The US Army Medical Department Museum is an outstanding and fascinating institution that offers a unique and informative glimpse into the history of military medicine in America. This museum is truly a hidden gem, filled with exhibits and displays that showcase the courage, dedication, and innovation of the men and women who have served in the Army's medical corps. One of the things that sets the US Army Medical Department Museum apart is its exceptional attention to detail. The exhibits are beautifully designed and curated, with a wealth of historical artifacts and interactive displays that truly bring the history of military medicine to life. From antique surgical tools to state-of-the-art medical technology, the museum's collection is truly awe-inspiring. In addition to its impressive collection of artifacts, the museum also offers a wide range of educational programs and events. Visitors can attend lectures and workshops on topics ranging from battlefield medicine to the latest developments in military healthcare, and there are always knowledgeable staff members on hand to answer questions and provide additional information. Overall, I highly recommend the US Army Medical Department Museum to anyone interested in the history of military medicine or the brave men and women who have served in the Army's medical corps. This museum is a true testament to the dedication and sacrifices of those who have worked to heal and protect our nation's servicemembers, and it is a must-visit destination for anyone who values our country's rich military history.

This is a super old review of the US Army Medical Department Museum, and I hope nothing much has changed. I went there in 2014, I only had a short time there before closing. I am a Nurse from the Singapore Army, and I absolutely and thoroughly loved every single exhibit, picture and piece of history there. My short visit there had shaped my view of the importance of the military medical fraternity to the US forces, and how important it is to other militaries around the world as ambassadors of good will. It has given me a strong sense or purpose in what I do till today (8 years later). If and when I ever get a chance to go back to San Antonio, or Fort Sam, I will dedicate an entire day there and read and see everything that I possibly can. Thank you for sharing this important history lesson for generations to come.

We saw this on TripAdvisor and decided to visit. Tried to call to figure our logistics, but no answer. Took Uber to visitor center to gain entrance to the base. No one at center or gate knew where museum was, just somewhere on the :other side" of the base. Sent off in wrong direction twice. Not eve post office staff knew where it was. Finally used Google on my phone to find it. No staff at the museum, just walk in and you're on your own. Time to leave and did not want to make hike back to main gate since we were right next to a gate. Finally found a lady in the gift shop who got us address just outside the gate so we could call Uber. Interesting museum, a nice hike and an adventure all in one
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

The best American military museum I have been to so far, and I have been to a lot of them. The comprehensive displays include items from every period in American military history and for every conceivable interest. From uniforms to ambulances, surgeons' kits to etchings, the collection focuses on the objects, as it should. The museum also has an extensive collection not on display, and staff graciously showed me items I requested to see. Some highlights: early medical tools, a set of WWI horse dentistry equipment, model horse drawn ambulances, and a Spanish hospital flag from the Span-Am War.

Open 10-4 M-Sat. Free to all; only catch is you have to be able to get on base. People are incredibly friendly. They know their stuff, and are plenty willing to share that knowledge with you if you ask. The place is always clean, and displays are frequently switched out so there's something new to see. I've been easily a half-dozen times in the past year or so, and they've not once disappointed me. Don't forget to sign the guest book while you're there! More guests = more funding = better museum. I know, I sound like a shill. No, I'm just really impressed with this place. Hope you are too.

An amazing museum, full of physical displays and explanations about the entire history of the medical corps and U.S army. I could not have stopped walking around, talking photos, reading information and learning. In my opinion, the best thing a museum can cause you is the desire to bring your kids to see it. if that is happening - its probably a great one. Well, that is absolutely the case. Extremely recommended.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

What an amazing piece of history not only for our military medical troops but for our country. From the 1st steps in seeing the wall of those troops who were rewarded the medal of honor through the last steps of the museum bringing us into modern history, it is impossible to not be Over com with a sense of pride and honor for our country and the servicemen and women who have served us so selflessly. If you haven't had the opportunity to tour this museum I challenge you to take a couple of hours and tour this piece of history.

Only for US Citizens! - I was very excited to visit the Army Medical Museum, but since I'm not a US citizen (just visiting from Mexico) I wasn't allowed to get a visitor's pass. You can actually get one, but you have to go through a background check that may take some days. I understand and respect why they do this. I just want to warn all non-US citizens so that they don't go out there expecting to be allowed into the Fort.

If you get a chance to go, please do. The museum features great military exibits and wonderful displays. Free to see. There's a few exibits that are still under development so please be respectful. It takes time to make a display that truly honors the folks in that historical event. Wheelchair friendly and mostly AC. Few areas are outside.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Price for adult entry
Free

My former-medic wife and I wanted to stop here on our honeymoon and there is nothing on the website saying the museum is currently closed to the public. Quite the disappointing discovery after driving several hours across Texas. Calling for more information has also gotten nothing but a ringtone despite the clearly marked operating hours. Most unfortunate.

A very professional museum showing all facets of military medicine through the historical perspective of the different medical branches. Enjoyed the static outside display of the train car and medical helicopters. I was able to find all my assignments at the display of unit crests. Wish it could be larger to show more memorabilia.

Very nice layout for this Musuem that honors all the brave men and women of the US Armed Forces, particularly the medics. The climate controlled indoor sections are organized chronologically, and also don't forget to check the outdoor vehicles (helicopters and an amazing Army Medical Train car!)

Lots of great displays here from every era of American military medicine. Lots of cool vehicles. Lots of great artifacts. And it's free admission. Thought I would just kill a few hours with the wife and ended up learning a lot and seeing some very interesting history. I highly recommend it.

Unexpectedly great museum! Lots of different exhibits featuring everything you want to know about Fort Sam Houston's medical background starting with revolutionary war to the present. Don't forget to head out back and check out the authentic army medical train, jeeps, and helicopters!!

Great experience my daughter who is an idmt just retired after 20 years of Air Force Services took us there. Thanks to all who serve and the medics and doctors
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure
Price for adult entry
$1–5

If you're a fan of history, military, medicine, or any combination this is an awesome find. It's free to get in, and the folks that work there have an outstanding knowledge of what's there. They provided my wife and I with answers to all of our questions and added valuable insights.

Definitely a trustworthy institution to exhibit and educate the history of the Army Medical Department. I went to the museum twice and kept learning both times. It's well organized, driven to improve and evolve, all while serving the legacy of AMEDD.

The museum is gigantic, you can easily spend a whole morning in there. Inside and outside things to see! Very well organized and well kept! The people who work there 90 are veterans! They'll know a lot about the place and have stories to share!

Very interesting. Assumed this was a small stop to see some historic equipment, but proved to be a timeline thru US army medical history. Very engaging and interesting. See if you can find the early 20th century Equine Dental field kit …

Fantastic military history museum with numerous displays and a well curated collection of military medicine artifacts.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

I had an absolutely awesome visit to Fort Sam Houston‘s, AMEDD museum. Ranging from the Indian wars to the more recent Middle eastern conflicts. This museum has everything about AMEDD‘s Nurse, Dental, Civilian, Veteranarian and

Great history of medicine in the Army starting with the Revolutionary War. Outdoor display also with a hospital train car, helicopters and ambulances. We spent two hours there. Variety of artifacts, personal stories and videos.

A great military museum! There is a lot of history displayed here, from the 1800’s to today. I have a lot of respect for the military members in the medical field. This museum is dedicated to them and the tools they use.

Great free museum to enjoy on a nice hot summer day. The exhibits are few and small but are amazing.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

Loved the displays. Brought back many memories. Always displays that change and are informative.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

Great place for real history. Takes about an hour and a half to really look around and get the full experience. Great for U.S. Army medics and any service members really. Check it out, you won't be disappointed.

I usually hate, and I mean hate museums. This however has a very special place in my heart because my wife is a combat medic and to learn the history of what she does and what her job is about was very amazing.

A wonderful museum that impresses with its collections and provides a deeper appreciation for the history and progress of battlefield medicine. It also serves as a great location for ceremonies and gatherings.

Great history of AMEDD. An impressive collection of military medicine equipment and vehicles. I was the only person in the museum at the time of my visit. New exhibits currently being curated. More

Loved this. We were with three of our grandchildren, they asked their Grandpa all about the Vietnam war. Very touching moments. So proud of our grandson graduating combat medic training.

Wonderful place, wonderful museum. I miss my memories in there. I was even proud of seing my ancestor's name (Ibn Sina) in there and had a photo under that nametag. I miss San Antonio

Great place to go and see all the medical training, ideas, inventions that our soldiers over the years have done. This museum gives a great in site to what our medics go through.

Good if one is dreaming medicine. The medical histories throughout Army MEDCOM are demonstrated. Imo, Army MEDs et al are better than medical school. Truly best MOS in Army.

Lots of really good exhibits and displays. Very interesting. Outdoor displays include helicopters, tracked vehicles and a train. Well worth visiting while in San Antonio.

Wonderful museum. I have enjoyed it more than once.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
$1–5

This is a great tribute to the men and women who stepped up to the call of duty to serve our great nation as Medics, Dentist, and physicians during our history...

Went to a training session in there I did not know they had classrooms back there. It's an interesting place to see at least once if you're on Fort Sam Houston.

The staff are extremely knowledgeable! My first trip here was 10 years ago and the exhibits are the same. Could really use some updating and new stuff to see.

Much bigger than what it may seem outside. Threat expeience to see how medicine has evolved and also had many amazing visuals inside and outside the museum.

This is a growing Army museum with a rich history and a solid mission to train soldiers. I'm excited to see what changes are coming in the next few years.

History was bought to life during the animated tour with true relics from the past. If you are a patriot, or an American, you owe it to yourself to visit.

The AMEDD Museum is a great place to visit to learn about the history of Army medicine. The museum is payed out logically & the displays are great.

Great history of the 68 series I learned so much from this place and everything time I gone back I seem to find something new. Highly recommended!

Awesome. The entire family liked it, I loved it. It is free to get in. Just remember to get a pass at the front gate, it is on a Military Base.

Had a lot of medical history behind and honestly was fascinating to see all the past individuals, ideas, and inventions from so many years back

Great museum. Goes through the history of the medical corps throughout the history of the army including instruments, vehicles, and technology

Need a federal government ID or a visitors pass to get on base to see this. Stop at Walter's Street visitors center to get a pass. More

No cover charge. Kids were entertained. Train was the kids favorite. Would like to go back and take a better look at the displays.

In the middle of a remodel, but there's a lot to see, and the staff was very knowledgeable, and friendly, without being intrusive.

Bigger than you would think a lot of stuff to see if you have base access it's not about way to spend an afternoon and it's free.

Free and fun for kids. Great place to enjoy outside and feed peacocks, fish, deer a rooster and hen. Wonderful place for family.

Very historical museum. There are a few vehicles outside on display, helicopters, a train. The staff are helpful and friendly.

It a very impactful experience, you will get more than what you would of expected out of a museum. Historians are so helpful.

Has great history of army medical corp. Facility is well organized compared to size and it is free. Operates on donations.

Great place to teach our children part of their country's history and sacrifices made for our freedom and liberty for all.

Great museum. Very informative and quiet can move at any pace. The Vietnam section was my favorite. The relics of heroes.

Amazing military museum that articulates the impact of military medicine throughout the nation’s history to modern day.

Very interesting, great presentation, knowledgable, friendly staff. Say hello to Gilda in the gift shop, she's awesome.

The staff are accommodating and a real pleasure to work with. The museum is amazing, and definitely worth re-visiting

Wished we could have been there longer. Also wish there was more about the history of Behavioral Health Technicians.

Super fun and free, great place to check out if you want to get to know the history of the military medical field.

What a fascinating collection of historical items. I'll have to go back for a third time just to see more of it.

Once I was inside I got absorbed into the history. The place is wonderful. Other then a few creepy wax figures.

Although currently closed to the public, the staff is improving the exhibits, for a better visitor experience.

Inspiring visit! Very knowledgeable staff. Great exhibits. I'll definitely go back when I have more time.

Very cool! Loved the human replica of operating room. Awesome collection of badges, and equipment.

Amazing place, great history and the staff are extremely knowledgeable!! Thank you for the tour!

Very interesting place! Our Soldier Medic took us on a tour learned alot of things while there!

There was no brochure to go through with. Just jumped in. Not sure if I saw everything though.

This was a great place. We were able to take a moment and pay respects to an old friend here.

Great free museum on base at Fort Sam Houston in Texas. Dedicated to USA Army Medical Corp

So cool! I'm not a fan of military museums, but this was fascinating and well structured.

Great history of US medics and their place in combat. Great people who run it as well.

Was a lot of great stuff and good for history of the medical field in the armed forces

Everyone that visits Fort Sam should definitely take the time to visit, well worth it.

Not enough representation of Special Forces medical contributions and advanced skills.

Very informative. The historian that talked to us was funny and quite knowledgeable.

This is an excellent museum for looking at Medical Corps work through the decades.

Learned a lot while visiting. Definitely a place to visit and learn some history!

Amazing musuem showing the history of Army medicine. The staff is great as well.

Really exceptional displays of medical memorabilia from revolutionary to present

Lots of great history about the Army medics. A must see for all history buffs.

Great place and it is free to enter, so much history and great pieces there!

It was under renovation, however a lot of hard work went into preservation.

Saw my Dad's uniform that he wore when he passed. Very emotional for me...

If you have any interest in military medicine, you should definitely go.

I learned about my MOSvery professional and informative staff …

Great venue if you are interested in the history of military medicine!

Great place to experience the history of the Army Medical Department.

an entertaining yet sobering educational museum a good place to visit

Nice free museum to learn the history of the army medical department

If you are a medical related personnel, it is worthy to visit here.

Wonderful place to learn about our nation's great medical history.

Emotional moments for this former medic. Very well put together.

Friendly and helpful people but most of all, very clean. thanks

Very interesting history captured here and shared with passion.

Honestly, WAY more interesting, inside and out, than I expected

Wonderful place. Loved all the medic information. Great place

Very informative! Really make you think about your freedom!

Very interesting museum on base. Highly recommend a visit.