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Record Attendance at the 9th Annual Monster Truck Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Reunion
11/15/2019-11/16/2019Another incredible International Monster Truck Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony is complete! It is hard to believe it has been 9 years and 42 deserving individuals honored by taking their place in the IMTHOF! There was a vibe in the air even before the event began on Friday night with the Meet & Greet session …
The Tire That Started It All
Jeffrey Cook president of IMTM HOF educates us on Monster Truck Tires! httpv://youtu.be/g-KijLw_Suw #wheelwednesday #tires #education #themoreyouknow #IMTM2019 #predator #goliath #taurus #kingkong #equalizer #hotrodharry #shotgunharry #halloffame #monstertrucks #monstertruckmuseum #internationalmonstertruckmuesum #bigwheels #bigtires #bigthings #firestone #firestonetires #goodyear #goodyeartires #kruseplaza #krusemuseum #thesalon #worldwideauctions #thecollection #newdisplay #newname #tradition #terratires #66x43x25 #48x25x20 #73x44x32 #floatertires #bigfoot #bearfoot #agriculture #agtires #tractortires
How It All Started-International Monster Truck Museum and Hall of Fame
Jeffrey Cook, President of the IMTM- Hall of Fame talks about how the International Monster Truck Museum and Hall of Fame all started. httpv://youtu.be/vyCLNrIwusE #IMTM2019 #predator #goliath #taurus #kingkong #equalizer #hotrodharry #shotgunharry #halloffame #monstertrucks #monstertruckmuseum #internationalmonstertruckmuseum #bigwheels #bigtires #bigthings #kruseplaza #krusemuseum #history #allenpezo #tradition #bigfoot #bearfoot #themonsterblog #monstertruckworld #warwagon #wildmanjeffcook #oldschoolmonstertrucks #carcrush #floatingonwater #truckchallenge #krusemuseums …
Exciting New Things Happening!
Our IMTM HOF President Jeffrey Cook speaks with John Kruse, one of the partners at Kruse Museum, where our display is located, about the exciting new things happening at the museum! httpv://youtu.be/VfXHOYIvmAs #IMTM2019 #predator #goliath #taurus #kingkong #equalizer #hotrodharry #shotgunharry #halloffame #monstertrucks #monstertruckmuseum #internationalmonstertruckmuesum #bigwheels #bigtires #bigthings #firestone #firestonetires #goodyear #goodyeartires #kruseplaza #krusemuseum #thesalon #worldwideauctions …
Display Relocation
We want to give a big shout out to the volunteers that helped move the IMTM display to its new area at the museum. Mike Nickell, Dave Smith, JJ Cook, Jeff Wildman Cook, Scott Hess, Andy Hoffman, and John Nowacki you guys ROCK! We are now located in the north end of the building (where we have been in the …
Official Dates for the 9th Annual HOF Banquet
We know you have all been waiting for it! We are excited to announce the official dates of the 9th Annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Reunion are November 15-16, 2019. We hope to see you there!
The 8th Annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Reunion
It was one MONSTER weekend with a record turn out from the community and the monster truck industry as The International Monster Truck Museum and Hall of Fame inducted Mike Nickell (Excaliber), Marty Garza (Overkill), Gary Bauer (Lon-Ranger, Nitemare Express, Screamin’ Demon) and Jack Koberna (The Beast, Cyborg, Tuff’ E’ Nuff) into the Monster Truck …
Photos: The Marvin Smith Collection
These photos come from monster truck owner and driver Marvin Smith. Marvin owned and drove Crimson Giant, Stomper II & Wild Hair. We want to thank Marvin for sharing some of the photos of his trucks. All photos are copyright to their respective contributors and are used with permission by IMTM.
7th Annual IMTM Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Reunion Tickets on Sale Today!
(Auburn, Indiana – IMTM PR) – The International Monster Truck Museum & Hall of Fame is proud to announce that tickets are on sale NOW for the 7th Annual Induction Ceremony & Reunion! The tickets can be purchased through the MonsterMuseum.org Online Store. Tickets are $35 which includes admission to the event, a commemorative poster …
2017 International Monster Truck Museum Hall of Fame Nominees Announced
(Auburn, Indiana – IMTM PR) – The International Monster Truck Museum & Hall of Fame is very proud to officially announce the 20 nominees for the 2017 IMTM Hall of Fame class. Members of the official 2017 IMTM Nominating Committee, consisting of 20 people from all aspects of the monster truck industry, were charged with …
International Monster Truck Museum Announces 2016 Hall of Fame Class
(Auburn, Indiana – IMTM PR) – The International Monster Truck Museum announced today the 2016 Hall of Fame Class of Inductees, which will include Bob George, Charlie Pauken, Jerry Richmond and Terry Woodcock. The announcement was made at the 4-Wheel Jamboree Nationals in Indianapolis, Indiana. These legends of monster trucks will be officially inducted at …
2016 International Monster Truck Museum Hall of Fame Nominees Announced
(Auburn, Indiana – IMTM PR) – The International Monster Truck Museum & Hall of Fame is very proud to officially announce the 20 nominees for the 2016 IMTM Hall of Fame class. Members of the official 2016 IMTM Nominating Committee, consisting of 25 people from all aspects of the monster truck industry, were charged with …
4th Annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
It was such a great year getting to see everyone again and hear some of crazy stories. We would like to congratulate this year’s inductees: Diehl Wilson, Jon Breen, Michael Vaters, Andy Brass, and Kirk Dabney. Thank you everyone for showing your support and joining in on all the fun.
5th Annual IMTM Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Photo Gallery
The 5th Annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony was a success and we would like to thank everyone for attending. Your support is what makes all of this possible. We hope you enjoy these photos from welcoming some more greats of the industry into the Hall of Fame: Gene Patterson, Alan Tura, David Morris, and …
International Monster Truck Museum Announces 2015 Hall of Fame Class
(Auburn, Indiana – IMTM PR) – The International Monster Truck Museum announced today the 2015 Hall of Fame Class of Inductees, which will include Billy Joe Miles, David Morris, Gene Patterson and Alan Tura. The announcement was made at the 4-Wheel Jamboree Nationals in Indianapolis, Indiana. These legends of monster trucks will be officially inducted …
2015 International Monster Truck Museum Hall of Fame Nominees Announced
(Auburn, Indiana – IMTM PR) – The International Monster Truck Museum & Hall of Fame is very proud to officially announce the 20 nominees for the 2015 IMTM Hall of Fame class. Members of the official 2015 IMTM Nominating Committee, consisting of 25 people from all aspects of the monster truck industry, were charged with …
International Monster Truck Museum Announces 5th Annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Reunion Date, Other Important 2015 Dates
(Auburn, Indiana – IMTM PR – November 3rd, 2014) – The International Monster Truck Museum announced today that the 5th Annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Reunion will take place Saturday, November 14th, 2015 in Auburn, Indiana, with the IMTM Open House Meet & Greet taking place on Friday, November 13th, 2015. Once again, …
International Monster Truck Museum Announces 2014 Hall of Fame Class
(Auburn, Indiana – IMTM PR) – The International Monster Truck Museum announced today the 2014 Hall of Fame Class of Inductees, which will include Andy Brass, John Breen, Kirk Dabney, Michael Vaters and Diehl Wilson. The announcement was made at the 4-Wheel Jamboree Nationals in Indianapolis, Indiana. These legends of monster trucks will be officially …
4th Annual IMTM Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Reunion Tickets on Sale Today!
(Auburn, Indiana – IMTM PR) – The International Monster Truck Museum & Hall of Fame is proud to announce that tickets are on sale NOW for the 4th Annual Induction Ceremony & Reunion! The tickets can be purchased through the MonsterMuseum.org Online Store. Tickets are $35 which includes admission to the event, a commemorative poster …
2014 International Monster Truck Museum Hall of Fame Nominees Announced
(Auburn, Indiana – IMTM PR) – The International Monster Truck Museum & Hall of Fame is very proud to officially announce the 20 nominees for the 2014 IMTM Hall of Fame class. Members of the official 2014 IMTM Nominating Committee, consisting of 25 people from all aspects of the monster truck industry, were charged with …
3rd Annual IMTM Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Photo Gallery
The International Monster Truck Museum & Hall of Fame would like to thank everyone for joining us during the 3rd Annual Induction Ceremony and Reunion. We were able to welcome five more legends into the Hall of Fame including: Allen Pezo, Dan Patrick, Scott Stephens, Gary Porter, and Army Armstrong. Thank you to all of …
Photos: King Kong 2.0 Project
The photos in this collection are from, the 2011 Hall of Fame inductee and King Kong legend, Jeff Dane. The King Kong project is well under way and looking awesome. The King Kong truck will be replicating the maroon version of the earlier King Kong truck. Many thanks to Jeff Dane for all of his …
International Monster Truck Museum Announces 2013 Hall of Fame Class
(Auburn, Indiana – IMTM PR) – The International Monster Truck Museum announced today the 2013 Hall of Fame Class of Inductees which will include Army Armstrong, Dan Patrick, Allen Pezo, Gary Porter and Scott Stephens. The announcement was made at the 32nd Annual 4-Wheel Jamboree Nationals in Indianapolis, Indiana. These legends of monster trucks will …
3rd Annual IMTM Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Reunion Tickets on Sale Today!
(Auburn, Indiana – IMTM PR) – The International Monster Truck Museum & Hall of Fame is proud to announce that tickets are on sale NOW for the 3rd Annual Induction Ceremony & Reunion! The tickets can be purchased through the MonsterMuseum.org Online Store. Tickets are $35 which includes admission to the event, a commemorative poster …
2013 International Monster Truck Museum Hall of Fame Nominees Announced
(Auburn, Indiana – IMTM PR) – The International Monster Truck Museum & Hall of Fame is very proud to officially announce the 20 nominees for the 2013 IMTM Hall of Fame class. Members of the official 2013 IMTM Nominating Committee, consisting of 25 people from all aspects of the monster truck industry, were charged with …
Photos: The Jeff Bates Collection
The photos in this collection come to us from a man named Jeff Bates. We could tell you about him, but he does it much better on his own. Here is his story, in his own words: “I have really enjoyed looking over the IMTM site, especially the old stuff. Maybe cause I am getting …
2nd Annual IMTM Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Photo Gallery
(Auburn, Indiana – IMTM PR) – The International Monster Truck Museum & Hall of Fame would like to thank everyone who attended our 2nd Annual Induction Ceremony & Reunion this past weekend in Auburn, Indiana. It was a great weekend as we celebrated the history of monster trucks and enshrined 5 legends of the sport …
2nd Annual IMTM Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Reunion Fact Sheet
(Auburn, Indiana – IMTM PR – Updated 10/30: 4PM) – Excitement is building for the 2nd Annual IMTM Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Reunion Presented by Summit Racing, as we are now just days away from the big event! Schedule of Events Friday, November 2nd IMTM Reunion Reception Presented By Summit Racing – 7PM …
Photos: The Gene Patterson Collection
The photos in this collection come to us from the legendary Gene Patterson, who has worked many years in monster trucks. Gene started out in the mid-80’s working with Jon & Bob Breen and continued on to become a very well known BIGFOOT team driver. Gene was kind enough to send us some great photos …
Photos: The Stephen Call Collection
The photos in this collection were donated by Jeff Call, and were taken by his father Stephen Call. We would like to thank them greatly for their contribution and support! All photos are copyright to their respective contributors and are used with permission by IMTM.
International Monster Truck Museum Announces 2012 Hall of Fame Class
(Auburn, Indiana – IMTM PR) – The International Monster Truck Museum announced today the 2012 Hall of Fame Class of Inductees which will include Jim Kramer, Mike Welch, George Carpenter, Pablo Huffaker and Dennis Anderson. The announcement was made at the 31st Annual 4-Wheel Jamboree Nationals in Indianapolis, Indiana. These legends of monster trucks will …
IMTM Board of Directors 08/15/12 & 9/06/12 Meeting News & Notes
(Auburn, Indiana – IMTM PR) – The International Monster Truck Museum & Hall of Fame’s Board of Directors held a regular meeting on Wednesday, August 15th that was paused and completed during a follow-up meeting on Thursday, September 6th. Directors Jeff Cook, Allen Pezo, Bob Chandler and Ross Bonar were present. The following is a …
2nd Annual IMTM Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Reunion Tickets on Sale Today!
(Auburn, Indiana – IMTM PR) – The International Monster Truck Museum & Hall of Fame is proud to announce that tickets are on sale NOW for the 2nd Annual Induction Ceremony & Reunion! The tickets can be purchased through the MonsterMuseum.org Online Store. Tickets are $35 which includes admission to the event, a commemorative poster …
2012 International Monster Truck Museum Hall of Fame Nominees Announced
(Auburn, Indiana – IMTM PR) – The International Monster Truck Museum & Hall of Fame is very proud to officially announce the 20 nominees for the 2012 IMTM Hall of Fame class. When inducting the first ever IMTM Hall of Fame class in 2011, the Board of Directors felt it the only proper course, to …
IMTM Board of Directors 5/09/12 Meeting News & Notes
(Auburn, Indiana – IMTM PR) – The International Monster Truck Museum & Hall of Fame’s Board of Directors held a regular meeting on Wednesday, May 9th, 2012. All Directors were present. The following is a summary of what was discussed. The deadline for the IMTM Nominating Committee to submit their nominations for the 2012 Hall …
Photos: The Russ Gearhart Collection
The photos in this collection were donated by Russ Gearhart, former owner/driver of the Mud Hog monster truck. Be sure to check our Gearhart Engineering online at http://www.gearharteng.com. Many thanks to Russ for allowing us to use these photos as part of the IMTM history preservation project! All photos are copyright to their respective contributors …
Photos: The Fil Tristan Collection
Fil Tristan of (Moline, IL) is a retired ALCOA maintenance worker of 30 years. Fil has travelled to a number of monster truck events from the very beginning. His first event was at Union Grove Wisconsin in 1982, and he was hooked. Fil is also the owner of a beautiful 1979 Monster Truck known as TITAN, which …
Photos: The Matt Ison Collection
Matt Ison from Lake Charles LA. has been a die hard monster truck fan since the mid 1980’s. Matt attended many monster truck shows in the southern Louisiana area. He grew up in the same area as Mart Williams of Southern Sunshine and Cajun King fame. For years Matt had tried to locate these local …
IMTM Announces Hall of Fame Selection Process, Nominating Committee
(Auburn, Indiana – IMTM PR) – The International Monster Truck Museum is proud to announce the 2012 Hall of Fame Selection Process and the members of a new official Nominating Committee. When inducting the first ever Hall of Fame class in 2011, the Board of Directors felt it the only proper course, to honor those …
Photos: The Jim Locke Collection
Jim Locke is a old school fan, and 4×4 builder from Mid Michigan. Jim has traveled to every Jamboree in the midwest, and has never missed a show to date since show #1. All photos are copyright to their respective contributors and are used with permission by IMTM.
Photos: The George Carpenter Collection
The photos in this collection were acquired by legendary monster truck figure George Carpenter over his many years in the industry. George’s entire collection was purchased by Ross Z. Bonar of TheMonsterBlog.com in 2010 and is the first to be digitized as part of the IMTM history preservation project. Enjoy the photos! UPDATED 1/12/12 – …
Photos: The Leon Booth Collection
This photo collection is from long time Indiana monster truck fan Leon Booth. All photos are copyright to their respective contributors and are used with permission by IMTM.
Official IMTM Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Video Coverage
The IMTM is proud to unveil our official coverage of the 1st Annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Reunion. This coverage was put together by our friends at TheMonsterBlog.com and features behind the scenes footage from the weekend, from display trucks arriving to highlights from the history discussion and of course, highlights from the …
2nd Annual IMTM Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Date Announced
The International Monster Truck Museum & Hall of Fame is proud to announce the date for the 2nd Annual IMTM Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Reunion – Saturday, November 3rd, 2012. Start making your plans to attend! Tickets will go on sale early next year, stay tuned for details!
IMTM Hall of Fame Event Featured In The Star
A big thanks to The Star for their nice feature on this past weekend’s International Monster Truck Museum Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Reunion. Check out a couple photos from the newspaper!
IMTM Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony A Huge Success
Everyone with the International Monster Truck Museum & Hall of Fame would like to extend a huge congratulations to the 2011 inductees, and a very heartfelt thanks to everyone who came out for this inaugural event. We understand a lot of people traveled great lengths to attend and we thank you so very much for …
Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Special Guest List
Over 225 people are attending the banquet. The following current and former owner/drivers will be attending the International Monster Truck Museum 1st Annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Reunion on Saturday, November 19th in Auburn, Indiana: Dan DeGrasso – Beast Bob Chandler – Big Foot Jeff Dane – King Kong / Awesome Kong Jack Willman – Taurus …
Newspaper Press Release
The upcoming International Monster Truck Museum Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony was featured in The Star:
Monster Truck Radio to Interview Members of 1st Hall of Fame Class
(Auburn, Indiana – IMTM PR) – The International Monster Truck Museum & Hall of Fame is proud to announce that 5 of the first 6 monster truck legends to be inducted into the Hall of Fame will be guests on Monster Truck Radio the next 5 weeks leading up to the much anticipated 1st Annual …
Photos: The Mike Krieger Collection
This photo collection is from IMTM & HOF representive Mike Krieger from London, Ontario Canada. Mike discovered a interested in Monster Trucks in 1984 and started attenting shows in 1985. Here are some photos from his personal collection. Enjoy! All photos are copyright to their respective contributors and are used with permission by IMTM.
2011 Inductees Announced
The International Monster Truck Hall of Fame is proud to announce the following 2011 inductees. Bob Chandler Dan Degrasso Jeff Dane Everett Jasmer Fred Shafer Jack Willman Sr. A full release with more details to follow.
IMTM Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Reunion Tickets on Sale Today!
The International Monster Truck Museum & Hall of Fame is proud to announce that tickets are on sale NOW for the 1st Annual Induction Ceremony & Reunion! The tickets can be purchased through the MonsterMuseum.org Online Store. Tickets are $35 which includes admission to the event, a commemorative poster featuring the honorees, a meet & …
1st Annual Monster Truck Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Reunion
Monster Truck Fans, don’t miss out on this historic event as the International Monster Truck Museum & Hall of Fame hosts its 1st Annual Induction Ceremony & Reunion on Saturday, November 19th in Auburn, Indiana. The very first class of Monster Truck Hall of Fame members will be inducted and members of the industry from …
IMTM Welcomes Alan Tura’s Legendary Goliath
The International Monster Truck Museum and Hall of Fame is very excited to welcome Alan Tura’s legendary twin engine Goliath into the gallery’s display starting Saturday, August 27th. Goliath will be the IMTM’s first restoration project and will be on display until work begins early next year. The IMTM thanks Alan Tura for sharing this …
IMTM Welcomes The Original Monster Truck, BIGFOOT #1
The International Monster Truck Museum and Hall of Fame is incredibly excited and proud to welcome Bob Chandler’s original Bigfoot #1 into the gallery’s display starting Wednesday, January 26th. Chandler has brought “The Original Monster Truck”, Bigfoot #1 to the International Monster Truck Museum and Hall of Fame located inside the Kruse Automotive and Carriage …
Announcement at the MTRA Banquet
International Monster Truck Museum & Hall of Fame founder and President Jeff Cook traveled to the 24th Annual Monster Truck Racing Association Awards Banquet in St. Louis, Missouri this past weekend to make a special presentation to the membership. The International Monster Truck Museum & Hall of Fame presentation included information about the formation of …