A plethora of history on hand in a quaint museum. Found this gem exploring AZ, while visiting family, whom didnt even know about it themselves. So much information and artifacts on hand and very interesting as well as educating. My 5 and 10 yr old loved it, as well as my 15 yr old nephew. Side notes, entry is free and only open on weekends. Highly recommend a visit here.

Such history and really interesting facts related to Arizona. Small but awesome!

Its a free LITTLE museum but its awesome. Has a lot of historic facts there and some really interesting pieces. The vet that was volunteering the day we went was absolutely amazing. He told us about his time in the Vietnam war as we were in the Vietnam room and showed us how the helicopter works the kids loved sitting in it while he explained. He was very kind to them and answered all their questions. Nothing like first hand knowledge.

Had a wonderful time and had a great experience at the Arizona Army national guard Museum. The tour was contacted by a staff of soldiers and other staff members and veterans who have great knowledge of all the exhibits inside and outside museum. It was an honor to tour this museum as a member of the 8/55 military police company Who served in operation Desert Storm. Thank you for the wonderful tour I encourage everyone to come see this museum because you’ll learn the history of the Arizona, Army and Air Guard, Outstanding museum

Please note that Museum is closed during summer time. Website hasnt been updated.

Please give respect to the man at the gate and ready to show your ID. Its all the way in the back,. SW corner of the base. It was awesome to notice it was free to enter this fantastic little place. With courtesy they have a donation box and lots of books you can buy to help support more projects to add into it. I found out with the help of volunteers they are bringing in a tank next. Lots of eras and different sectionswith unique and rare pieces still intact over the forgotten years.

Visited in January and though a little difficult to locate, it was interesting enough once we did. FREE (they do accept small donations), not huge, but definitely worth the visit. Getting a close look at the vehicles/helicopter was very cool.

Awesome history of brave man that served this country.

Small, but fantastic museum. Friendly, knowledgeable staff. I highly recommend a visit.

Incredible place! Everyone should visit and see the amazing history presented here.

Great place to visit

Amazing museum with so much information! It is on a national guard base, you must show your drivers license and tell them youre going to the museum and theyll give you directions.The museum is completely free, however there are some donations and I definitely left a certain amount. It starts with displays of Arizonas history with wars, from the Mexican War (I think) to today. I mostly enjoyed the WW2 section, specifically the Japanese, which features a captured piece of artillery. There is also a Huey inside! I wont spoil it all, but its so awesome.I definitely recommend this for those who are interested in history!

Great place. The guy I talked to there was very knowledgeable.I have other photos of this place on my Instagram : xjoshuawellsx

Military history fans, great place to lose yourself into!!!

We were pleasantly surprised at the quantity and quality of displays they had. We spent almost 2 hours there. Our 12 year old grandson has an interest in military airplanes and was beyond excited to see and learn more about them. Great afternoon activity.

This place was really awesome. Located on a military reserve base and OCS for the Army, it adds to the military feel. The tour guide was amazing and took his time explaining in detail each event and showcase as well as answering questions. Covers everything from the Spanish War and beyond to include Civil War, WWI, WWII, Operation Iraqi Freedom, etc. Teaches you about the rough riders, Navajo code talkers, blacks in the army, uniforms worn, the native Americans in the military, and a whole bunch more.Make sure to bring something to drink with you however, as I didnt see any vending machines or water fountains, however I could have just missed them. It is also not temperature controlled so it will be a little warm on the inside. It is handicap and wheelchair friendly.

This is a real gem of a museum. You can tell it is made by people whom put their own efforts into it, whether they were skilled or not, and regardless the results, the heart still comes out in each display. You won’t likely get to see the tanks or outside vehicles unless they have a second escort to monitor the he outside, but you can see them from the side road. You do get some up close views of the Huey and lots of weapons and war artifacts. Not very big and runs on donations. Go see it!

Everyone who is interested in military history should visit this anazing place. All the volunteers that run this museum are ex-military.we were lucky to hear a story of one of the helicopter pilots share his experience during the Vietnam war and it was amazing

You ENTER through the main base entrance on McDowell. Show your ID to the guard. Museum is free, but they accept donations.Looks like it was established in the 60s.If you love military gear, the place is a candy store.Captured Japanese artillery piece. Even have a Huey helicopter gunship in the building. They let my boys play in the Jeep with the M60 marked No climbing on a piece of paper tucked under the windshield wiper.The volunteer vets are fun to listen to.Very limited hours, Sat & Sun 1pm-4pm. But Chuck said theyd do other times on appointment.

Went to museum today. The website says it is open 1-4 weekends. It was CLOSED!!!The guard at the gar says yes it will open in Sept. It is closed for the summer. They should update the website. Yes they should. 2 hour round trip.

We had a great time. They have so much cool stuff and can tell you all about it. Its not required to pay but donations help them with bills and keeping the place open. We will be going back

Great history. We had a fun time

The theme of this Museum is lest we forget it is a tribute to all who serve this great state and Nation throughout Arizonas history the theme especially honors those who made the ultimate sacrifice.You really got to visit this Museum its awesome every aspect of it

Great place to learn about Arizonas Military history..another great free museum.

Great museum. Admission is free, there is a collection box and they appreciate donations. Its small but thorough if you really enjoy military history. We were there for about 2 hours and pretty much saw everything and had time to read most of the information.

A great place to learn and see the history of Arizona and the Military.

The museum is on an airbase. The gates near the museum are marked locked and there are signs to use the main gate but nobody tells you where the main gate is. If you come by bus get off at the stop after the Circle K on Bushmaster Blvd. It is not where you think the entrance might be judging from Google Maps.As for the museum its quite small. If its a lot of effort to get here dont bother. The place is quite far out of town and only open weekends. The military vehicles were inaccessible when I visited

This is a great way to spend some time and see Arizona Military Involved History, including rough riders and regiment insignias. Lots of personnel equipment was on display also including many uniforms and descriptive plaques. Good way to learn a little something but also keep your eyes busy looking about. The volunteers work hard and it shows!

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Its in small place a bunch of beautiful historyI love it.

Alot of history and friendly service

If you are a military historian or interested in military this is a good museum. A little complicated to get to as you have to show ID to the military post guards.

Awesome place, a bit hard to find once there but worth it.

Drove three hours to see the museum and it’s closed for the summer, nowhere on Google or the website said anything about it being closed.

Cool small museum with lots of history and artifacts. Definitely worth a visit if you like military history. My 6 year old was very interested in it.

Great place to take family. Lots to learn for kids.

This is a great museum. Lots of information about the history of the military in Arizona.

Great place to see some old history, small and cozy!

Wow! So much to see. Did u know we had WWI German POW in AZ? Many displays, actual Vietnam War helicopter you can sit in.

Great museum. Love the helecopter.

Learned a lot of history here about the immediate area and even found an article about my neighborhood and found out there was a book written about my neighborhood during WWll.

Must see if you have military access great place.

Great museum that most Arizonans dont know about. Lots of items and history for Arizona and the SW Region

Nice little museum.

I loved it ️

I really enjoyed the exhibit on Frank Luke. WWI heroes are mostly all but forgotten. This was a short but sweet tribute to an American Hero.

Awesome when Marianne Cole was there. She was so friendly and helpful.

My wife and kids loved it.

Great museum with very interesting exhibits.

Closed for the season. At least we were told that by the guard when we got there. Apparently it opens back up in September

For a small museum, they effectively use the space and provide a great oversight of Arizona military history dating back to the westward expansion (and some before, as well). While it is a smaller museum, their collection is solid and can be followed through each military period. Friendly and helpful volunteers can provide assistance, as needed. Probably the last place that has a nice display about the Great Papago Escape by German WWII POWs since the city did not care for the camp and escape route in recent years. Facility is an old adobe building that was utilized by German POWs to repair vehicles, so it is, in itself, a historical facility, as well. Completely worth the time and effort!

ALWAYS love a military museum regardless of its size!!

Small but with a good representation of Arizona military artifacts

Super interesting, easily 1-2 hours. Tons of amazing history, weapons, uniforms, etc!

Awesome showcase of Arizonas military history.

Quaint little place with a lot to see

Great history

Make it a must see on your list!

History

Excellent collection, including vehicles.

My home away from home

History

Go ARMY!!

Awesome

Was not open

Come check it out !!

Amazing place.