Eighty years ago, veterans of World War II were starting to come home, able to spend the holidays with their families again in peacetime. As we reflect on the happiness they experienced, let us all find peace, joy, and comfort with our loved ones as we share this precious time of year. From all of us at the American Heritage Museum, Happy Holidays and Seasons Greetings to you, wherever you are, and our best wishes for a happy and healthy 2026! ![]()
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Meet the Sd.Kfz. 2 Kettenkraftrad!![]()
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Speaker Series: Cold War Massachusetts - Tomorrow, 12/12 at 2:30.![]()
Did you know MIT in Cambridge became one of the most important research centers for U.S. Cold War defense technology, especially through its Lincoln Laboratory, founded in 1951. The lab played a major role in developing the SAGE (Semi-Automatic Ground Environment) air-defense system—one of the earliest large-scale computer networks, and a precursor to modern digital command-and-control and networking technologies. Learn more tomorrow!
Don't miss this Friday's Speaker Series - Cold War Massachusetts: Hidden Infrastructure and the Legacy of Preparedness. Dec. 12th, 2:30 to 3:30. See: www.americanheritagemuseum.org/event/speaker-series-cold-war-massachusetts-hidden-infrastructure-...
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Masonic Family Fun Day Presented by the Grand Lodge of Masons in Massachusetts
August 10 @ 10:00 am, ending 4:00 pm
Outdoor Event Free - Discounted Museum AdmissionThe Grand Lodge of Masons in Massachusetts is holding the 2025 Masonic Family Fun Day on the American Heritage Museum grounds on Sunday, August 10th from 10:00am to 4:00pm on the runway area.
The outdoor event will have tents representing all Masonic bodies statewide and includes music, games, contests, food, and fun for the whole family! Entertainment includes a car show, live music, ax throwing, games, dunk tank, and more! Food provided by a variety of statewide organizations includes burgers, BBQ, fried Oreos, lobster rolls, waffles, and more!
Discounted Museum Admission During Event (Advance Purchase Necessary)
Discounted American Heritage Museum advance purchase admission for attendees is available at $10 Adults / $5 Children 16 and Under.
| Click here to purchase discount tickets online. |
*Discount rate only available through advance purchase, not available in person.
WWII Tank rides in the M36 Jackson are available all day at $195 per person – a Tax-Deductible donation!
When you click on the button below to learn more, click on August 10th date in the calendar for available slots.
| Sign-up for M36 Jackson Rides Online at this Link! |
Masonic Family Fun Day attendees will enter at 568 Main Street, Hudson, MA 01749 and will be directed to event parking through the field right before the tank driving area. Parking at the main museum parking will be for AHM visitors only.
