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THIS WEEKEND: WWII IN THE PACIFIC COMES TO LIFE - ahmus.me/Pacific2026Join us, rain or shine, this Saturday and Sunday, August 22-23, at the American Heritage Museum for our WWII in the Pacific Re-Enactment Weekend, featuring two full days of living history, historic military vehicles, aircraft, demonstrations, and a dramatic recreation of an island battle in 1944.At 1:00 PM each day, American and Imperial Japanese forces will clash on the re-enactment field in a live WWII battle featuring infantry, military vehicles, and aircraft overhead. For the first time, see “Tora 101,” a replica Japanese A6M Zero built for the film Tora! Tora! Tora!, take to the skies alongside our Stinson OY-1 observation aircraft, weather permitting.Explore authentic Pacific War encampments throughout the day, meet the re-enactors, experience living history demonstrations, and add a WWII tank or half-track ride to your visit.Saturday & Sunday, August 22-239:00 AM to 5:00 PMBattle Re-Enactment at 1:00 PM each dayAmerican Heritage Museum, Hudson, MassachusettsYour admission includes access to the American Heritage Museum, Historic Aviation Hangar, and Classic Automobile Barn.This weekend only. Make your plans now and get your tickets before you arrive!Tickets and event details at: ahmus.me/Pacific2026 ... See MoreSee Less
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TOMORROW — Heritage & Horsepower at the American Heritage Museum! Info & Tickets at: ahmus.me/hhcs26Join us Saturday, August 8 for an incredible day of classic, exotic, and specialty automobiles alongside our world-class collection of tanks, military vehicles, historic aircraft, and vintage race cars!The Heritage & Horsepower Fundraiser Car Show runs from 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., with the museum open 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.Best of all, event proceeds support our Fuel Our Field Trips program, helping underserved students experience history firsthand.Make your plans now and join us tomorrow!Get tickets and details:www.americanheritagemuseum.org/event/heritage-horsepower-fundraiser-car-show/ ... See MoreSee Less
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TOMORROW NIGHT — Don’t Miss History After Hours! Info & Tix at: ahmus.me/afhr0826Join us at the American Heritage Museum for Evolution of the Main Battle Tank with retired U.S. Army tanker Gregg Pomerleau.Explore the progression from the M26 Pershing and Patton series through the M60, M551 Sheridan, and M1A1 Abrams during this special walking presentation through the museum and outdoor tank operations ramp.Thursday, August 6Museum Open: 5:00–8:00 p.m.Presentation: 6:00–7:30 p.m.Included with standard admission. Members attend free. Get your tickets today - link in first comment. ... See MoreSee Less
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Stow and Hudson Community Weekend – Free Admission for Residents

December 6, 2025 @ 10:00 am, ending December 7, 2025 @ 5:00 pm

Free with proof of residency

Voted as one of the top 10 military history museums in the world by National Geographic, the American Heritage Museum in Hudson, Massachusetts is one of the nation’s most extraordinary collections of military vehicles, aircraft, and artifacts chronicling America’s fight for freedom from the Revolutionary War through today. Operated by the Collings Foundation, the museum immerses visitors in powerful exhibits that bring history to life — from the trenches of World War I and the beaches of D-Day to the skies over Korea and the jungles of Vietnam. With more than 100 restored tanks, vehicles, and interactive displays, the museum offers a vivid, hands-on experience that educates and inspires visitors of all ages.

As part of its commitment to community engagement, the American Heritage Museum will offer free admission to all residents of Hudson and Stow on December 6th and 7th, 2025. This special weekend of appreciation invites local families, students, and veterans to explore the museum’s world-class exhibits and discover the stories of courage, innovation, and sacrifice that shaped our nation. The event is a gesture of gratitude to the museum’s hometown communities for their continued support and an opportunity to share the educational and historical value the museum brings to the region. Please bring proof of residency.

Register and Get Tickets Online

Click Here to Register for Saturday, December 6th, 2025

Click Here to Register for Sunday, December 7th, 2025

For more information visit www.AmericanHeritageMuseum.org or call 978-562-9182.

 

New Visitor? Learn more at this clip from PBS News Hour from May 31, 2021

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Start:
December 6, 2025 @ 10:00 am
End:
December 7, 2025 @ 5:00 pm
Cost:
Free with proof of residency
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Venue

American Heritage Museum
568 Main Street
Hudson, MA 01749 United States + Google Map
Phone:
9785629182
Website:
http://www.americanheritagemuseum.org
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American Heritage Museum

The American Heritage Museum at the Collings Foundation featuring the Jacques M. Littlefield Collection explores major conflicts ranging from the Revolutionary War until today. Visitors discover and interact with our American heritage through the history, the changing technology, and the Human Impact of America’s fight to preserve the freedom we all hold dear.

The American Heritage Museum is a program of Collings Foundation, Inc., a not-for-profit 501 (c)3 organization, supported by admissions, grants, members, volunteers, and generous contributors. The EIN for Collings Foundation, Inc. dba American Heritage Museum is 47-1954671

Address

American Heritage Museum
568 Main Street
Hudson, MA 01749

Phone: (978) 562-9182
Fax: (978) 568-8231

General: admin@americanheritagemuseum.org

NO GENERAL ADMISSION SATURDAY AND SUNDAY - Event Tickets for WWII in the Pacific Weekend Event Only

If you are visiting this weekend, Saturday, August 22 and Sunday, August 23, please purchase tickets for WWII in the Pacific Re-Enactment Weekend at the link below from 9am to 5pm daily. All museum buildings, including our annex buildings, are included in one ticket. There is no General Admission to just the American Heritage Museum this weekend. The event is RAIN OR SHINE.