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Veterans Day Weekend at the American Heritage Museum

November 9, 2024 @ 10:00 am, ending November 11, 2024 @ 5:00 pm

The American Heritage Museum honors our veterans and active duty military during the Veterans Day Weekend from Saturday, November 9th through Monday, November 11th from 10:00am to 5:00pm each day.

During this weekend and a special opening day on Monday, we welcome all veterans and active duty military to visit and enjoy the museum for free* each day.

Because online tickets are $2 less than in-person tickets for others in your party, we encourage you to purchase your tickets online at this link. Free admission* for veterans an active duty military is credited when you use the promo code VETSDAYAHM24

The American Heritage Museum will be open on Monday, November 11th from 10:00am to 5:00pm in honor of Veterans Day.

We look forward to seeing you.

*Proof of service is requested at check-in. This includes: DD214, Common Access Card (CAC), Driver’s License or DMV-Issued State ID with VETERAN endorsement, Veterans Health Identification Card (VHIC), or Veteran Identification Card (VIC).

Details

Start:
November 9, 2024 @ 10:00 am
End:
November 11, 2024 @ 5:00 pm
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Venue

American Heritage Museum
568 Main Street
Hudson, MA 01749 United States
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Phone:
9785629182
Website:
http://www.americanheritagemuseum.org
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EVENT TICKETS ONLY FOR SATURDAY & SUNDAY - No General Admissions available this weekend during WWII in the Pacific Re-Enactment Weekend special event.

There will be no General Admissions tickets available on Saturday, July 12th and Sunday, July 13th during the WWII in the Pacific Re-Enactment Weekend - all visitors on Saturday and Sunday must purchase event tickets for access to the American Heritage Museum. $30 Adults | $25 Seniors/Veterans | $20 Children 3 to 16 years old.