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Starting at 1pm at the AHM: Author George Hayward will talk about his book The Party Dolls. He delves into a dramatic and morally charged episode from the Vietnam War: the daring 1969 escape attempt—code-named “The Party”—by U.S. Air Force Captains John Dramesi and Ed Atterberry from Hanoi’s notorious Annex prison camp. ... See MoreSee Less
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Start your 4th of July celebrations with a visit to the American Heritage Museum! We will be open July 4th from 10am to 5pm. ... See MoreSee Less
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What is your favorite military car of all time?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! 👇#QuestionOfTheWeek ... See MoreSee Less
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Here is this week’s challenge for “What is it Wednesday?” - What is it?! Thanks to everyone who played last week… the answer for June 25th is a part of the running gear on our LVT(a)-4… see the previous post for the full details!Good luck on this week’s challenge! #americanheritagemuseum #historymuseum #visitma ... See MoreSee Less
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Coming this Saturday at AHM, don't miss the great talk by George Hayward on his book The Party Dolls. A tragic story of two Americans who attempted to escape from a Hanoi POW camp during the Vietnam War. 1pm to 2:30pm. No reservations needed. More information see: www.americanheritagemuseum.org/event/speaker-series-the-party-dolls-escape-from-the-zoo-annex/ ... See MoreSee Less
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This summer, you can help bring history to life for thousands of Massachusetts students. The “Help Fuel Our Field Trips” campaign supports the American Heritage Museum’s School Field Trip Grant Fund, which provides critical funding for transportation and admission for financially challenged schools across the region.

Now through July 31st, your gift goes twice as far

Thanks to a generous $25,000 matching challenge — every dollar you give is doubled, helping twice as many students experience the power of immersive, hands-on history education.

Field trips to the American Heritage Museum aren’t just exciting days out — they’re transformational learning experiences. Designed to align with the Massachusetts History and Social Science Curriculum Framework, our exhibits take students on a powerful journey through American and world history — from the Revolutionary War to modern conflicts — through authentic artifacts, detailed dioramas, and compelling personal stories. Additionally, our recently added interpretive exhibits on the Holocaust teach about past genocides and other atrocity crimes illustrates the dangers of antisemitism, racism, and all forms of discrimination and dehumanization.

For many students, especially those from under-resourced schools, these visits offer a rare and meaningful connection to the past — the kind of experiential learning that inspires empathy, critical thinking, and a lifelong appreciation for history.

With your support, we can ensure that every student, regardless of background, has the opportunity to step into history and explore the events, people, and ideas that shaped the world we live in today.

Use the options below to give today and double your impact — help us reach our $25,000 summer goal and fuel the future of history education!

 

Make a Donation to the Fuel Our Field Trips Fund Online

Make a donation online to support the Fuel Our Field Trips Fund and help us meet our $25,000 matching goal by July 31st to benefit the 2025-2026 school year.

Make a Donation Online

Make a Donation to the Fuel Our Field Trips Fund by Mail / Check

Make a donation by mail to support the Fuel Our Field Trips Fund. Be sure your donation is postmarked by July 31st to meet our matching goal for the 2025-2026 school year!

Make a Donation by Mail

Other Ways to Donate

Don’t forget that you can also give through a Donor Advised Fund (DAF), donate appreciated stock, or even cryptocurrency to support the effort too! Learn how at this link to our Smart Giving website or contact Ryan Keough, Vice President of Institutional Advancement at 978-562-9182 x203 or email rkeough@americanheritagemuseum.org to discuss.

If you are interested in sponsoring a full field trip for a specific school or district, please also contact us to learn how you can do this.

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OPEN FOR INDEPENDENCE DAY - FRIDAY, JULY 4TH

Come celebrate Independence Day at the American Heritage Museum on Friday, July 4th. The museum will be open during normal business hours, 10:00am to 5:00pm on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Save $2 by purchasing your tickets online at the link below.