12th Armored Division Memorial

Truly a hidden gem in Texas. We just happened to be passing thru and thought we would stop in. I had not heard of the 12th Armored Div., so I learned so much that I had not known about before. The museum has an extensive collection spread through 3 floors.

Unbelievable detail, amazing displays, completely clean, organized and full of knowledge. A hidden gem 💎

Very interesting museum. Alot of historical information and great exhibits. Learned about the different armored devision in Germany during the world War conflict. Had a great exhibition on the pacific theater as well. Armored vehicles were in the back of the museum. Very interesting. Would go again.

Very cool! Little museum in Abilene downtown. History of the 12th armored division army unit and work it in World war II. Very sombering. There's a section about the concentration camps but it was very interesting as well. She's short two block walk to Monk's coffee shop so check it out. $24 for a family of four. Two adults, two kids.

Pictures cannot do justice. There's three levels of this museum and be prepared to read a lot! There's a lot of interesting photos as well so give yourself plenty of time to browse. I've never been to Abilene so be aware it's nestled right in downtown. Great museum!

This museum contains a decent collection of equipment and weapons used by both American and German forces during that period. There are a few vehicles out back including a Sherman and mock Tiger I turret which you don't get to see too often. The large scale dioramas in the basement was quite interesting, chronicling specific engagements on a miniature scale. A few areas felt somewhat lacking though, like simple photos with a few lines of text on a plain white wall (almost something you see on a wiki page), I feel this might improve in the future with more interest to this location. That said, while this museum is far from being the best, it's still a must for any WWII enthusiasts and worth the $5 admission price. Go check it out!

As others have said, this place has a TON of information to read plastered all over museum. After you explore the upper floors go to the basement and check out the diorama displays, they are very well done. You'll def. see and read/learn some interesting tidbits at this museum.

I thoroughly enjoyed my afternoon here. And, I highly recommend it to anyone interested in armored division history. Lots of really good stuff on display. Was way more impressive than I imagined it would be. Hope to get back there again someday.