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Today we solemnly remember those who served and sacrificed all in the defense of the values we all hold dear. On this Memorial Day and every day... we will never forget you. ... See MoreSee Less
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First run of the new M36 Jackson 90 mm Gun Motor Carriage / Tank Destroyer that will be publicly unveiled this weekend at the Tank Demonstration Weekend! Get tickets for the event and book a ride on the M36 Jackson ($195 per person) via the links at www.americanheritagemuseum.org/event/tank-demonstration-weekend-may-2023/ ... See MoreSee Less
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The weather this weekend looks perfect for our Tank Demonstration Weekend - May 27th and 28th at the American Heritage Museum from 9am to 5pm daily! Get a taste of what you might see at this video! Get tickets at: www.americanheritagemuseum.org/event/tank-demonstration-weekend-may-2023/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Our WWII Tank Demonstration weekend is coming up on May 27th and 28th. We have some special guests! WWII Veterans Bill Purple, Alfred Consigli and Russ Phipps (101!) will be joining us for a WWII Veteran talk around 10:30 and 1:30 both Saturday and Sunday. Amazing, incredible stories from these gentleman! Not to be missed. ... See MoreSee Less
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Get ready for our first Summer living history weekend next week with Tank Demonstration Weekend on Memorial Day Weekend - May 27th and 28th! Event details & tickets at: ahmus.me/23-05 - See some of the most historic American WWII tanks in operation all weekend including the M4 Sherman, M26 Pershing, M5 Stuart, M24 Chaffee, M18 Hellcat, and the first public appearance of our new M36 Jackson tank destroyer! All museum buildings are open and part of event admission... including the hangar and the car museum! ... See MoreSee Less
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School Tours and Lesson Plans

SCHEDULING YOUR SCHOOL GROUP
The American Heritage Museum is open for school group tours Wednesday through Sunday. School tour reservations can be made up to one year in advance and should be made at least two weeks in advance if you would like a docent / tour guide during your visitation.  Please plan between 2 to 3 hours for your visit.

Please fill out this short form if you are planning to start the reservation process or have questions (click on link below):

School / Student Group Tours – Includes Schools, Home Schools, Colleges, etc.

PAYMENT
The education rate is $8 per student and $15 per chaperone. The American Heritage Museum accepts credit cards, company checks and cash. We do not provide direct billing or receive purchase orders for payment. Deposits are not required. Tickets must be purchased together as a single transaction.

PARKING
Buses may unload in front of the American Heritage Museum at the entry vestibule on the North side of the building off the access road entering from 568 Main Street. Bus parking is allowed on the West side of the museum building.

For more information about group tours, contact groupsales@collingsfoundation.org or 978-562-9182.

LESSON PLANS:
You are welcome to utilize any of these lesson plans as stand-alone activities or during your field trip. Click on title to download PDF:

American Heritage Museum Scavenger Hunt

The Rise of Fascism and Beginnings of WWII

WWII North Africa

WWII Italian Campaign

Arsenal of Democracy – Homefront War Effort

WWII Eastern Front

WWII Normandy Landings / D-Day

Clash of Steel – Major WWII tank battles between Russia and Germany

WWII Battle of the Bulge

Allied Forces Crossing the Rhine River

WWII Battle for Berlin – Defense of the Reich

Liberation of Europe – Holocaust WWII

 

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OPEN TODAY - MEMORIAL DAY

The American Heritage Museum is open today, Monday, May 29th from 10:00am to 5:00pm for Memorial Day,