cheap entrance fee. you get a binder with explanations of each vehicle on exhibit and, if you need more info, talk to the ticket guy — he’s a wealth of details. even a non-​military nerd like me got lost in the gift shop where you can buy bullet shells the length of your hand (daym!). i totally love that there are vintage curios everywhere like the clackety typewriter on display next to the main entrance.
THE -‘s: parking can be annoying cuz there aren’t a lotta spaces for visitors. you can’t climb into any of the vehicles — i get that there are liability issues but omg, i so wanted to.
SUM: this place is a hidden gem in the sgv. above and beyond one of the best military museums i’ve been to even though only US stuff is on display. i love the variety — from helicopters to land-​sea hybrids to totally vintage ww1 ambulances. bring a hat on a sunny day and spend a couple hours getting seriously educated here.

A great place to kill a few hours, can’t believe the amount of vehicles this guy collected. Huge variety and most are in great condition.
Would be great to set aside one vehicle, a turret, or even just an AA Gun for the kiddies to climb inside to see the guts of the beast.
If you’re in the area, come check it out.

If you are into armor, then this is the place for you in Southern California. Lots of armored vehicles to see. Some nice other military hardware thrown in like bombs, mortars, anti-​tank guns, etc. I especially liked the torpedo tubes from an old 1930’s vintage destroyer.
Admission price is very reasonable. The guy who runs the place was around and willing to answer questions. The place was not crowded at all, and I went on Memorial Day!
Cons: pretty much only American hardware. If you are looking for Russian or German stuff, it ain’t here. Can’t check out the interiors of any of the vehicles, either.
Can’t blame the museum, though. Owner said liability insurance would not allow anyone to get into the vehicles. Not having foreign tanks was simply due to not having enough $$$ to purchase them.
My friend, his boys, and myself all had a good time. Definitely worth the trip and the price of admission.

Nice place.
Has a lotta antique tanks and military stuff.
I had an enjoyable time.
Great museum that’s closeby

I have been a lifelong military vehicles fan, and this place was great. The guy who runs the place is really cool, and he will gladly chat with you. If you are interested in AFVs (Armored Fighting Vehicles), you owe yourself a visit here.