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82 years ago this week marks the pivotal end of the Battle of Stalingrad, a major turning point in World War II. On February 2nd, 1943, the German 6th Army surrendered to Soviet forces, marking the end of the fierce and bloody battle. The American Heritage Museum features a rare Soviet T-34-76 tank and other artifacts in our Eastern Front Gallery to recount this historic WWII clash. ... See MoreSee Less
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In honor of Black History Month, we highlight six African Americans who made a significant impact during key wars in U.S. history. Read more: www.americanheritagemuseum.org/2025/02/black-history-month-heroes-in-u-s-military-history/ ... See MoreSee Less
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80 years ago today, the Soviet Army liberates Auschwitz on January 27, 1945, uncovering the largest Nazi concentration and extermination camp. Located in occupied Poland, Auschwitz had become a symbol of the Holocaust, where over 1.1 million people, mostly Jews, were murdered. As the Soviets advanced, the Nazis evacuated many prisoners in death marches, leaving thousands behind in horrific conditions. The liberators found emaciated survivors, evidence of mass atrocities, and warehouses filled with victims' belongings. Auschwitz’s liberation exposed the scale of Nazi crimes to the world. It is because of this, this day is now recognized as International Holocaust Remembrance Day. ... See MoreSee Less
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Experience military history from the Roman Empire, 1400 years before the birth of the United States this Saturday at the American Heritage Museum. The Legion III Cyrenaica living history group will be with us on Saturday, January 25th from 11am to 3pm to share with our visitors the history of ancient Rome, its military, and culture. They will be on hand to answer questions and interact with visitors throughout the day and is included with standard museum admission for the day. Learn more at: www.americanheritagemuseum.org/event/the-romans-are-coming/ ... See MoreSee Less
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February 2025

Free with standard museum admission

Speaker Series: The Forgotten Angel of Bastogne

February 12 @ 1:00 pm, ending 2:30 pm
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Battle of Iwo Jima Remembered

February 22 @ 10:00 am, ending 5:00 pm
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Speaker Presentation: Firefighting During WWII

February 22 @ 1:00 pm, ending 2:00 pm
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Speaker Series: The Six Triple Eight: All-Black, All-Female Battalion That Defied the Odds

February 28 @ 1:00 pm, ending 2:30 pm
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April 2025

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Speaker Series: A Perfect Frenzy by Author Andrew Lawler

April 12 @ 1:00 pm, ending 2:30 pm
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May 2025

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Speaker Series: Through My Father’s Eyes – Untold Stories of Easy Company

May 10 @ 1:00 pm, ending 2:30 pm
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Tank Demonstration Weekend at the American Heritage Museum in Hudson, MA

WWII Tank Demonstration Weekend – Memorial Day Weekend

May 24 @ 9:00 am, ending May 25 @ 5:00 pm
American Heritage Museum, 568 Main Street
Hudson, MA 01749 United States
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NOTE: EVENT ADMISSION INCLUDES ADMISSION TO MUSEUM Our WWII Tank Demonstration Weekend on Memorial Day Weekend is where you can see some of the American Heritage Museum's tanks including the M4 Sherman, M24 Chaffee, M5 Stuart, M36 Jackson Tank Destroyer, and more! Captivating historical narration will bring these amazing machines to life. Gates open at 9:00am and close at 5:00pm each day. Tank driving demonstrations are ongoing through the entire day with at least 1-2 or more tanks driving on…

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June 2025

Tanks, Wings & Wheels Father’s Day Weekend – Featuring American Elegance

June 14 @ 9:00 am, ending June 15 @ 5:00 pm

NOTE: EVENT ADMISSION INCLUDES ADMISSION TO MUSEUM A fantastic Father's Day weekend event! Many of the American Heritage Museum's astounding classic automobiles will be out in the sunshine in a grandiose automobile presentation at 1:00pm daily called American Elegance. Accompanying colorful vintage radio broadcast narration will be sure to entertain! Several other exhibitions and surprises will be afoot. Historic aircraft and tanks will be on display. The American Heritage Museum will be open along with the two additional annex buildings…

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July 2025

WWII Pacific Re-enactment – Saipan Campaign

July 12 @ 9:00 am, ending July 13 @ 5:00 pm

Infantry representing Japanese and American forces will clash in this extraordinary living history event. Camps will be set up with authentic gear and appearance. WWII aircraft will fly in the battle (weather permitting). The Saipan campaign, a pivotal and fiercely contested battle in World War II, unfolded from June 15 to July 9, 1944, as part of the larger Pacific island-hopping strategy employed by Allied forces. Located in the Mariana Islands, Saipan held strategic significance due to its airfields, enabling…

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August 2025

WWII Tank Demonstration Weekend – August 2025

August 16 @ 9:00 am, ending August 17 @ 5:00 pm
American Heritage Museum, 568 Main Street
Hudson, MA 01749 United States
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A fantastic weekend where you can see some of the American Heritage Museum's tanks including the  M4 Sherman, M24 Chaffee, M36 Jackson, and several M5 Stuart tanks as well as other privately owned military vehicles operating on our tank driving grounds behind the museum. Gates open at 9:00am and close at 5:00pm each day. The daily Parade of Tanks will occur at both 11am and 2pm each day. Tank driving will be ongoing with at least 1-2 or more tanks…

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October 2025

Battle for the Airfield WWII Re-Enactment Weekend

October 11 @ 8:30 am, ending October 12 @ 5:00 pm
American Heritage Museum, 568 Main Street
Hudson, MA 01749 United States
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EVENT IS RAIN OR SHINE The American Heritage Museum presents the Battle for the Airfield World War II Re-Enactment, one of the premier events of its type in the United States! There will be over 350+ re-enactors representing several branches of Allied and Axis military participating in encampments and two battles each day. Fully restored military equipment of all kinds will be on display and operating in a captivating living history event. Allied and Axis camps will be set up…

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OPEN MONDAY for MLK Day - Monday, January 20, 2025

We will be open on Monday, January 20th for Martin Luther King Jr. Day from 10am to 5pm. A great opportunity for families to visit on the school break. Buy tickets at the Admissions Desk or save $2 per ticket by buying online!