What is your favorite water-cooled machine gun of all time?![]()
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Join the conversation and share your thoughts! 💭 Each week, We're posing a question about historical military vehicles, and we want YOU to weigh in. Whether you’re a history buff, or just curious—we want to hear your thoughts! Leave a comment below to cast your vote! 👇![]()
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During the American Heritage Museum’s WWII Tank Demonstration Weekend on Sunday, August 17th, we will honor Purple Heart recipients from all eras and branches of service. This powerful event provides a fitting tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of our nation’s heroes. Purple Heart recipients and their families are encouraged to share their experiences and stories with attendees. At 12:00pm we will have a special commemorative gathering and photo opportunity for all Purple Heart participants and the chance to share stories. ![]()
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We would love to highlight some of the Purple Heart recipients prior to Sunday, August 17. If you are a recipient or know of one and would like to share your story please email Hunter Chaney at hunter@americanheritagemuseum.org
Here is this week’s challenge for “What is it Wednesday?” - What is it?! ![]()
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Thanks to everyone who played last week… The answer for July 23rd is a wheel on our HMMWV… see the previous post for the full details!![]()
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The answer to the “What is it? Wednesday” question from July 23rd is the front left wheel on our M1114 HMMWV, or "Humvee"! Have you ever driven a Humvee?![]()
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Stay tuned for the next “What is it? Wednesday” question tomorrow, July 30th at 10:00 am EST!![]()
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🗓️ Celebrating 249 Years of the U.S. Army Medical Corps!![]()
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Today, we honor the 249th birthday of the U.S. Army Medical Corps, and their nearly two and a half centuries of unwavering service, sacrifice, and innovation in battlefield medicine.![]()
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📸 Pictured here: A side-by-side view of a World War I Model T ambulance and a modern-day National Guard UH-60 Blackhawk MEDEVAC helicopter.![]()
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This photo captures more than just machinery — it shows a century of progress in mechanized medical transportation. From navigating triage stations among the muddy trenches of the First World War to rapid air evacuation on today’s modern battlefields, the Army Medical Corps has evolved dramatically, but its mission has remained steadfast: Saving lives and bringing our wounded home.![]()
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A huge thank you to the Massachusetts Army National Guard for bringing one of their UH-60 Blackhawks to our last event!![]()
And to the doctors, medics, nurses, and all medical professionals who have served and continue to serve — we thank you for 249 years of dedication and courage. ⚕️⛑️ ![]()
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(Photo Credit to Matthew Ford, and Keith Reid @madbadger_aviatonlens on IG)
History Takes Flight – Historic Aviation Weekend
September 13 @ 9:00 am, ending September 14 @ 5:00 pm
$20 – $30
The American Heritage Museum in Hudson, Massachusetts, boasts an impressive aviation collection that captivates enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Among our highlights are the L-5 Stinson OY-1 Sentinel Okinawa campaign medical evacuation plane, Bazooka Charlie’s famous L-4 Grasshopper “Rosie the Rocketer”, the German Fieseler Fi156 Storch reconnaissance aircraft and the Vietnam War F-105 Thunderchief. The museum also features early aircraft such as the 1909 Curtiss Pusher, representing the pioneering era of flight. Visitors can explore aircraft from various periods, including World War I and II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. Our immersive exhibits and authentic aircraft displays offer a unique opportunity to experience the evolution of aviation history firsthand.
On September 13th and 14th we will showcase several of the American Heritage Museum’s most rare aircraft as part of our History Takes Flight aviation weekend. This is a great event where you will see several rare historic aircraft take to the skies during the exhibition. Hear incredible stories about the pilots and amazing history behind each aircraft from aviation experts and veterans. Get a close look at the aircraft that defined the brave pilots who flew them.
- The flying exhibition will start around 1pm.
Schedule:
9:30 to 10:15 – Presentation by author Doug Hall: Legacy of the Skies – Tribute to a Legendary Aviator.
10:30 to 11:30 – Presentation by Bob Sheppard: James Sheppard and the Red Tails
12:00 to 1:00 – Presentation by Ross Sharp: First Contact – RAF Mosquito encounter with a Me262 jet.
1:00 to 2:00 – Flying demonstrations and presentations: 1) WACO UIC, 2) PT-17 Stearman, 3) L-5 Sentinel and Fi156 Fieseler Storch, 4) T-6 Texan.
2:30 to 3:30 – Talk by Joe Peterburs: Against the Odds – P-51 Mustang Ace and how he shot down a German Me262 during WWII.
All three museums will be open: The American Heritage Museum, The Historic Aviation Hangar and Classic Automobile Barn. This is a unique opportunity to see some of the world’s most rare aircraft, extraordinary American classic automobiles, historic tanks, armored vehicles, military artifacts and much more. There is over 100,000 square feet of space within the American Heritage Museum and Hangar combined.
Food and beverage will be available for purchase on site and picnics are allowed.
Event Day Admission Tickets
Admission for the Saturday and Sunday events are as follows:
$30 Adults | $25 Seniors/Veterans | $20 Children 16 yrs. and younger
Members, WWII/Korean War Veterans and Children Under 3 are Free – No ticket required. Admission discounts can not be used for special event weekends.
Your ticket includes admission for all museums, no additional tickets for the American Heritage Museum necessary.
Click Here to Buy Tickets for Saturday, September 13th, 2025
Click Here to Buy Tickets for Sunday, September 14th, 2025
Admission for AHM / CF Members
This is a Members Free Event Weekend: one (1) free admission per day for Individual and Participating Members, two (2) free admissions per day for Dual Members, and two (2) adult and two (2) child free admissions per day for Family Members. No advance ticket purchase required, just bring your VALID membership card or recent membership receipt to the entry gate for proof. You may buy tickets online or at the gate for any additional people in your party.
Tank Rides and Driving Experiences Available
Tank Driving experiences and Tank & Half Track Rides will be taking place over the weekend. You can register online, by phone, or on-site, but spaces are limited! All donations for ride or drive experiences are tax-deductible donations as the American Heritage Museum is a 501c3 non-profit foundation.
Tank Rides Available:
– M36 Jackson Tank Destroyer (10 minute ride) – $195 per PERSON. Maximum of five (5) seated riders aboard.
– M24 Chaffee (10 minute ride) – $595 per GROUP OF THREE (3) persons – two in the turret, one in the bow gunner position.
– M4 Sherman (10 minute ride) – $595 per GROUP OF TWO (2) persons – one in the turret, one in the bow gunner position.
Tank Driving Experiences Available:
– M24 Chaffee Light Tank (20 minutes driving the tank) – $995.00 donation (tax deductible)
– M4 Sherman Medium Tank (20 minutes driving the tank) – $1495.00 donation (tax deductible)
Schedule your tank driving or ride experience above or call 978-562-9182 to reserve.
