As we make the last preparations for this weekend's event (September 13–14), we wanted to give you all a little sneak peek at what you can expect to see!![]()
![]()
These are only a few of the aircraft that will be used in our daily demonstrations. Others include our AT-6 Texan and PT-17 Stearman! These aircraft will be used in flying demonstrations at 1:00 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday.![]()
![]()
We also have a number of speakers who will be giving presentations throughout each day. We are thrilled to be hosting retired Army Air Force Col. Joe Peterburs—a 100-year-old WWII veteran pilot, who at 19 years old shot down a German Me 262 fighter jet!![]()
![]()
Over the course of the weekend, there will also be tank riding and driving experiences available for an additional charge.![]()
![]()
If any of this sounds like it's up your alley, check out our website to learn more:![]()
www.americanheritagemuseum.org/event/history-takes-flight-historic-aviation-weekend![]()
![]()
#AmericanHeritageMuseum #airshow
Don't miss the great presentation today 1:00pm to 2:30pm, on ships and ship building during WWII by Doug Most. See: www.americanheritagemuseum.org/event/speaker-series-launching-liberty-by-doug-most/
Today, we remember the 9/11 attacks![]()
that resulted in the deaths of approximately 2,977![]()
people. ![]()
![]()
This includes 246 passengers and crew![]()
members on the four hijacked planes, 2,606 people in![]()
the World Trade Center and surrounding areas, and![]()
125 people at the Pentagon. Among the 2,977 victims,![]()
412 were first responders—343 firefighters, 72 law![]()
enforcement officers, and 55 military personnel. The![]()
tragic loss of life on that day had profound effects on![]()
many families, communities and the country as a![]()
whole.![]()
![]()
Our hearts go out to all those affected. And to those who risked and lost their lives in the defense of our freedom, we say thank you.![]()
![]()
#AmericanHeritageMuseum #neverforget
Join us at the AHM tomorrow, Friday, September 12th, 1pm to 2:30pm, for an engaging talk by Doug Most titled Launching Liberty. He tells the remarkable story of how FDR partnered with private businessmen to build three thousand vital cargo freighters longer than a football field—ships he affectionately dubbed “Ugly Ducklings.” One ship could feed three million men for a day—an entire fleet could sustain troops for years.
It is going to be a great weekend at the American Heritage Museum as we present Historic Aviation Weekend! We have a great lineup of speakers and demonstrations through each day including:![]()
![]()
9:30am - 10:15am![]()
Presentation by author Doug Hall:![]()
"Legacy of the Skies – Tribute to a Legendary Aviator"![]()
10:30am - 11:30am![]()
Presentation by Bob Sheppard![]()
"James Sheppard and the Red Tails" about the Tuskegee Airmen![]()
12:00pm - 1:00pm![]()
Presentation by Ross Sharp![]()
"First Contact – RAF Mosquito encounter with a Me262 jet"![]()
1:00pm - 2:00pm![]()
Flying Demonstrations and Aircraft Presentations:![]()
1) Waco UIC![]()
2) Tuskegee Airmen PT-17 Stearman![]()
3) L-5 Sentinel & Fieseler Fi-156 Storch![]()
4) AT-6 Texan![]()
2:30pm - 3:30pm![]()
Presentation by Col. Joe Peterburs![]()
"Against the Odds – P-51 Mustang Ace and how he shot down a German Me262 during WWII"![]()
![]()
Get tickets today!
This content isn't available right now
When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.
- This event has passed.
Planks & Tanks: Yoga to Benefit Veterans
April 26 @ 9:00 am, ending 10:00 am
$30
You’re invited to a truly one-of-a-kind yoga class set amidst military aircraft and tanks at the American Heritage Museum in Hudson, MA.
The 60-minute all-levels class will be led by Steve Cannon, USAF Veteran and Board Member of non-profit, Warrior Within Yoga Project.
Proceeds from this event support the 501(c)3 and helps to bring trauma-informed yoga to veterans first responders in locations across Massachusetts, including a weekly class at the American Heritage Museum.
The $30 admission includes a discounted pass (a $21 value) to the museum so you can explore all the exhibits after the yoga class. ($25 of admission goes directly to Warrior Within Yoga Project)
DATE: Saturday, April 26th @ 9:00am (arrive by 8:55am)
American Heritage Museum | Hudson, MA
Please bring your own yoga mat. A few extra will be on site for those who don’t have one.
*Ticket sales are final and for the date purchased. No refunds if you can no longer attend, but we greatly appreciate your donation to WWYP.
**Veterans, Active Duty Service Members and First Responders can take $10 off admission using code ISERVE at check out
