Who is excited for the Battle for the Airfield WWII Re-Enactment Weekend next weekend!? For those of you who have experienced it before, how many years have you attended? (Photos by Roland Brooks) - Get your tickets today at: ahmus.me/bfta26
Coming up tomorrow night, Thursday, October 1st - History After Hours with Vietnam POW Mike Penn at the American Heritage Museum - Tickets and info at: ahmus.me/afterhours1026
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Just enjoying a beautiful New England sunset... 🌅![]()
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THIS SUNDAY: PATCON 2026 - ahmus.me/PatCon2026![]()
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Hundreds of incredible scale models, competition, vendors, demonstrations, seminars and activities for young modelers come together this Sunday, September 27, as PatCon 2026 returns to the American Heritage Museum! This event is 100% inside, so escape the rain and join us!![]()
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Now in its third year at AHM, the IPMS Patriot Scale Modelers Annual Scale Model Show & Contest brings together talented modelers from across the region for a full day inside our Annex Aircraft Hangar.![]()
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See an incredible variety of scale models including aircraft, armor, automobiles, ships, Gundam, sci-fi, wargaming and more — from meticulously detailed competition entries to special display-only models and LEGO creations.![]()
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There’s plenty happening throughout the day:![]()
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• IPMS Model Competition with judging by experienced IPMS members![]()
• FREE Kids Make & Take for children under 13, while supplies last![]()
• Figure Painting Roundtable at 10:30am![]()
• Hands-on Weathering with Oil and Enamel Paints seminar at 1:40pm![]()
• Vendors offering model kits, tools and supplies![]()
• Food from Kith and Kin and Lalos Mexican![]()
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PATCON-ONLY ADMISSION IS JUST $5 AT THE DOOR, with children 15 and under FREE with an adult admission. Cash is preferred.![]()
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Want to make a full day of it? Discounted combination tickets are available for both PatCon and the American Heritage Museum.![]()
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AHM Members: Regular museum admission remains free with your membership; the separate $5 PatCon admission still applies.![]()
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PatCon is RAIN OR SHINE and takes place indoors in the Annex Hangar. Parking is in the field, so please plan footwear accordingly.![]()
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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27![]()
9:00am–5:00pm![]()
American Heritage Museum![]()
568 Main Street, Hudson, MA![]()
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Whether you’re an experienced modeler, thinking about getting into the hobby, or simply want to see the extraordinary craftsmanship that goes into these miniature works of art, don’t miss PatCon this Sunday.![]()
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Full details and combo tickets at the link - ahmus.me/PatCon2026
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25th Anniversary Commemoration of 9/11 Attacks with Joyce Ng, 3 World Trade Center Survivor
September 10 @ 3:00 pm, ending 4:30 pm
Included with Standard Museum Admission
To commemorate the upcoming 25th anniversary of September 11, 9/11 survivor Joyce Ng will donate a rare Ground Zero artifact to the museum’s permanent exhibit and talk about her escape from the World Trade Center during a special event on Thursday, September 10th from 3:00pm to 4:30pm at the American Heritage Museum.
On September 11, 2001, Joyce found herself trapped inside 3 World Trade Center, the Marriott World Trade Center hotel—when American Airlines Flight 11 crashed into the North Tower, causing the hotel to catch fire. Along with countless others, she fled the burning building. This was an experience that left an indelible mark on her life. In response to this traumatic event, Joyce took action. In a time of crisis, she quickly mobilized resources to create a database of hotel survivors to help families locate the missing. She went on to establish the nonprofit organization 9/11 Survivors of Three World Trade Center, the only charity dedicated to the survivors of the destroyed hotel.
Joyce has been a tireless advocate for 9/11 survivors, engaging with national leaders to raise awareness about the lasting impact of the attacks. Her efforts have garnered recognition in The Washington Post, NPR, and The New York Times. In 2016, Joyce published the book Hotel 9/11, an inspiring story of strength and resilience, capturing firsthand accounts of hotel survivors. Through this powerful book, she has immortalized the stories of those who experienced the tragedy, ensuring that their voices are heard and their memories preserved for generations to come. Joyce’s unwavering dedication to honoring the legacy of 9/11 and educating others about its impact is truly inspiring, making her a symbol of strength and resilience in the face of adversity.
Bio: Joyce Ng is the founder of the nonprofit organization 9/11 Survivors of Three World Trade Center. She frequently speaks at schools and organizations, engaging leaders and communities to educate others on the lasting impact of 9/11 and sharing a message centered on hope, healing, and moving forward.
Event Highlights:
Artifact Donation Ceremony: Official presentation of Ground Zero artifact by survivor Joyce Ng to the American Heritage Museum.
Moment of Silence:
Survivor Remarks Firsthand reflections and discussion featuring survivors of the World Trade Center.
Book Signing & Q&A
Museum Exhibit Access: Opportunity to view the museum’s tribute and historical collections.
Standard museum admission rates apply. American Heritage Museum members are admitted free.
